Dan + Shay Share Update on Jelly Roll Amid Divorce From Bunnie XO: “Tough on Both Parties”

Country music stars Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney have spoken publicly about their friend Jelly Roll as he navigates his highly publicized divorce from Bunnie XO. The comments come after news emerged that the couple had ended their marriage after nearly a decade together.

Speaking during an interview at the Tight End & Friends Concert presented by Reese’s in Nashville on June 23, 2026, Dan Smyers offered a brief update on Jelly Roll’s wellbeing. The singer revealed that he had recently met Jelly Roll and was encouraged by how he appeared during their interaction.

Dan said:

“I saw him the other night, actually. Yeah, I ran into him. He was great. We didn’t really get into it, but I’m happy for him.”

Smyers also praised a recent social media post by Jelly Roll that reflected on his personal fitness and health transformation. He noted that the post was inspiring and highlighted the artist’s continued focus on self-improvement despite personal challenges.

Meanwhile, Shay Mooney commended both Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO for the way they have handled the situation in the public eye. Mooney acknowledged the difficulties of going through a divorce while facing constant public scrutiny and media attention.

He stated:

“They’ve handled it with class. It’s a tough thing to go through very, very publicly. I mean, as married guys, if we had to go through something like that that publicly, it’s really tough on both parties, and they’ve both handled it well. We both want the best for them. They’re great.”

The comments from Dan + Shay reflect the strong support Jelly Roll continues to receive from fellow artists within the country music community following the announcement of his divorce.

Jelly Roll Addresses Divorce Rumors During Concert

Following widespread speculation online, Jelly Roll recently addressed the end of his marriage during a concert stop on his Little ASS Shed Tour in Saratoga Springs, New York, on June 18, 2026.

Reports indicate that the singer cited irreconcilable differences in his divorce filing. However, growing rumors prompted him to publicly clarify several misconceptions surrounding the separation.

During the performance, Jelly Roll told fans that he intended to speak about the matter only once and urged them to pay attention to his remarks. He criticized misinformation circulating online and rejected many of the claims being spread on social media.

The singer emphasized that there is no hostility between him and Bunnie XO and described her as one of the most important people in his life.

Jelly Roll said:

“The internet is a liar, too. This is the only time and the only city I’m gonna speak about this, so break your camera phones out now. Me and my wife are best friends. We will always be best friends. She will probably be the only woman I will ever love the way I loved her. Nobody cheated on nobody.”

His statement directly addressed rumors suggesting infidelity played a role in the separation. According to Jelly Roll, neither party was unfaithful, and the couple remains on good terms despite ending their marriage.

As fans continue to react to the news, support from fellow country artists such as Dan + Shay highlights the respect both Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO continue to receive within the music industry.