Rascal Flatts Joe Don Rooney Responds to Rumors He’s Transitioning to a Woman

Rascal Flatts guitarist Joe Don Rooney is speaking out for the first time in two years since facing much turmoil in his personal life. The Rascal Flatts guitarist has very candidly opened up denying rumors that he was transitioning to be a woman during his time away from the spotlight. We hope Rascal Flatts will see there is still much support for them, and fans will finally get to see the farewell show that unfortunately never happened.
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[@davidedwards8940]

That takes courage. “That which does not kill you makes you stronger”

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

"Oak tree, you're in my way." Oak trees do represent strength. Ha, ha

[@tinatrustdorf4551]

Amen

[@quinny6920]

I wish him nothing but the best. We all go through “stuff” in our lives. God Bless ❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@hollyking2580]

Sounds like he's in a good headspace. Glad he's okay. Who starts such crazy rumors anyway???

[@CountItAllJoy1225]

I would love to see them get back together. Great music!!

[@nancymcgee4776]

I sure have missed these guys!

[@user-kd3zi9ys3d]

Damn I'm proud of him you gotta be a strong person to overcome something like alcohol addiction. Congrats on being sober 2 years hope 2024 is a good year for you and your family

[@shae482]

Easily one of the most underrated guitar players in the Biz, Glad he’s doing better! If there isn’t a Flatts reunion hopefully he’ll do some solo stuff!

[@Lombranajd]

We still love yawl, and please come back. We are only human, and we all go through issues in life. I'm glad you are better, so yawl, please come back.

[@horseygirl645]

I’ve been a long time fan of Rascal Flatts. I’m a follower of the band Generation Radio that includes Jay DeMarcus and I also follow Gary’s music as well. I would love to see these three guys get back together … even if it’s only for a farewell tour.

[@sharonr5605]

It makes my heart smile to read this by JDR. I've been saying prayers for him ever since that accident. May he continue to make positive and healthy strides in his life. As for RF, I commend JDR for having the courage to say that he wanted out of the band. It was probably long overdue and no one in the band wanted to have that conversation.

[@greggrant502]

God bless, it's only up from here! Great article ❤

[@doriebrown6090]

Prayers and proud of you Joe!

[@debbiesmitherman9295]

People gonna talk it’s best not to listen to all that you hear unless it’s comes from the person they are speaking of ! ❤

[@susiesawyer6216]

Miss you guys! Congratulations on your sobriety 🎉 Keep taking care of yourself and your Family 💝. Keep moving forward 💝 Happy New Year 🥳🥰💝

[@Nashvilletn-dm1pt]

How cool ,, bless you

[@markdeweese9288]

Praise God, my prayers are with you.

[@roxannewagner3208]

God is so amazing

[@cindyhooker535]

PROUD OF YOU JOE

[@terristotts4256]

Congratulations to you Joe Don I know it takes a lot of courage to do what you did or should I say what you are doing keep it up you're doing wonderful you guys have always been my number one band but I know you need to take care of yourself too keep on going

[@sondrasix1668]

Congratulations 🎈you are amazing 💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@bluenote5630]

PRAYERS ✝️ FOR HIM AND FAMILY 👪

[@gayewern6597]

Great news, 🙏for you moving forward. The mountain tops are grand & glorious but it's in the valleys that we grow the most. With God all things are possible & HIS grace is sufficient, HIS mercies are new every am!! Thank you for being vulnerable & sharing your story 💝✝️💪

[@petehorton5591]

Keep coming back !

[@MrLvbat]

Take it One day at a time.

[@jayteesgear]

Joe Don, this statement is really Brave! Im nowhere near your sucess but 15 years ago I was jammin with some of the big players in Country and I will fully agree Alcohol and all that follows it steered me AWAY from success. Youre one of THE BEST Guitarists in Country. Heal up. Take your time ane hopefully you Return to the big stage! (Id love to just return to small stages 😂) But we need ya! You’ve pushed me and so many others to be better at our Craft💯 God Bless🙏🏻

[@deniseharris2624]

God's daily blessings on him. May he always be as he is , a great man always ❤️🤗

[@DellaQuick]

Congratulations

[@JettePorrazzo]

Prayers for Joe!

[@vickyrussell1672]

❤❤❤ Praise God 🙏🙏❤️🙏

[@tinatrustdorf4551]

Praise God. Joe Don. So happy you're doing better

[@jkyoft78]

"I'm not transitioning to become a woman. But, unfortunately, when I was in jail..."

[@robbywyrick6118]

I hope see them farewell tour someday

[@kimberlywiederhold627]

I am not a murderer. No offense to murderers.

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

Exactly I was thinking of a statement, like that. You nailed it.

[@dorawooten4298]

CONGRAT LOVE YOU❤❤❤❤

[@darrelchaisson-oy9zp]

Pry your mind away from your problems so you can focus your attention on God. His strength and power shows themselves most effective in weakness. You have already been there my friend you experienced it first hand. The safest place to be is in His Will. Happy you are doing well. You are living from the real Center where you are in the rim of God. Bless you my friend and a big shout out CONGRATULATIONS on your sobriety.

[@itsnotthesamething]

God blessed the broken road.... Hopefully Rascal Flatts will repair their broken road, and get back together.

[@brendamathews8794]

❤ we all got our demons so God bless you and good luck❤❤

[@God_OceanKing]

My favorite band is Rascal Flatts I hope the can be friends again I pray Don plz work it plz

[@dorawooten4298]

❤❤ Good IM GLAD YOUR NOT BEGINING A WOMAN THANK YOU❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

Why do some people feel the need to make a "...not that there's anything wrong with that" kind of statement, when saying something that's not necessarily in favor of that community? It's completely unnecessary and ridiculous. Just say that you're not transitioning. That would be my first statement, instead of stating that I'm alive.

[@Morningstar818]

Because some people will always look for hidden meanings if you aren't careful to be extremely intentional, especially with a topic like that.

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

@@Morningstar818, Who cares? What are people going to do, call him a bigot, because he didn't make that little add-on statement. Again, it's completely unnecessary.

[@Morningstar818]

@rayfordraysiegel in the current state of the world, I wouldn't put it past anyone, and bigger things have happened for a lot less

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

@@Morningstar818, And it would mean nothing, if they did. They don't need to be appeased.

[@sheilagilliam3205]

Will Rascal Flatts get back together?

[@mikerichards8400]

God tells us a lot about the destructive nature of drunkenness. It will destroy body, mind, and soul. (Proverbs chapter 23, verses 20-21, 29-35; Ephesians 5:18; Galatians 5:19-21; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11). We must avoid addictions to alcohol, illegal drugs, and greed.

[@Chris65645]

Glad this dude isnt going to the soup group. Get well soon

[@custompicturecookie]

I really don’t understand why people thought that he was transitioning to a woman. Where did that come from? Just because he wasn’t on social media for a year or two why does that mean you’re transitioning to a woman I just don’t see the connection.

[@MusicOrLoseItTV]

Alcoholism is a hugely promoted in country music... but I'm not allowed to e-say that obvious truth.

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

Right I can't stand, when there's a good song, then the singer sings "drink a beer". We don't all drink alcohol.

[@jrussellcase]

The whole reason I clicked the video is because I thought you were going to say he was transitioning. I guess I'm not the only one who sees it. 😂😂😂😂

[@drjohnsonhungwell5115]

Transitioning to the little princess she always wanted to be

[@lesliebrown5446]

Did ya listen to the story? Lol your name made me laugh. The ones who brag usually have NOTHING to brag about.

[@drjohnsonhungwell5115]

@@lesliebrown5446 I never brag it's my actual name and it's an old Puritan surname dating all the way back to the 1600s and is listed on genealogy blog under First Puritan surnames of Connecticut, I'm originally from the UK and immigrated to the US with my family as a child .

[@MyDyerMaker]

He'd make a cute girl. Hes missing an opportunity there.

[@brianblithe2271]

Never missed and never will miss rascal flatts, sorry but the high almost woman like voice is giving me flashbacks to bad country music on my own radio,

[@user-tv6es5fp4e]

They are the start of country music going to shit

[@shae482]

Started way before their time

[@JUNEBUGLLC]

You know who started it brad Paisley tim McGraw evil libs in sheep's clothing ​@@shae482

[@JUNEBUGLLC]

​@@shae482 any industry clown who pretend to be country is also to blame then these excuse me God awful singers like Kane Brown or Lainey Wilson id rather cut my ears off than listen to that fake country

[@burningdownthehouse365]

Sorry but his music is girly

[@bufordtjustice7015]

What? Who? Joe Don Fruity? OK. Thought that Diva-voiced Celine Dion wanna-be lead singer would be the first out of the closet.

[@rickruch3487]

Joe don i am suffering from depression you. Are my reason for living

[@Zach-bt6ou]

That would explain a lot..

[@staceyroberts3468]

Good for him. Some go their whole life, ruined by alcohol or other substances, and never realize any of this ❤️‍🩹🙏🏼