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Bunnie Xo and Jelly Roll Announce Amicable Divorce
6/26/2026, 8:37:19 PM
Core Event: Divorce Filing and Settlement
On the June 19 episode of her “Dumb Blonde” podcast, Alisa Andrea DeFord (stage name Bunnie Xo) confirmed that she and husband Jason Bradley DeFord (stage name Jelly Roll) are finalizing a divorce with May 9 listed as the separation date. The filing notes that Jelly Roll will transfer the Tennessee compound the couple were building to Bunnie as part of the settlement.
Background & Context
The pair married in 2016 and renewed vows at the same Las Vegas chapel seven years later. Bunnie helped fund Jelly Roll’s early music career. In February, she released the memoir *Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Apologetic*, which re-entered The New York Times Best Sellers list. She announced the memoir’s resurgence on June 24 via Instagram Stories, pairing the post with Spacehog’s “In the Meantime.”
Timeline
- 2016 – Marriage.
- Seven years later – Vow renewal at a Las Vegas chapel.
- May 9 – Separation recorded.
- June 18 – Jelly Roll addresses split at a concert.
- June 19 – Bunnie discusses settlement on her podcast.
- June 24 – Bunnie shares Instagram update on book sales and “new chapter.”
Impact & Data
Following the divorce announcement, Bunnie reported that her memoir has logged 14 weeks on The New York Times Best Sellers list. She also noted that the Tennessee compound, described as “special,” will remain under her care, with friends Meme Shahan and Hailee Clark slated to occupy homes on the property. Media coverage of the amicable settlement coincides with the memoir’s sales boost and reinforces a public narrative of mutual respect.
Official Statements & Responses
Bunnie characterized the divorce as occurring on exceptionally positive terms, emphasizing rapid resolution, mutual support, and the property transfer as a goodwill gesture. She expressed intent to continue caring for the animals on the estate. Jelly Roll publicly denied any infidelity, describing the couple as best friends and affirming an ongoing friendship.
Criticism & Opposition
No critical commentary or opposition was identified in the available sources.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
All sources consistently describe the divorce as amicable; no contradictory accounts were found. The precise valuation of the Tennessee compound remains undisclosed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “My husband and I are ending this marriage on the best possible terms that you could ever have a divorce,” — Bunnie Xo, podcast host
- “He’s giving me that compound in the divorce because he knows how special it is to me,” — Bunnie Xo, podcast host
- “nobody cheated on nobody,” — Jelly Roll, concert statement
- “Me and my wife are best friends. We will always be best friends.” — Jelly Roll, concert statement
What’s Next
Bunnie indicated she will focus on the Tennessee property, memoir promotion, and animal care.
