After Jelly Roll avoided discussing his politics at the Grammy Awards in February, he peeled off the band-aid this week with a heartfelt speech.

Jelly Roll faced a Fox News takedown after clarifying his politics, with hosts mocking his weight loss and saying they preferred him when he was "fatter" and nicer on television

I was afraid that anything I was going to say was going to be immediately taken as a political statement. And ironically, by trying so hard not to make a political statement, I became one.”

Jelly Roll became emotional during his appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! as he addressed the intense speculation surrounding his political beliefs

Jelly Roll shared his thoughts on Dolly Parton while filling in as guest host on Jimmy Kimmel Live.

Country star Jelly Roll paid tribute to Dolly Parton during his Jimmy Kimmel Live! monologue, calling her an inspiration and reflecting on her impact on his family.

For his second night hosting ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live, Jelly Roll had the difficult task of paying tribute to the legendary singer, songwriter and entertainer. He did it from the top, during the monologue, staring down the barrel of the camera and saluting the all-time great of country music.

Jelly Roll used his final night as guest host of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" to explain where he stands politically after spending much of his career avoiding the subject. According to Fox News , the country music star,