When life pivots, sometimes it pivots hard. Bunnie XO just announced she’s heading to Arizona State University—a fresh start that’s about as bold as reinventions come, especially when you’re working through a major life transition.
The media personality revealed her acceptance to ASU on Instagram Friday, even teasing that“Dr. XO”might be loading. She didn’t divulge specifics about her start date or major, but knowing her transparency on the“Dumb Blonde”podcast, she’ll likely keep her followers in the loop as the journey unfolds.
This move comes as Bunnie navigates her divorce from country artist Jelly Roll, who filed for divorce in May after nearly a decade of marriage. While sources told media outlets the split was mutual and a private family matter, Bunnie’s been anything but quiet about turning the page. She’s joked on her podcast about her marriage feeling like serving a“10-year prison sentence,”and she’s revealed that her DMs have been flooded with interested suitors—though she’s made clear she’s not ready for the dating scene just yet.
What makes this college announcement particularly striking is the timing and the signal it sends. Instead of leaning on her media platform or jumping into romance, Bunnie’s investing in education. She didn’t have a college degree before, but she’s previously celebrated Jelly Roll’s daughter, Bailee, heading to college in the fall. Now she’s joining that academic journey herself.
And here’s the kicker: the exes are still moving forward with their plan to welcome a baby via surrogate, proving that even when a marriage ends, some shared dreams don’t. It’s a reminder that life after divorce doesn’t have to be about erasure—it can be about evolution.
Call it a fresh start with a syllabus. Dr. XO is coming soon.
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