Bunnie Xo, whose real name is Alisa DeFord, used humor to address her separation from country star Jelly Roll, joking that ending their nearly decade-long relationship felt like being released after serving a "10-year bid in prison." The remark came during the latest episode of her Dumb Blonde podcast while she read messages from admirers following the announcement of their divorce.
Podcast Joke About Prison Term
On the episode, Bunnie shared some of the direct messages she has received since news of the couple's divorce became public. One message came from a man who said he was nearing the end of a 10-year prison sentence and hoped to meet her after his release. Laughing at the message, Bunnie quipped: "I just got out of a 10-year bid too," drawing laughter from her co-hosts and making light of her recent separation from Jelly Roll.
Divorce Filing Details
The joke comes shortly after Jelly Roll, whose legal name is Jason Bradley DeFord, filed for divorce on May 18, 2026, citing irreconcilable differences. According to court documents, the couple separated on May 9, 2026, ending a marriage that began in August 2016. Despite the end of their marriage, both Bunnie and Jelly Roll have repeatedly insisted the split is amicable.
Amicable Split and Future Plans
The singer recently told fans during a concert that "nobody cheated on nobody" and described Bunnie as his best friend. Bunnie has revealed they still intend to have a child together through their ongoing IVF journey. Sources close to the former couple said there was no single event that caused the marriage to end; instead, they reportedly grew apart as Jelly Roll's life and career changed dramatically over the past few years, though they continue to have deep respect and affection for one another.
Emotional New Chapter
While Bunnie is approaching single life with her trademark sense of humor, she has also acknowledged the emotional weight of the divorce, describing it as the beginning of a new chapter after nearly a decade together.
