Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo are reportedly ending their marriage after nearly 10 years together.
According to court records obtained by PEOPLE, Jelly Roll (born Jelly Roll) filed for divorce from Bunnie Xo (born Alisa DeFord) in Williamson County, Tennessee, on May 18. Reports indicate that the filing cites irreconcilable differences, with May 9 listed as the date of separation.
The news has surprised many fans, especially since the couple appeared together at the 2026 Grammy Awards in February, where they walked the red carpet and celebrated Jelly Roll’s win for Best Contemporary Country Album. During his acceptance speech, he publicly thanked Bunnie, crediting her with helping him transform his life.
Their relationship timeline
- 2015: The pair met when Bunnie attended one of Jelly Roll’s performances in Las Vegas.
- 2016: Jelly Roll proposed on stage during a concert, and the two later married in a courthouse ceremony that same night.
- 2018: The couple briefly separated after Jelly Roll admitted to being unfaithful.
- 2023: They renewed their wedding vows.
- 2026: Divorce proceedings began in Tennessee.
Social media posts spark speculation
Just before reports of the divorce became public, Bunnie Xo shared several cryptic posts on social media. One featured a glamorous selfie with the caption:
“She’s getting her sparkle back ✨”
She also posted a screenshot of a text message that read:
“Come here, let me show you what love feels like.”
While she did not directly address the divorce filing, the timing of the posts led to widespread discussion among fans.
No official explanation yet
Neither Jelly Roll nor Bunnie Xo has publicly detailed the reasons behind their split. Multiple reports describe the separation as a private family matter, and there has been no formal statement from either party beyond the court filings.
Bunnie Xo is known as the host of the Dumb Blonde podcast, while Jelly Roll has become one of country music’s biggest crossover stars through songs such as Son of a Sinner, Need a Favor, and Save Me.
For fans who followed their decade-long relationship and admired the way they openly discussed life’s struggles, the news marks the end of one of country music’s most talked-about marriages.