In a remarkable turn of events, Kelli Welsh, the former fiancée of Jeremy Dufrene, who recently married music icon Lana Del Rey, has shared her feelings following their unexpected wedding. Welsh was engaged to Dufrene for over a decade before he tied the knot with the superstar singer just one month after they were first seen together.

“I’m in shock because we were engaged for 12 years, and he got married after just one month,” Welsh told the Daily Mail, revealing her disbelief at the swift progression of their relationship. Despite the abrupt change, the 45-year-old expressed her happiness for Dufrene, describing him as a “very protective, hardworking, manly man.”

Welsh emphasized Dufrene’s generous nature, stating, “He has always been a giver, so to have someone give to him, he deserves it. He is a very solid guy.” She believes that marrying a superstar like Del Rey represents a significant shift for Dufrene, who has primarily lived a simple life centered around the bayou and alligator tours. “He needed to get out of his comfort zone,” Welsh remarked, noting that he is deserving of such a blessing.

While Dufrene and Del Rey come from strikingly different backgrounds, Welsh feels they are well-suited for one another. She observed, “They both look happy with each other. It’s not a fake happy – he truly is in love with her.” Their relationship blossomed quickly, as they were first linked in August 2023 after being spotted holding hands at the Reading Festival in England. Just weeks later, they made their relationship public by attending the wedding of model Karen Elson in New York City, an event also attended by pop superstar Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce.

Dufrene’s marriage to the 39-year-old singer took place in an intimate outdoor ceremony in Des Allemandes, Louisiana, where Del Rey appeared stunning in a flowing white gown as she walked down the aisle with her father. Dufrene complemented her look in a dark suit and brown leather shoes.

Although Welsh has acknowledged she still cares for Dufrene deeply, she insists their relationship has transitioned into friendship since their breakup last October. Welsh’s acceptance of Dufrene’s new life chapter is clear, as she supports his happiness with Del Rey, hoping for the best for them both amidst the whirlwind of fame.

As for Lana Del Rey, known for hits like 'Summertime Sadness,' this marriage comes as a surprising yet exciting new chapter in her life, leaving fans eager to see how the couple’s journey unfolds in the public eye.