Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes, who first sparked romance rumors in January 2023, have ended their relationship after nearly three years together, a representative for Ballerini confirmed to People on September 14, 2025.

The Outer Banks actor and the “Yeah Boy” singer are no longer a couple, marking the end of a romance that began with a bold late-night DM. E! News has reached out to representatives for both stars but has not yet received a response.

The breakup news comes just days after Stokes posted a heartfelt birthday tribute to Ballerini on her 32nd birthday. “Although you keep saying you’re not excited for 32, I’d say I’m lookin’ forward to more of this,” he wrote on Instagram on September 12, sharing photos of the couple. “Happy birthday my love.”

Despite recent breakup rumors, the pair had not directly addressed the speculation. In early August, Stokes seemed to subtly counter the chatter by posting a photo of Ballerini’s dog, Dibs, on social media.

Last year, Ballerini—who was previously married to Morgan Evans from 2017 to 2022—opened up about her future with Stokes. “I would never say never to anything,” she told E! News cohost Keltie Knight in October 2024. “Anything I’ve said a hard no to, I’ve come back and challenged myself on.” At the time, she emphasized her contentment, saying, “I’m happy, and everything is as it should be.”

Their relationship inspired much of Ballerini’s album PATTERNS. “We’ve both learned a lot from it,” she said. “We’ve challenged each other to be better partners and better people. We’re proper teammates now. When I go home to home base, it’s right, it’s safe, and it makes you feel powerful.”

A Look Back at Their Love Story

December 2022: The First Move

Ballerini made the first move, sliding into Stokes’ DMs at 1:30 a.m. on December 1, 2022, while out with friends. They met in person on January 7, 2023, which Ballerini considers their anniversary. “He hopped out of his Bronco, grabbed my face, kissed me, and said, ‘Thank God you’re real,’” she recalled on Call Her Daddy in November 2023.

January 2023: Sparks Fly

Romance rumors swirled after the pair was spotted cozy at a football game. Ballerini later shared a TikTok clip of herself prepping for their first official date, set to her song “How Do I Do This.” Nervously checking her outfit, she said, “He’s picking me up, we’re going to a sushi place. I can do this. It’s just a date—you eat food and talk about things.”

February 2023: Instagram Official

Stokes shared a PDA-filled photo of the couple, confirming their romance.

April 2023: Red Carpet Romance

The duo made their official debut as a couple at the CMT Music Awards, later attending the Shucked Broadway premiere party together.

May 2023: Hometown Vibes

Stokes joined Ballerini in her hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee, for a special visit.

July 2023: Sweet Surprises

The couple shared adorable moments, including Stokes surprising Ballerini at the airport and a PDA-filled appearance at Armani Beauty’s ACQUA DI GIO event in Malibu.

August 2023: Summer Love

Spotted on a date night in NYC, where Ballerini performed on TODAY, she gushed, “It’s nice to feel so supported and seen. He’s such a wonderful human being.” They also attended a Venice Film Festival event, sharing snaps from a cooking class and beach days.

September 2023: Birthday Bliss

The couple celebrated Ballerini’s 30th birthday and Stokes’ 31st at the MTV VMAs, where they shared a kiss on the red carpet. Stokes posted, “Dirty 30 looks pretty damn good on you ballerini. I love you.”

November 2023: CMA Awards and Candid Moments

At the CMA Awards, Ballerini planted a kiss on Stokes’ cheek. On Call Her Daddy, she shared insights into their intimate connection, noting, “I didn’t understand how sex could be a real connector in a relationship before. Now I realize it’s a connector for people.”

January 2024: Anniversary Celebrations

Marking their first year together, Stokes wrote, “One year of lovin you,” while Ballerini posted, “A whole trip around the sun with my bestie. Thanks for making me write love songs.”

September 2024: Final Red Carpet

Ballerini supported Stokes at the premiere of his Netflix film Uglies, their last public appearance as a couple.

September 2025: The End

After nearly three years of love, teamwork, and shared adventures, Ballerini and Stokes have gone their separate ways.