Jelly Roll Addresses Divorce Rumors, Denies Infidelity Claims Following Split From Bunnie Xo
Jelly Roll is setting the record straight following widespread speculation surrounding his recent split from wife Bunnie Xo, using a concert stop in New York to directly address rumors that infidelity played a role in the end of their marriage.
During a performance on Thursday night at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, the country star paused his show to speak candidly about the divorce, which has generated intense discussion online since news of the separation became public. Standing before a packed crowd, Jelly Roll made it clear that he intended to address the situation only once and wanted fans to hear his perspective directly.
“The internet is a liar,” the singer told the audience before shutting down rumors that either party had been unfaithful. According to Jelly Roll, the split was not caused by cheating, despite speculation circulating on social media in recent days.
“Me and my wife are best friends. We will always be best friends,” he said. He added that the two had spoken earlier in the day and emphasized that neither of them had betrayed the other during their relationship. The musician then encouraged fans to listen to Bunnie Xo’s latest episode of her Dumb Blonde podcast, saying that her account of the situation accurately reflected what had happened between them.
Before returning to the performance, Jelly Roll delivered an emotional message directed at his former partner, expressing gratitude for their decade-long marriage and signaling that their bond remains intact despite the end of their romantic relationship.
“That will be my best friend forever,” he said. “Bunnie, I love you, baby. Thank you for those 10 years. Thank you for the next 10 years of friendship between and beyond.” His comments came just hours after Bunnie Xo publicly discussed the divorce and the challenges the couple faced during their efforts to start a family. Speaking on her podcast, she reflected on the emotional and physical toll of undergoing fertility treatments and explained how the process affected both of them over the past year and a half.
According to Bunnie, the couple’s IVF journey became increasingly difficult as they worked toward having a child together. She described feeling emotionally depleted after repeated attempts to produce viable eggs while navigating the pressures that often accompany fertility treatment.
Bunnie also revealed that Jelly Roll faced his own medical challenges during the process. She said the singer was required to take medications and hormone treatments due to fertility-related issues, which created additional strain during an already stressful period for the couple.
Despite their divorce, Bunnie said their plans to become parents have not changed. In one of the podcast’s most surprising revelations, she shared that she and Jelly Roll still intend to have a child together, underscoring the unconventional nature of their relationship.
She repeatedly described the musician as her best friend and stressed that their connection remains strong even as they move forward separately. According to Bunnie, the relationship may be evolving, but the love and respect between them have not disappeared.
The couple’s story has been closely followed by fans throughout Jelly Roll’s rise from struggling independent artist to one of country music’s biggest crossover stars. Since marrying in 2016 at a Las Vegas chapel, the pair have frequently spoken about overcoming personal and financial hardships together.
Over the years, Jelly Roll has often credited Bunnie with helping him navigate some of the most difficult periods of his life and career. He has publicly acknowledged her support long before mainstream success arrived, describing her as a constant source of encouragement during years when his future in music remained uncertain.
Their relationship became a central part of Jelly Roll’s public image, with both frequently sharing personal milestones and candid reflections about marriage, recovery, and personal growth. In 2023, they returned to the same Las Vegas chapel where they originally exchanged vows to renew their commitment to one another, a moment Bunnie later commemorated with an emotional social media post recalling promises they made during their early years together.
