Sophia Michaels
While Jelly Roll and his wife, Bunnie XO, enjoy sharing snippets of their lives with fans, Jelly Roll’s son, Noah Buddy DeFord, tends to stay out of the limelight. However, every so often, we get a sweet peek into his life and the bond he shares with his dad and stepmom.
It’s important to note that Jelly Roll and Bunnie aren’t the primary caregivers for Noah; he lives with his mother. In a discussion with Taste of Country, Jelly Roll expressed that he tries to parent Noah in a manner that respects his mother’s wishes. This includes limiting social media exposure and interviews involving Noah. “I want to just respect that boundary,” he stated, emphasizing the importance of seeking permission before sharing anything about Noah online.
Maintaining this respect seems to be a continuing priority for both Bunnie and Jelly Roll. Bunnie previously mentioned in the comments of her first TikTok post featuring Noah that these moments are “always mama approved first.” Since then, Noah’s public appearances have been limited, offering fans only rare glimpses into his life.
Jelly Roll shared newborn pics of Noah in 2016
While Bunnie’s TikTok marked a notable moment for Noah’s public image, Jelly Roll had previously shared his son’s arrival on Facebook in 2016 when Noah was born. Jelly Roll warmly welcomed his son with the caption “Welcome to earth,” noting Noah’s weight at birth as 9 pounds 12 ounces.
A few days later, Jelly Roll posted another photo, expressing a heartfelt blessing for baby Noah, hoping he would grow up to be everything his father was not. Jelly Roll also revealed a tattoo of Noah’s name on his face, a decision he likely treasures despite some regrets about other tattoos in his life.
Just days later, Jelly Roll shared another picture of Noah after his daughter met her new sibling, joyfully remarking on her happiness as a big sister. Jelly Roll clearly cherished the moment and the addition to his family.
Noah did a super sweet interview with Bunnie XO
The TikTok video shared by Bunnie XO marked Noah Buddy DeFord’s first direct interaction with fans. In this delightful clip, Noah enthusiastically revealed fun facts about himself, including his favorite things, such as his love for the beach and his upcoming birthday as he approached turning 7.
Although initially a bit shy, Noah soon opened up, humorously claiming his favorite sport was “Pokémon,” but ultimately stated that soccer held the top spot since it was “the first sport I ever played.” Additionally, he revealed a choice indicating that his older sister, Bailee Ann DeFord, would be his preference if he had to pick between her and dad.
Bunnie was not at all caught off guard. In fact, she playfully remarked, “I already knew. He’s way better than Dad!” This elicited a sweet laugh from Noah.
@xomgitsbunnie In response to @babyknockout45 The sweetest boy #jellyandbunnie
While Noah may have opted for his sister over their dad, the heartwarming essence of the video showcased the bond they share. The two shared many laughs and Noah received plenty of tickles, which was delightful to witness!
