Jelly Roll Returns to Host ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Amid Personal Transition

Last year, Jelly Roll made a significant impression when he stepped in to host a pair of shows for Jimmy Kimmel Live! during the comedian’s summer hiatus. The country music star’s natural charisma and candid humor clearly resonated with the network, as he is officially set to return to the late-night desk once again this summer.

ABC and Jimmy Kimmel announced the upcoming guest host lineup late last week. The roster features a diverse array of talent, including Tiffany Haddish, Colman Domingo, Ike Barinholtz, Anthony Anderson, and Rosie O’Donnell, all of whom will take the mic while Kimmel takes his two-week break.

The return to the late-night stage comes at a complex time for the Antioch, Tennessee, native. During his previous stint as host in 2025, Jelly Roll used his monologues to touch on relatable, often self-deprecating topics, including his weight, his signature tattoos, and even the spectacle of UFC fights at the White House. However, his return this year follows the public revelation of his divorce from podcaster Bunnie Xo. The separation, which came to light on June 15 following a May 18 filing, has been a subject of intense public interest.

Despite the dissolution of their marriage, the couple has maintained a transparent approach regarding their future. During a recent episode of her Dumb Blonde podcast, Bunnie Xo addressed the situation, noting that the pair remains committed to their plans to have a baby together. “You guys are going to be shocked to hear this, but we’re still having a baby… We have been the most unconventional couple that you guys have ever encountered,” she shared.

For his part, Jelly Roll has sought to quell speculation regarding the reasons behind the split. Addressing rumors of infidelity during a recent performance in Saratoga Springs, New York, the singer was firm: “Nobody cheated on nobody,” he told the crowd, adding that he intended for that to be the only time he would publicly discuss the matter. As he prepares to step back into the spotlight for his late-night hosting duties, fans will be watching to see how the artist balances his professional responsibilities with this new chapter in his personal life.