Bunnie Xo, known for her hit podcast Dumb Blonde, has candidly shared her decision to leave sex work, a choice she describes as one of the toughest she's ever made. Her new book, Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic, released on February 17, dives deep into this transformative period in her life.
In her memoir, Bunnie, whose real name is Alisa DeFord, reflects on how her growing podcast success empowered her to step away from sex work. Although monetizing her podcast initially didn't yield much income, she persevered, turning it into a multimillion-dollar venture by 2022. "But it grew, and I have now turned it into a multimillion-dollar business," she writes, highlighting the financial stability that allowed her to retire from her OnlyFans account.
“God made sure to let me know that I made the right decision by no longer selling my body," she expresses, emphasizing her reliance on faith during this pivotal time.
In March 2023, exactly a year after closing her OnlyFans, Bunnie marked the milestone with a Facebook post. She reflected on the initial fear of leaving behind the income from sex work but acknowledged the leap of faith had paid off, "I had faith & let God have it & he made sure I made it back 10 fold." With her memoir now out, Bunnie is transparent about her past work and her role as the initial breadwinner in her marriage to musician Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord.
Despite their marriage since 2016, Bunnie has always prioritized her financial independence. She shares, "I have always worked & made money on my own, when I married J I refused to give up my independence & rely solely on him." Her journey from escorting to entrepreneurship showcases her resilience and determination to be seen not just for her looks, but her voice and vision.
Bunnie's story, as detailed in Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic, is one of personal growth and professional success.