Bunnie XO, estranged wife of country singer Jelly Roll, has revealed the primary reason behind her decision to remove a widely discussed episode of her podcast, “Dumb Blonde.” The episode, which detailed the couple’s separation, was deleted shortly after it garnered significant attention and headlines globally. Bunnie XO explained that the candid discussion about their marital breakdown ultimately “backfired” and that she sought to move past the difficult period.

Podcast Episode Deletion and Bunnie XO’s Explanation

In the now-removed podcast episode, Bunnie XO, 46, had spoken openly about the events leading to Jelly Roll’s divorce filing in May, after nearly a decade of marriage. She described a significant argument on Mother’s Day as the final catalyst. The episode also touched upon their plans to have a child together via surrogate despite their separation and hinted at a substantial divorce settlement. The content’s popularity was evident, with the episode becoming one of her most-viewed and reportedly generating around $100,000 in revenue.

However, Bunnie XO addressed the episode’s removal on a subsequent podcast episode, stating her intention was not to dwell on painful experiences. “I took it down because I realized I just don’t want one of the hardest moments of my life to become a permanent headline,” she explained. “I don’t want to live in that.” She emphasized that her decision was not driven by financial concerns, noting that she would have kept the episode online if money were her primary motivation.

Bunnie XO further elaborated that she needed “the space to heal, to evolve and to move forward.” She expressed a desire to avoid having her personal struggles perpetually in the public eye, stating, “I do always feel like I owe you guys the truth of things even when, to me, they’re obvious, but for some reason, people always want to try to make things like a negative thing.”

Addressing Public Perception and Moving Forward

The deletion of the podcast episode coincided with public discussion about Bunnie XO’s personal life, including her recent public appearances. She had previously mentioned in the deleted episode that Jelly Roll had begun seeing other people. Shortly after, Bunnie XO was photographed with Dylan Wolf, star of “Calabasas Confidential,” at one of Jelly Roll’s establishments in Nashville while celebrating the Fourth of July.

Addressing speculation about moving on too quickly, Bunnie XO defended her actions, revealing that she had been “mourning the loss” of her marriage for nearly a year. She stated that Jelly Roll, 41, understands her perspective and has “no issue at all” with her actions. She also alluded to deeply personal struggles that she has chosen not to share publicly, describing a period of intense emotional distress following the separation. “I have been sitting in purgatory for two and a half months in my studio house,” she recounted. “Literally, there were times where I was on the floor, screaming, crying, because I could not understand what was going on.”

Bunnie XO reiterated that the divorce, which she described as “not mutual,” followed an argument on Mother’s Day where she urged Jelly Roll to file divorce papers. Although they separated briefly, he proceeded with the filing. Reports from sources close to the couple at the time indicated a “complicated dynamic,” particularly as Jelly Roll’s music career gained significant momentum.

Jelly Roll’s Health Journey Amidst Divorce

In parallel with Bunnie XO’s revelations, Jelly Roll also shared insights into his own well-being. In a YouTube video posted on the same day as Bunnie XO’s podcast update, he discussed his recent struggles with overeating. He described experiencing stress-related eating habits over several days, likening his approach to food to his past battles with addiction.

Jelly Roll, who has publicly shared his significant weight loss journey, having previously lost up to 275 pounds during his marriage, explained his all-or-nothing mentality. “I’ve been overeating the last three or four days and I was feeling myself stress-eating,” he admitted in the video titled “My Advice For Losing Weight.” He elaborated on how a single indulgence can trigger a cascade of unhealthy eating, comparing it to his experiences with alcohol and drugs. “The addict in me came out,” he stated.

He recounted an instance where consuming a dairy-free skillet cookie led to an uncontrolled intake of thousands of extra calories within a short period. This experience reinforced his understanding of his own behavioral patterns. “What I learned is how you do anything is how you do everything,” Jelly Roll reflected. “I’m like that with alcohol [and drugs].” Consequently, he has implemented stricter boundaries, avoiding certain foods like the skillet cookie, which he recognizes could lead to a prolonged period of unhealthy eating.

Shared Future Plans and Personal Impact

Despite the separation and the public nature of their personal lives, Bunnie XO confirmed that she and Jelly Roll still intend to have a child together through a surrogate and plan to co-parent. The emotional toll of the divorce was also evident in Bunnie XO’s admission of losing 20 pounds due to a lack of appetite during the initial period of mourning her marriage.

Ultimately, Bunnie XO’s decision to remove the podcast episode stemmed from a desire for personal healing and a wish to prevent a difficult chapter from defining her public narrative. Her recent statements aim to provide clarity and assert her need for privacy as she navigates the aftermath of her marriage and focuses on future endeavors.