The country music star responds to controversy surrounding his meeting with President-elect Donald Trump, clarifying his political stance and respecting the office of the presidency.
- December 18, 2024
AceShowbiz - Jelly Roll, the "I'm Not Okay" singer, was recently photographed shaking hands with President-elect Donald Trump at a UFC match in New York City. The encounter sparked debate among his fans regarding his political opinions.
In an episode of his wife Bunnie XO's podcast "Dumb Blonde", Jelly Roll addressed the controversy, explaining that he believes meeting a president, regardless of their political affiliation, is an "honor." He emphasized that he would have met with Joe Biden had he been invited, as he respects the office of the presidency.
Jelly Roll clarified that he does not consider himself political and does not engage in political discussions. He attributed his passion for certain topics to his desire for knowledge but acknowledged that he lacks the expertise to form strong political opinions.
Despite growing up in a non-voting household, Jelly Roll emphasized that he was taught to respect the president. He described his meeting with Trump as relaxed, with the president expressing his admiration for Jelly Roll's music. Jelly Roll also revealed that he will no longer own a phone in 2025, citing the overwhelming number of messages he received and the guilt it caused him.
Jelly Roll's comments have clarified his position on meeting with Donald Trump, stating that it was a matter of respecting the presidency and not an endorsement of his political views.
