Jelly Roll: Music Career, Family Background and 2026 Updates

Jelly Roll, born Jason DeFord in Nashville in 1984, is an American rapper, singer and songwriter. He began his music career in the early 2000s and gained wider attention with songs including “Son of a Sinner,” “Need a Favor” and “Save Me.” His music has moved from underground hip-hop towards country and rock influences. He won the CMA Award for New Artist of the Year in 2023, and his album *Beautifully Broken* was released in 2024. The profile also credits him with three Grammy wins in 2026. Jelly Roll married Alisa “Bunnie XO” DeFord in 2016, and they renewed their vows in 2023. The profile reports that he filed for divorce in May 2026 and that it was finalised in July. He has two children from previous relationships and has spoken about his difficult early life, arrests and time in prison.

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