Jelly Roll's Stunning Transformation: Beard Gone After 10 Years

Jelly Roll's Jaw-Dropping New Look: Beard Gone After 10 Years!

In a stunning transformation that has left fans buzzing, country music star Jelly Roll has revealed his face for the first time in a decade. The singer, whose real name is Jason DeFord, shaved off his iconic beard—a look he had worn since 2015. This dramatic change comes amid his incredible weight loss journey, where he has shed over 200 pounds, bringing his weight down from a high of over 500 lbs.

The Big Reveal

Jelly Roll's wife, Bunnie Xo, first teased the transformation on her Instagram on November 13, 2025. She shared a video of her husband shaving his beard, expressing her excitement to finally see his jawline.

"I have never seen this man without his facial hair. Not one freaking time," Bunnie said. "And you guys know, as women, we get catfished, 'cause we don't know what the hell's under there."

The video documented Jelly Roll's process: starting with a goatee, then a "cop 'stache" (which Bunnie declared "fire"), and finally a clean-shaven face. Her reaction? "The total naked face, it's not terrible. It's not terrible." On November 20, Jelly Roll officially unveiled his new look on Instagram, joking he now resembles a "Ninja Turtle" while celebrating his Grammy nominations.

The Reason Behind the Beard

For years, Jelly Roll kept his beard as a way to cover up his face due to his weight. He explained in his Instagram video:

"One of the reasons I even started growing a beard is I was so obese, it was just easier to cover up what was happening here."

Now, with his significant weight loss, he felt confident enough to show off his transformed features. "Look at that freaking jawline," Bunnie emphasized, highlighting how his slimmed-down physique made this change possible.

A Journey of Transformation

Jelly Roll's weight loss journey began in 2022 when he decided to reclaim his health. He has been open about his lifelong struggles with obesity, which started in childhood. In 2018, he shared that he weighed over 500 lbs and felt miserable:

"I've been obese since I was a small child... All I've ever known was being fat, and I'm fucking miserable. I wanna skydive, bungee jump, ride a bull, parasail, ride roller coasters—I want to LIVE a normal life."

Through lifestyle changes—prioritizing exercise and healthier eating—Jelly Roll has lost nearly 200 pounds. He has been transparent about his methods, choosing not to use Ozempic due to fear of side effects like acid reflux. Instead, he focused on natural methods and even changed the culture on his tour to promote healthy habits and emotional check-ins with his crew.

Bunnie Xo's Unwavering Support

Bunnie Xo has been a constant source of support for her husband. She has celebrated his milestones and reminded fans that his inner qualities remain the same.

"He's always had the same heart. He's always had the same soul. I think the most appropriate thing here to say is he looks so much healthier now that he's lost weight."

The couple's love story, which began in 2015 when Bunnie met Jelly Roll at a Las Vegas country bar, has been a cornerstone of his journey. Bunnie even invested in his early music career to help him pursue his dreams.

What's Next?

With his new look and health journey, Jelly Roll continues to inspire his fans. His Grammy nominations for Country Album of the Year are a testament to his talent and hard work. As he steps into this new chapter, fans are excited to see what he does next—both musically and personally. For Jelly Roll, this transformation isn't just about appearance; it's about embracing a healthier, more vibrant life.