Bunnie Xo says she’s receiving 'death threats' over ex-husband Jelly Roll’s Trump jabs

While guest-hosting 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', Jelly Roll made several pointed jokes about President Donald Trump, aiming at his weight and approval ratings
Bunnie Xo clarified her stance to her listeners, reminding the public that she is completely separate from her ex-husband Jelly Roll’s actions (Getty Images)
Bunnie Xo clarified her stance to her listeners, reminding the public that she is completely separate from her ex-husband Jelly Roll’s actions (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Bunnie Xo claims she has been receiving death threats in her direct messages after her ex-husband Jelly Roll made pointed comments about President Donald Trump while guest hosting 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' The podcaster addressed the backlash on her 'Dumb Blonde' podcast and said she should not be held responsible for her former husband’s comments.

"I'm getting death threats in my DMs this week. And it's just, it's crazy because I don't have anything to do with that. Like I separated myself for a reason, and what another person does is not a reflection of me," Bunnie said. She also urged people to recognize that she is now living independently from Jelly Roll following their divorce in July.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 26: Bunnie Xo performs during the
Bunnie Xo performs during the 'Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic' book tour at The Palazzo Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on February 26, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada (Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

Jelly Roll's comments on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

Jelly Roll’s comments came while he was guest hosting 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', where he joked about Trump’s appearance at an IndyCar race. The singer commented on the president’s interest in the event while taking a jab at his usual preferences.

"The president seemed to enjoy the Indie Car race, which was a real switch-up for him cuz normally he only likes his own race." Jelly Roll later referenced his own weight loss while making another joke about Trump and his approval ratings.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 31: Recording Artist Jelly Roll performs on stage during New Year's Eve Live Nashville's Big Bash at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park on December 31, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Davis/Getty Images)
Jelly Roll performs on stage during New Year's Eve Live Nashville's Big Bash at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park on December 31, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee (Photo by Jason Davis/Getty Images)

"In the last few years, I've lost 300 lb. That means I've lost an entire Donald Trump. And let's be honest, based on his approval ratings, it seems like most of the country wants to do the same thing."

The remarks sparked a reaction online, with Bunnie saying she subsequently found herself receiving threatening messages despite having separated from Jelly Roll.

President Donald Trump speaks during an event with Republican lawmakers in the Rose Garden of the White House, Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Donald Trump speaks during an event with Republican lawmakers in the Rose Garden of the White House, Wednesday, Sept 2, 2026, in Washington (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Bunnie Xo says she is separating herself from Jelly Roll

Bunnie emphasized that Jelly Roll’s actions are not a reflection of her and asked fans to stop connecting her to him. She said the separation was intentional and that she is focused on establishing herself independently.

"I hope you guys can just learn that I am my own person now and I am standing on my own two feet without being attached to anybody else."

Bunnie also addressed the need for people to understand that she and Jelly Roll are separate individuals with their own choices and values. Her comments come as the former couple continues to draw public attention following their divorce.

Bunnie XO and Jelly Roll attend the 68th GRAMMY Awards Pre-GRAMMY Gala & GRAMMY Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Avery Lipman & Monte Lipman on January 31, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
Bunnie XO and Jelly Roll attend the 68th GRAMMY Awards Pre-GRAMMY Gala & GRAMMY Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Avery Lipman & Monte Lipman on January 31, 2026 in Los Angeles, California (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

During a separate red carpet appearance, Bunnie spoke about personal growth and described it as an ongoing process: "Yeah, it's still a journey. It's never a destination. And I feel like um when you stop living and learning, you're not evolving. And that we live and we learn every day."

Her latest comments make clear that Bunnie wants to move forward without being defined by her former husband or his public statements.

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