Jelly Roll made a special appearance with his daughter Bailee Ann DeFord at the Stagecoach festival in California as a surprise for her birthday. He took her out of school and flew her to California for the event, wanting to earn “cool dad points.” His daughter, who was turning 16 soon, was brought on stage by Jelly and his wife Bunnie XO. He jokingly mentioned embarrassing her by having the entire crowd sing “Happy Birthday” to her.
In addition to performing as one of the headliners at Stagecoach, Jelly Roll also participated in an afternoon cooking demo in Flavortown with Guy Fieri. Proudly watching his daughter show off her culinary skills, Jelly Roll assisted her with preparing food alongside fellow singer Paul Cauthen. This public appearance with his daughter was a memorable moment for Jelly Roll, who shared how his daughter’s birth while he was in prison led him to make positive changes in his life.
Jelly Roll gives credit to his wife for helping him become a better father and for providing stability and support for their family. He also has a son named Noah Buddy, whom he shares with another ex-partner. While he shares more of Bailee’s life in public because he doesn’t have custody, Jelly and his wife co-parent with Noah’s mother to respect her wishes. Bailee has been open about the struggles she faced growing up and the impact it had on her, which she discusses in her father’s documentary, “Jelly Roll: Save Me.”
Reflecting on his past experiences and the challenges he has faced, Jelly Roll acknowledges the importance of his wife’s role in his life and in helping him become a better father to his children. Bailee’s candidness about her childhood trauma and the support she received from her father, stepmother, and mother highlights the complexities of their family dynamics and the impact it has had on her journey to healing and growth. The public appearances and shared moments between Jelly Roll and his children at events like Stagecoach showcase the importance of family and the love and support they provide for each other. Overall, Jelly Roll’s journey as a father and the challenges he has faced and overcome with the help of his family reflect the strength and resilience they have as a unit.
