Podcaster Bunnie Xo addressed the end of her marriage to country music star Jelly Roll during a raw and emotional episode of her show “Dumb Blonde,” revealing intimate details about the heated Mother’s Day argument that triggered the divorce filing. The 46-year-old influencer clarified rumors surrounding the split, emphasizing that infidelity played no role in their separation. The couple, who married in Las Vegas in August 2016, had been together for nearly a decade before the May 2025 breakup.
According to court documents filed in Williamson County, Tennessee, Jelly Roll submitted divorce paperwork on May 18, listing May 9 as the official separation date. Bunnie explained that the argument on Mother’s Day escalated to a breaking point where she told her husband in frustration to file for divorce, a statement she later admitted was made out of anger rather than genuine intent.
Mother’s Day fight sparked unexpected divorce filing
The podcaster described the confrontation that changed everything, stating she was “so fed up and so tired” during the dispute that she impulsively told Jelly Roll to file divorce papers. Following the argument, Bunnie packed her belongings and left their shared home, cutting off communication with her husband for several weeks. During this period of separation, emotions ran high on both sides.
“During that, he was so mad, and we were so emotional that he ended up doing exactly what I told him to do,” Bunnie revealed on her podcast. She admitted being blindsided when he actually followed through with the filing, clarifying that the decision was not mutual. Despite speaking in anger, Bunnie acknowledged the separation served as a necessary wake-up call for both of them to address underlying issues in their relationship.
IVF journey continued despite marital breakdown
In a surprising revelation, Bunnie disclosed that she and Jelly Roll have been pursuing parenthood through IVF for the past two years, a journey that continued even amid divorce proceedings. The couple experienced significant heartbreak in this process, having gone through three embryo transfers and losing four embryos total. This emotional strain contributed to the deterioration of their marriage.
“We’re still having a baby together,” Bunnie stated during the podcast episode. The fertility struggles compounded existing communication problems between the pair, creating additional pressure on an already fragile relationship. Bunnie described herself as the one who consistently pursued connection while Jelly Roll retreated, using the twin flame metaphor of “runner and chaser” to explain their dynamic.
- Three embryo transfers attempted over two years
- Four embryos lost during the IVF process
- Communication breakdown occurred over 18-month period
- Bunnie identified as the “chaser” in the relationship
- Couple stopped emotional investment in each other
Social media rumors and dating status addressed
Following news of the divorce, speculation exploded on social media platforms, with unfounded rumors suggesting Bunnie had left Jelly Roll for Chad Kroeger, the Nickelback frontman. The podcaster firmly dismissed these claims, explaining that she posted Nickelback songs on TikTok simply because she enjoys the band, not as coded messages about her relationship status. Three videos featuring the band’s music led fans to connect nonexistent dots.
“I am not with Daddy Chaddy. There’s no way in hell that would even be a thing,” Bunnie clarified emphatically. She reinforced that neither party engaged in infidelity, stating plainly that they “served our purpose for each other” and the relationship ran its natural course. After discovering the divorce filing, Bunnie began hormone replacement therapy and sought professional counseling to work through the emotional turmoil.
Both parties confirm friendship remains intact
Despite the marriage ending, both Bunnie and Jelly Roll publicly affirmed their commitment to remaining best friends. The country singer addressed the divorce during a June 18 concert in Saratoga Springs, New York, telling the audience he would speak on the matter only once. He confirmed they had spoken earlier that day and rejected all cheating allegations circulating online.
Bunnie revealed she currently remains single and joked about becoming “a player,” while noting that Jelly Roll has already begun dating. She expressed genuine support for her ex-husband exploring new relationships, even encouraging fans to send him direct messages on Instagram. “He’s all hopped up on testosterone, let me tell you. And he’s ready to go,” she said with humor about his dating readiness.
Jelly Roll echoed similar sentiments during his concert appearance, thanking Bunnie for their ten years together and expressing gratitude for future decades of friendship. The singer directed fans to listen to his ex-wife’s podcast for the complete truth about their separation. Bunnie became stepmother to Jelly Roll’s children from previous relationships when they married in their whirlwind Las Vegas ceremony in 2016, one year after initially meeting.
