Country star Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord, has set an inspiring new goal for his health and fitness journey, with fans eagerly supporting him every step of the way.
In a candid conversation with his wife, Bunnie XO, on her Dumb Blonde podcast, the 40-year-old music sensation revealed his ambitious aim to be featured on the cover of Men’s Health magazine by March 2026. “I want to have one of the biggest transformations,” Jelly Roll said confidently in the upcoming December 16 episode.
The “Need a Favor” singer opened up about his struggles with body image and weight loss, noting that he wanted to share his journey publicly to hold himself accountable and connect with others facing similar challenges. “I did this publicly for a reason,” he explained. “I want to be honest about my struggles with it with people.”
Jelly Roll reflected on the difficulties many people face when losing a significant amount of weight, especially in the public eye. He pointed out that individuals who experience major transformations often retreat from the spotlight. “People who lose weight like I did are often ashamed,” he said. “They go hide, lose the weight, and then don’t know how to interact with the world feeling different.” For Jelly, the goal is not just physical change but emotional openness. “I wanted to lose it in front of everybody. I wanted to talk about it. I wanted to bring people along with me,” he added.
His wife, Bunnie XO (real name Alyssa DeFord), enthusiastically promoted the episode on social media, sharing sneak peeks of their conversation. “Jelly is on the couch this week!” she wrote, hinting at the vulnerability and motivation that came through in the interview.
In the episode, Jelly Roll reflected on the incredible success he achieved despite carrying the weight of 550 pounds. “I somehow managed to be this successful while carrying 550 pounds. That’s insane,” he said, acknowledging the challenges he faced while climbing to stardom.
Bunnie praised her husband’s decision to share his journey with the public, emphasizing the impact it could have on others. “I think it’s awesome that people get to watch your transformation,” she said. “They get to feel like they’re not alone.” She also highlighted the importance of being open about struggles, especially in a world where quick fixes like surgery and weight-loss shots are increasingly popular. “You’re just like, ‘This is me. Here it is. This is my cross to bear, and will you help me carry it?’” Bunnie said.
The couple’s strong bond was evident as they discussed the ups and downs of weight loss. Bunnie also shared her own experience with tirzepatide, a medication known for its weight-loss benefits. However, her journey with the drug has been difficult. “I’ve been micro-dosing tirzepatide, but I’m still hungry,” she admitted in a previous episode.
Meanwhile, Jelly Roll’s health journey has already yielded impressive results. In October, the “Save Me” singer proudly announced that he had exceeded his initial weight-loss goal, shedding more than 100 pounds in preparation for a 5K race.
As Jelly Roll continues his transformation, fans are eagerly watching his progress and cheering him on toward his next big goal.
