Jelly Roll Opens Up About 200-Pound Weight Loss Journey and Grand Ole Opry Invitation
A remarkable transformation and a career milestone are converging for country artist Jelly Roll, who recently detailed his arduous journey to lose over 200 pounds and received a coveted invitation to join the Grand Ole Opry. The singer shared candid details about the impact of his food addiction on his personal life, including his marriage, during an appearance on the “Joe Rogan Experience.”
Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord, revealed the profound effect his weight had on his intimacy with his wife, Bunnie Xo. “My sex life with my wife was horrible,” he confessed. “Dude, I married a f**king big-titty blonde, beautiful woman, dog. You know what I mean? Like, I married the kind of woman that makes you smile when you cry, Joe, you know? I couldn’t even get aroused I was so big.” He described the physical challenges they faced, joking that intimacy felt like “playing Twister” and requiring constant communication to navigate.
However, the artist emphasized that those difficulties are now a thing of the past. “I’m walking around the house like a tiger,” he quipped, describing a revitalized dynamic with his wife. “I’m throwing her over my shoulder like a cave, man, and throwing her on the bed every time I see her. You know what I’m saying? It is awesome.”
Jelly Roll’s weight loss wasn’t achieved through quick fixes or trendy pharmaceuticals. He actively avoided GLP-1 drugs, after a friend warned him of potential adverse effects, stating they “tears your gut up.” Instead, he embraced a holistic approach, focusing on walking, improved diet, fasting, and understanding the psychological roots of his addiction. He also noted that a small daily dose of metformin proved beneficial in accelerating his progress, helping to regulate his A1C and insulin levels. “I still could have lost the weight without the metformin, but it might have took another year,” he explained.
The conversation took an emotional turn when Jelly Roll received a surprise video message from country music legend Craig Morgan. Morgan delivered the news that Jelly Roll had been officially invited to become a member of the Grand Old Opry. “Jelly Roll, you’re officially invited to become a member of the Grand Old Opry. It’s an honor to say welcome to the family brother,” Morgan stated. The invitation visibly moved Jelly Roll to tears, prompting him to seek a hug from Joe Rogan.
This invitation represents a significant milestone in Jelly Roll’s career, solidifying his place within the country music establishment. His openness about his struggles with addiction and weight loss, coupled with his artistic success, has resonated with a wide audience, making him a compelling and inspiring figure in contemporary music.
