Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini split after nearly three years together

Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes have broken up after nearly three years together, their reps confirm exclusively.

Country star Kelsea Ballerini and Outer Banks actor Chase Stokes have officially broken up after nearly three years of dating.

A representative for Ballerini confirmed the news on Sunday, with sources close to the couple saying the pair “gave it their all” but ultimately could not make the relationship work.

Ballerini, 32, and Stokes, 32, first sparked romance rumors in January 2023 when the actor posted a photo of them together at a Georgia vs. TCU football game. They made their red carpet debut a few months later at the 2023 CMT Awards, publicly confirming their relationship.

Throughout their time together, both stars spoke openly about balancing their careers with maintaining their relationship. In a 2024 interview, Stokes emphasized the effort they put in, noting they never went more than three weeks without seeing each other despite busy schedules. Ballerini also reflected on how her relationship with Stokes influenced her 2024 album Patterns, describing it as an exploration of love, healing, and vulnerability.

Despite public displays of affection, including birthday tributes on social media, the couple’s relationship has now come to an end. Insiders stressed that the split was amicable and not the result of any dramatic fallout.

The breakup marks another turning point in Ballerini’s personal journey, as she continues to balance her thriving country music career with her evolving approach to love and relationships. For Stokes, the end of the relationship comes as he remains one of Netflix’s most recognizable stars.