After years of silence about the deeper story behind one of country music’s most successful duos, Ronnie Dunn, now 71, has finally broken his silence on what really happened inside “Brooks & Dunn” — and fans are shocked by what they’ve learned.
In a rare sit-down interview reflecting on his legacy, Ronnie admitted that the dynamic with Kix Brooks wasn’t always as smooth as it seemed under the spotlight.
“We weren’t best friends offstage,” Ronnie confessed. “But we were magic when the music started.”
While their hits like “Boot Scootin’ Boogie,” “My Maria,” and “Neon Moon” defined an era, Ronnie revealed that behind the scenes, the two men had very different personalities and creative visions — often clashing over artistic direction.
“We had our fights. We walked away from each other more than once. But we always came back… because the music was bigger than either of us.”
What stunned fans most was Ronnie’s emotional admission that, during their 2010 breakup, he thought he’d never speak to Kix again. He even considered quitting music altogether.
“I was burned out. Drained. I thought maybe the ride was over.”
But something unexpected happened: time softened both men. When they reunited for their Las Vegas residency in 2015, it wasn’t just for the fans — it was for healing.
“Kix came to my dressing room before our first show back and said, ‘Let’s not waste this.’ That moment changed everything.”
Today, Ronnie calls Kix not just a former partner, but a brother he grew to respect more deeply after their time apart. He now sees their story not as one of conflict, but of resilience.
At 71, Ronnie Dunn’s honesty gives fans a deeper look at a duo who defined country music for decades — not because they were perfect, but because they stayed true to the sound that brought millions together.