Dan Smyers, Shay Mooney praise Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO amid divorce: 'They handled it with class'

Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO separated over 'irreconcilable differences' and have since shared updates on their healing and personal growth
Dan Smyers praised Jelly Roll's fitness journey, while Shay Mooney said Roll and Bunnie XO have handled their public divorce 'with class' (Brett Carlsen/Getty Images for Spotify, John Shearer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Dan Smyers praised Jelly Roll's fitness journey, while Shay Mooney said Roll and Bunnie XO have handled their public divorce 'with class' (Brett Carlsen/Getty Images for Spotify, John Shearer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: Jelly Roll is receiving support from fellow country music stars Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney as he navigates his divorce from Bunnie XO. The duo recently opened up about the singer’s approach to the highly publicized split, praising both Roll and Bunnie for handling the situation with maturity and respect.

Their comments come as fans continue following the couple’s relationship journey and the way they have chosen to move forward while maintaining a positive connection.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 01: (L-R) Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo attend the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo attend the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney support Jelly Roll

At the Tight Ends & Friends concert in Nashville, Smyers shared that he recently crossed paths with Roll and spoke about how the singer has been doing amid his divorce from Bunnie.

“I saw him the other night, actually. Yeah, I ran into him,” Smyers revealed. During the conversation, Smyers also praised Roll for a motivational social media post highlighting his fitness journey. “The post he did was amazing,” Smyers said, showing his support for Roll’s dedication and personal progress. 

Mooney also shared his thoughts on how Roll and Bunnie have handled their separation in the public eye. The singer praised the pair for remaining respectful throughout the difficult period. "They’ve handled it with class. It’s a tough thing to go through very, very publicly," Mooney said.

Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay attend Sports Illustrated and Tight End University Host Tight Ends & Friends at The Pinnacle on June 23, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Jason Kempin/Getty Images)
Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay attend Sports Illustrated and Tight End University Host Tight Ends & Friends at The Pinnacle on June 23, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee (Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

The couple’s decision to approach their divorce with understanding has drawn attention from fans. During a June 18 concert, Roll addressed their relationship, explaining that he and Bunnie continue to share a strong friendship despite their separation.

“Me and my wife are best friends. We will always be best friends,” he told the audience. Roll clarified that infidelity was not a factor in their split, assuring fans that “nobody cheated on nobody” and addressing speculation surrounding their breakup.

Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO embrace new chapter 

According to court records, Roll and Bunnie officially separated on May 9, shortly before their 10th wedding anniversary. The divorce filing listed “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for their split, stating that the couple was “unable to live together successfully as husband and wife.”

Following their separation, both Roll and Bunnie have continued sharing updates about their personal journeys. Bunnie has opened up about her emotions and experiences on her Dumb Blonde podcast, while Roll has also spoken about his struggles, personal growth, and adjusting to life during this new chapter. 

title : Bunnie XO- Stripped Down: Unfiltered And Unapologetic Tour - Nashville, TN
caption: NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - FEBRUARY 22: (L-R) Bunnie XO and Jelly Roll attend Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic Tour in Nashville, Tennessee at James K. Polk Theater on February 22, 2026. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images)
Bunnie XO and Jelly Roll attend Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic Tour in Nashville, Tennessee at James K Polk Theater on February 22, 2026 (John Shearer/Getty Images)

Roll has also opened up about his latest health challenge while continuing his weight loss journey amid his divorce from Bunnie. The country singer revealed that he has been dealing with overeating and stress eating, comparing the struggle to the addictive patterns he has previously worked hard to overcome. 

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