Bunnie XO is looking back on the unbelievable year she and her husband Jelly Roll experienced in 2023 after ringing in the New Year in the most iconic way on Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2024 with Ryan Seacrest.
Jelly Roll’s Wife Shares A Heartfelt Reflection
“2023 was one for the books! I can’t even believe the type of year we had. An absolute literal dream,” she wrote on social media, reminiscing on the whirlwind of success that she and her husband achieved over the course of the last year.
Bunnie XO then went on to share how she “refused to allow” her struggles with anxiety and depression get in the way of her successes. “I stopped surviving & started living [and] I refused to allow my anxiety & depression to keep me in the dark [and] I promise, if you suffer like I do, the darkness is there to show you the light & you aren’t alone. If all you did was survive this year-HELL YEAH BABY, ROCK ON,” she explained.
“2023 was a year of taking chances, even when I was petrified & wasn’t sure if it would end up losses,” the blonde bombshell continued.
Finding Success And Building Her Own Empire With The Dumb Blonde Podcast
While supporting her husband’s musical dreams, Bunnie XO continued to build her own empire with her chart-topping Dumb Blonde Podcast, which is one of the hottest podcasts on all streaming platforms, in addition to leading her own production company, growing a following on Patreon and filming the couple’s reality show, Meet The DeFords.
“The podcast is now doing over 2 million downloads a month, we’re on Spotify’s top rising 15 pods of the year, Apple’s top 20 pods & have accumulated over 50,000 Patreon subs,” she added. “I was able to produce & direct our reality shows w/ my own production company – which y’all are absolutely loving! In a world that has made me prove myself over & over, my hard work finally speaks for itself. 2024 is even more content for y’all to consume.”
She proceeded to modestly acknowledge her achievements with a brief moment of self-appreciation, before showcasing gratitude for all of those who have supported her along the way. “To say I’m grateful & proud is an understatement. I can’t say THANK YOU ENOUGH TO ALL OF YOU for believing in me the past 5 years w this pod & every crazy adventure I bring y’all along on. 
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Bunnie Proved Haters Wrong, Turning Her Dreams Into Reality
Despite naysayers, internet trolls and haters (all of which come with success), Bunnie XO never gave up on her dreams and ultimately made them into reality.
“Never backed down & never stopped going after what I wanted. NEVER took no for an answer & never let anyone’s criticism affect me,” she proudly stated. “It never matters where you came from, it matters where you’re going, baby! Don’t ever let anyone tell you [that] you can’t do something & believe them. I’m living proof that whatever sets your soul on fire is ALREADY YOURS. 
I also retired from an industry I had been in for 20+ years & rolled the dice on myself. Everything I manifested this year I accomplished & then some. Honestly, it’s almost unbelievable & makes my heart flutter when I think about how much I spoke into existence.”
Bunnie XO, whose real name is Bunnie DeFord, concluded her reflective message with a thank you to Jelly Roll for supporting her journey.
“Lastly, I’ve got to ride shotgun on one of the most beautiful journeys im so blessed to witness. Daddy Roll, thank you for always being someone for me to admire & strive to be like,” Bunnie said, before praising the “NEED A FAVOR” singer’s success. “You’ve sowed everything you’ve reaped & are unbelievably deserving of the world loving you the way they do. 
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Teasing fans with what’s to come in the New Year, Bunnie promised, “I’m walking into 2024 like God sent me. Y’all think I was relentless in 2023? Haaa, y’all ain’t seen nothin’ yet. B xo.”
Introduced Jelly Roll’s Performance On Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve
The Dumb Blonde Podcast host was on hand to introduce her husband to the stage on the most-watched New Year’s Eve special in America, Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, alongside nineteen-time host and executive producer Ryan Seacrest. Wearing a black jacket paying tribute to his daughter Bailee Ann and his dedicated fan base, known as the Bad Apples, Jelly Roll commanded the stage.
“New Year’s Eve in New York City is a dream come true, baby!” Jelly Roll shouted as he took the stage. Live from Times Square in New York City, the chart-topping singer/songwriter performed a mashup featuring his latest single, “Halfway To Hell” and his chart-topping hit, “NEED A FAVOR” as confetti showered the audience. He also surprised viewers across the world with a special performance of “Wild Ones,” a collaboration he shares with fast-rising star, Jessie Murph.
“What A Crazy Dream Come True,” Jelly Roll Said Of His Performance
After Jelly Roll’s performance, Ryan Seacrest joined him on stage to talk about his whirlwind of a year and going into 2024 as a GRAMMY nominated artist. The pair also talked about his dream come true performance on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.
“I’ve been watching this show since I was a kid, and to be standing up here next to Ryan Seacrest on New Year’s Eve in New York City. What a crazy dream come true. Going into 2024 is a Grammy nominated artist, baby!” the singer/songwriter, whose real name is Jason DeFord, told the show’s host.
Before exiting the stage, Seacrest asked Jelly Roll about doing good for the community., “Man. I believe I’ve been so blessed, and I’ve come so far that God did not bless me this much, not to be a blessing baby. So as long as I’m blessed, I will bless.”
Bunnie XO, Jelly Roll Enjoyed An “Iconic” Evening In Times Square On New Year’s Eve
Following her special appearance on the iconic New Year’s Eve special and Jelly Roll’s performance, Bunnie documented the unforgettable, dream come true experience by sharing a photo to social media.
“Tonight was iconic af just like you papas 🥹 🪄✨ Still soaking it all in 🤍,” Bunnie captioned a photo of herself alongside Jelly Roll in New York City’s Times Square. “Happy New Year babies, L F G!!! ⭐️”
She later shared a video of her and Jelly Roll ringing in 2024 alongside their daughter Bailee Ann, Ryan Seacrest and LL Cool J onstage in New York City’s Times Square as confetti fluttered down upon them.
