Jelly Roll, the country and rap crossover star, has always been open with his fans about his struggles and triumphs. In a recent appearance on the Human School podcast, the singer took the opportunity to share a deeply personal chapter of his life, revealing the painful moment when he cheated on his wife, Bunnie XO, and how they worked together to rebuild their relationship.
“I don’t talk about this publicly at all, but one of the worst moments of my adulthood was when I had an affair on my wife,” Jelly Roll confessed during the podcast. “It was the first time that I was like, ‘I really can’t get this right at all. I know I’m in love with this woman.’” He continued to reflect on the emotional impact of that betrayal, admitting, “It just really, really, really blew me back.”
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO married in 2016 and renewed their vows in 2023, marking a significant milestone in their relationship. The rapper turned country singer credits much of the strength of their bond to the hard work they’ve both put into their marriage since the infidelity. “The repair has been special. And we’re stronger than we could have ever been,” Jelly Roll shared. “I wish our story would have gone in a way that it never had an affair, but — and I’m in no way glad it happened — but man, I’m proud of who we are today.”
Through their shared struggles, Bunnie XO, who also hosts the Dumb Blonde podcast, has been a constant source of support for Jelly Roll. He has praised her for helping him transition from his past as a convicted felon to becoming the music star he is today. Jelly Roll’s journey from his dark past to finding success has been nothing short of transformative, and he has often credited his wife for being his rock throughout it all.
“Bunnie helped me in ways that no one else could,” Jelly Roll admitted. “She helped me realize my potential and my worth, both as a man and as an artist. Without her, none of this would have been possible.”
In addition to their relationship, Jelly Roll’s personal transformation has been incredible. The artist has reportedly shed 200 pounds, once weighing as much as 550 pounds. His physical change mirrors the growth in his personal life, and he credits this transformation not just to his marriage, but to his overall journey of self-improvement and redemption.
Their story is one of second chances, forgiveness, and the power of love. While Jelly Roll acknowledges the pain of his past mistakes, he’s incredibly grateful for the strength and resilience of both his wife and their relationship. “We’re stronger today than we ever were, and that’s something I’ll always be proud of,” he said.
