A new detail has emerged in the breakup of Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO, shedding light on when their marriage officially ended.
As moving trucks were spotted outside the couple’s Tennessee home, court documents revealed the date they reportedly separated.
The development comes months after the pair publicly celebrated one another, making the latest chapter in their relationship all the more surprising for fans who followed their journey.
The timeline surrounding Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO’s split is becoming clearer. According to reports, the country music star filed for divorce in Tennessee on May 18, citing irreconcilable differences.
Court documents reportedly list May 9 as the date the couple separated, meaning the marriage ended just nine days before the filing.
The singer, whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord, is seeking to formally end his marriage to Alisa DeFord, better known as Bunnie XO, after nearly a decade together.
Sources told TMZ that the decision was mutual and remains a private matter for the family.
Jelly Roll is being represented by Nashville attorney Rose Palermo, who has handled several high-profile divorce cases over the years.
While neither party has publicly commented on the filing, the revelation of the separation date offers a clearer picture of how quickly events unfolded behind the scenes.
Movers Arrive At The Tennessee Property
The latest development came when a moving truck was seen outside the couple’s home near Nashville.
Photographs showed boxes being carried out of the property, fueling speculation about the next phase of the separation.
It remains unclear whether Jelly Roll or Bunnie XO is leaving the residence. Neither has addressed the moving activity publicly, but the images added another layer to a breakup that has attracted significant attention.
The sighting arrived shortly after news of the divorce filing surfaced. For many fans, it marked the first visible sign that major changes were taking place in the couple’s personal lives.
The pair had largely kept details of their relationship private despite their public profiles, making the moving trucks a notable moment in an otherwise closely guarded situation.
Jelly Roll And Bunnie XO’s Last Public Appearance
The last time the couple appeared together publicly was on February 24 during a stop on Bunnie XO’s book tour.
Jelly Roll surprised attendees by showing up and performing for the sold-out crowd.
At the time, there was little indication that the marriage was approaching its final chapter. The appearance reflected the supportive dynamic that had often defined their relationship in the public eye.
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO married in 2016 and frequently spoke about overcoming challenges together.
Their relationship endured difficult periods, and both were open about the effort required to make the marriage work.
Earlier this year, Bunnie reflected on those struggles while speaking with PEOPLE. She explained, “When you are with somebody for a long time, you are going to have to love them at their lowest. And I truly believe that true love is not about so much as accepting things that you shouldn’t, but I do think that everybody deserves a second chance.”
She continued, “Loving somebody at their lowest is one of the most beautiful things you can do, especially if they bloom and they blossom like my husband has.”
Those remarks now carry added weight given the couple’s decision to part ways months later.
Emotional Grammy Tribute Takes On New Meaning
One of the most memorable moments in the couple’s recent history came during the 2026 Grammy Awards.
While accepting the award for Best Contemporary Country Album for “Beautifully Broken,” Jelly Roll delivered an emotional tribute to his wife.
Standing onstage, he credited her with helping transform his life and supporting him through some of his darkest moments.
“I would have never changed my life without you. I’d have ended up dead or in jail. I’d have killed myself if it wasn’t for you and Jesus,” he said during his acceptance speech.
The heartfelt declaration drew praise at the time and became one of the ceremony’s most talked-about moments.
With news of the divorce now public, the speech has taken on a different significance for fans looking back on the couple’s journey.
Jelly Roll Continues Personal Challenges Amid Divorce
As his marriage comes to an end, Jelly Roll is also continuing a highly publicized battle with his health and fitness goals.
Over the last few years, the singer has undergone a remarkable weight-loss transformation. After once weighing more than 500 pounds, he slimmed down to 265 pounds by the time he appeared on the cover of Men’s Health last November.
Recently, however, he admitted that maintaining that progress had become difficult. In a YouTube video, he revealed that he stepped away from his strict routine during the holiday season and struggled to regain momentum after suffering an injury.
Reflecting on that period, Jelly Roll explained per the Daily Mail, “We hit the goal and it was right before the holidays, so I was like, ‘You know what man, I’ve been working hard for the last three years losing this weight, I’m going to enjoy the holidays.’”
He added, “I had a big Thanksgiving meal, I had a big birthday meal, I ate a big Christmas meal. Kinda got off the rails and I broke my collarbone… a few days before Christmas.”
As he navigates both personal and professional changes, the coming months are expected to mark a significant transition for the country star following the end of one of the most important relationships of his life.
