Jelly Roll Returns To Stage After Bunnie XO Divorce News, Wears Powerful Quote On Jacket

Jelly Roll returned to the stage on Tuesday night, just one day after reports of his divorce filing from Bunnie Xo dominated headlines and sparked buzz online.

During his performance at Rogers Stadium in Toronto, the country star appeared focused on the music, but fans quickly took notice of a powerful message displayed on the back of the jacket he wore onstage.

In photos shared by the official Jelly Roll HQ Instagram account, the GRAMMY-winning artist can be seen sporting a jacket featuring a quote from Mother Teresa. The message centers on the strength people can find through faith, unity, and supporting one another during difficult times.

It reads, “There is a tremendous strength that is growing in the world through sharing together, praying together, suffering together, and working together.”

The quote certainly caught attention given the timing. While it’s unclear whether Jelly Roll intentionally chose to wear the message as public interest in his divorce continues to dominate online conversation, it didn’t go unnoticed by fans.

Jelly Roll has long been open about his faith, personal struggles, and the importance of leaning on others through life’s challenges, which makes the message feel especially fitting either way. 

Just one day before his performance alongside Post Malone in Toronto, it was revealed that Jelly Roll filed for divorce in Tennessee on May 18. TMZ broke the news, reporting that sources close to the former couple said the split was a mutual decision.

The “Save Me” singer, 41, filed in Williamson County, Tennessee, with court records showing the couple separated on May 9. He cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the divorce.

Fans also noticed a quiet change on Jelly Roll’s Instagram profile this week. His bio previously included a lock and key emoji alongside Bunnie XO’s Instagram handle, @xomgitsbunnie. It has since been updated to simply read “Music Man,” followed by a link to his recent tour dates and tickets.

Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord, and Bunnie XO, born Alisa DeFord, tied the knot on Aug. 30, 2016. The filing comes just ahead of what would have been their 10th wedding anniversary.

One of the couple’s final public appearances together was earlier this year at the GRAMMY Awards, where Jelly Roll publicly thanked her during his acceptance speech.

“I want to thank my beautiful wife,” the Grand Ole Opry member shared from the stage. “I would have never changed my life without you. I would have ended up dead or in jail. I would have killed myself if it wasn’t for you and Jesus. I thank you for that.”

Despite the personal news, Jelly Roll is continuing his busy touring schedule. He’s scheduled to bring his Little ASS Shed Tour to Saratoga Springs, NY tonight, followed by stops in Bangor, ME on June 20, Gilford, NH on June 21, and more dates to come.