Rapper and singer Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, shared a special moment with his 9-year-old son Noah Buddy during a rare father-son outing. The proud dad was spotted courtside at the Tennessee Volunteers vs. Illinois Fighting Illini college basketball game in Nashville on December 6, 2025, enjoying the action with Noah Buddy.

A Special Bond with Son Noah Buddy

Jelly Roll, 41, has two children: his son Noah Buddy and 17-year-old daughter Bailee Ann. While the musician often keeps his family life private, this outing provided a glimpse into the close bond he shares with his son.

The father-son duo was seen cheering for the teams and soaking in the atmosphere of the Music City Madness event at Bridgestone Arena, highlighting the singer’s dedication to spending quality time with his children despite a busy music career.

Previous Public Appearances with Noah

This isn’t the first time Jelly Roll and Noah Buddy have been seen together publicly. In December 2024, Noah joined his dad on the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of Sonic the Hedgehog 3. During the event, the young fan shared his love for Sonic and even revealed his favorite Jelly Roll song, “Creature,” to Entertainment Tonight.

Family Life with Wife Bunnie Xo

Jelly Roll and his wife, podcaster Bunnie Xo (real name Alyssa DeFord), have been open about their family journey and desire to expand their household. During the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards, Jelly Roll shared an update on their IVF journey, expressing gratitude to fans and friends for their support.

The singer’s dedication to health and family became particularly clear when he discussed his decision to lose over 60 pounds in 2024. “My wife and I are talking about having a baby, and it really made me realize that at almost 40, I was like, it means I got to live to at least 60,” he said. “I got to see this kid into college.”

Living Life to the Fullest as a Father

From courtside basketball games to red carpet events, Jelly Roll makes a conscious effort to create memorable experiences with his children. Whether it’s cheering for his favorite teams or sharing his love of music, these moments highlight the rapper’s commitment to fatherhood and family life.

Fans can expect Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo to continue sharing glimpses of their family adventures while pursuing their plans to expand their household in the near future.