Kelli Welsh, the woman who was engaged to alligator tour guide Jeremy Dufrene for over a decade prior to his marriage with Lana Del Rey, has spoken out about his recent nuptials with the famous singer. Despite being surprised by the quick wedding, Welsh mentioned she is happy for her ex-partner, describing him as a protective, hardworking, manly man who has always been generous and deserving of love. She acknowledged that Dufrene’s lifestyle will change now that he is married to a music superstar but believes he needed to step out of his comfort zone and is deserving of this blessing.
While recognizing the differences between herself and Del Rey, Welsh believes the singer is a good match for Dufrene as they appear genuinely happy together. Welsh and Dufrene first dated as teenagers and officially rekindled their romance after he divorced his first wife, Gina, with whom he has three children. The couple got engaged in 2012 and were together until their split last October. Despite caring for Dufrene deeply, Welsh stated that their relationship is now strictly as friends.
Del Rey, whose real name is Elizabeth Woolridge Grant, married Dufrene in an intimate ceremony in Des Allemandes, La., in front of a small group of family and friends. Del Rey looked stunning in a flowing white gown, while Dufrene wore a dark suit, vest, and brown leather shoes. The couple tied the knot just one month after being romantically linked, with their relationship going public when they attended a wedding together in New York City. Del Rey and Dufrene have known each other for some time, as evidenced by social media posts from Del Rey in 2019.
The whirlwind romance between Del Rey and Dufrene sparked some confusion due to their different backgrounds, but the duo seems to have a strong connection despite these differences. The couple was first seen holding hands at the Reading Festival in England before making their relationship public at a wedding in New York City. Del Rey’s representatives were contacted for comment on Welsh’s statement but did not respond. It appears that Del Rey and Dufrene have known each other for some time, as evidenced by social media posts and public outings together.
Overall, Kelli Welsh has expressed happiness for her ex-partner Jeremy Dufrene and Lana Del Rey in their marriage, despite the surprise of the quick wedding. Welsh described Dufrene as a deserving and protective man, noting that he may need to adjust to a new lifestyle now that he is married to a music superstar. Despite their past relationship, Welsh has moved on and now only maintains a friendship with Dufrene. Del Rey and Dufrene’s relationship, though unexpected, seems to be built on a solid foundation of mutual happiness and respect.
