Nashville, TN – In an era where celebrity relationships are often scrutinized and dissected online, Bunnie XO, wife of country-rap star Jelly Roll, has made a powerful statement about resilience, forgiveness, and the strength it takes to maintain a marriage even after betrayal.
The “Son of a Sinner” singer recently opened up about one of the most difficult periods in his life—cheating on Bunnie XO—and how the couple has rebuilt their relationship stronger than ever. The revelation came during an appearance on the Human School Podcast, where Jelly Roll candidly reflected on his past mistakes.
“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 admitted. “Because 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.’ It just really, really, really blew me back.”
Despite the painful experience, Jelly Roll emphasized the work he put into repairing the marriage. “And I did a lot of work to repair that relationship,” he said. The couple originally married in 2016 and renewed their vows in 2023, symbolizing the stability they’ve built together after overcoming significant challenges.
Reflecting on the time of his infidelity, Jelly Roll acknowledged the negative influences in his life. “I was hanging around a bunch of people that were cheating on their wives,” he said. “When I was doing cocaine, I was hanging around a bunch of people that were doing cocaine. I used to be proud of long-standing friendships just because they had a number attached to them. Horrible humans. But I would just be proud to say, ‘That dude’s been with me 12 years.’ S—-y human!”
While the exact timing of the affair remains unclear, Bunnie XO has openly referenced the couple’s rocky path in the past. In a TikTok post, she wrote about their 2018 breakup: “Who knew that us breaking up in 2018, me moving back to Vegas & you coming to get me back—would have put us on this wild journey called life. We finally committed to each other & did everything we promised each other the first night in 2016. Our castle in the sand had to crumble so we could rebuild on solid ground.”
Bunnie XO has faced criticism from social media users for choosing to stay with Jelly Roll after the affair. One anonymous fan commented, “Oh my dear. Your husband had an affair on you. You took him back and have sung perfection since. I’m super bummed. We can’t look up to you now. Where are your friends? How can anyone support this? Dear lord provide Bunnie the strength to hop away.”
Responding with grace and strength, Bunnie clapped back, using the Ozzy Osbourne song No Tears to frame her message. “It actually takes a stronger woman to face pain head-on, do the work, and rebuild with the man she loves—instead of running or gossiping,” she wrote. “Growth isn’t weakness, it’s grace. But not everyone’s built for that kind of strength. I pray you never have to feel that pain because you’re judging another woman’s life.”
Jelly Roll also shared insight into what makes their relationship resilient today. Speaking with Fox News Digital during the 2024 CMT Music Awards, he emphasized the importance of honesty and communication in marriage. “Open, real, honest communication,” he explained. “We talk about the uncomfortable stuff up front. It’s a real important thing in our marriage.”
The singer also underscored the value of humor and a lighthearted approach to love. “And also, we don’t take nothing too serious. Have a short memory. Laugh as much as you can. Laughter is the best medicine,” Jelly Roll added.
The story of Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO’s relationship began in 2015, when the former sex worker met the rising music star at a concert in Las Vegas. Their connection was immediate, and a year later, Jelly Roll proposed onstage during a Yelawolf and Deftones concert. The couple eloped and has been building a life together ever since.
In 2023, after seven years of marriage, they renewed their vows at the same Vegas chapel where they initially tied the knot, establishing a fixed anniversary date after years of uncertainty. The renewal of vows symbolized a fresh commitment and the strong foundation they’ve built after weathering personal and professional challenges.
Today, Jelly Roll expresses pride in their relationship, acknowledging that while the affair was a painful chapter, it ultimately contributed to the depth and strength of their marriage. “Like the repair has been special, man. We’re stronger than we could have ever been. And I wish our story would have went in the way that it never had an affair,” he said. “And I’m in no way glad it happened, but man, I’m proud of who we are today.”
The couple’s story resonates as an example of resilience in relationships, the complexities of love, and the power of forgiveness. For fans of Jelly Roll and followers of Bunnie XO, it serves as a reminder that growth often comes through hardship and that maintaining a committed, loving relationship requires effort, courage, and grace.