Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini have announced the end of their relationship, just days after Stokes, 32, publicly celebrated Ballerini’s birthday, referring to her as “my love.” The couple decided to part ways after nearly three years together, Kelsea’s representative confirmed to People on Sunday, September 14.
“They’re two adults who gave it their all and tried to do everything they could to make it work, but ultimately couldn’t. It happens,” sources told the outlet, reflecting the couple’s amicable split.
Their romance first sparked public interest in January 2023 when Stokes, best known for Outer Banks, shared a cozy photo of the pair at a college football game. Their relationship quickly became official when they made their red carpet debut at the 2023 CMT Awards in April.
Throughout their time together, Ballerini and Stokes were open about the challenges of balancing demanding careers with a long-distance relationship. Earlier this year, Kelsea candidly discussed attending therapy with Chase, highlighting the work they put into maintaining a strong connection despite busy schedules.
Fans witnessed the pair navigating the ups and downs of two high-profile careers, often commenting on the effort required to align personal lives with professional commitments. Over the years, they were transparent about the reality of differing schedules, frequent travel, and the challenges that come with fame.
