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Forrest Frank Clarifies Awards Stance, Reconciles With Jelly Roll After Phone Call

Frank says his conviction rules out accepting trophies, with his handling of royalties remaining private.

Overview

  • In a new Instagram video, Frank said he initially stayed quiet to avoid drama but spoke after broader media attention.
  • He told Jelly Roll that royalties legally go to him and any charitable giving will stay confidential, noting he might give 90% or 10% without disclosing specifics.
  • He reaffirmed that he will not attend or accept trophies at major award shows for music he views as from Jesus and for Jesus.
  • Frank said he and Jelly Roll have talked by phone and are on good terms, emphasizing unity and forgiveness.
  • Absent from the GMA Dove Awards, Frank was still named Artist of the Year and won two Pop/Contemporary categories, as industry figures like CeCe Winans, Sadie Robertson Huff and host Tauren Wells weighed in on the broader discussion.