Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo Confirm Divorce Yet Plan to Have Baby Together

Country singer Jelly Roll (Jason DeFord) filed for divorce from podcast host Bunnie Xo (Alisa DeFord) in Williamson County, Tennessee, on May 18 2026, citing “irreconcilable differences.” Court documents list their separation date as May 9 2026. While Bunnie described the split as “not mutual,” she confirmed that the couple still intend to have a child together, planning to raise the baby – referred to as “Little Nugget” – with the help of a surrogate after a difficult IVF journey.

Both partners have publicly denied cheating rumors. Bunnie first broke her silence on her “Dumb Blonde” podcast, revealing a Mother’s Day argument that led to the filing. Jelly Roll addressed the divorce for the only time at a concert in Saratoga Springs, New York, calling Bunnie his “best friend forever,” rejecting infidelity claims, and affirming their continued co‑parenting plans. The couple shares two older children from Jelly Roll’s previous relationships – daughter Bailee Ann (18) and son Noah (9). Their statements emphasize an amicable separation and a joint commitment to future parenthood despite ending their marriage.