Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes have gone from a flirty Instagram DM to one of the most adored celebrity couples in Hollywood—and yes, as of 2025, they’re still very much together.
The romance between the country music star and the Outer Banks actor has not only stood the test of time but has blossomed into a supportive, love-filled relationship full of sweet public moments, shared achievements, and quiet, cozy quality time. Fans have watched their relationship grow from a fun flirtation to a full-on power couple vibe—and the love doesn’t seem to be fading anytime soon.
From Divorce to a New Beginning
Before she met Chase, Ballerini was navigating a public divorce from Australian country singer Morgan Evans. The two finalized their divorce in November 2022, months after announcing their split that August.
But Kelsea wasn’t down for long. Just a few months later, in January 2023, fans started to notice something brewing between her and Chase Stokes after they were seen together at the College Football Playoff National Championship game in Los Angeles. Stokes posted a cozy photo from the event, sparking dating rumors that quickly caught fire online.
Sliding Into Love
While fans speculated, Kelsea confirmed the budding romance herself just weeks later. On the Call Her Daddy podcast in February 2023, she revealed she made the first move by sliding into Stokes’ DMs. “His handle is ‘hichasestokes’ and I just said, ‘Hi Chase Stokes,'” she laughed, recalling how it all began.
As cute as their story was, Kelsea wasn’t immediately rushing into anything serious. According to sources at the time, their relationship started out flirty and casual. Still, their chemistry was undeniable, and it didn’t take long before they were spotted holding hands in Nashville and spending more time together in public.
A Year of Growing Closer
By February 2023, they were clearly becoming more serious. Chase supported Kelsea’s music, especially her deeply personal six-song EP about her divorce, and even cheered her on during her Saturday Night Live debut.
The pair were spotted at a New York Rangers game in March, holding hands and packing on the PDA before she performed on SNL. Backstage, Kelsea posted playful TikToks with Chase, showing off their fun and affectionate vibe.
The couple started appearing more regularly on each other’s social media pages. Stokes called her “my woman” in Instagram captions, while Kelsea described him as her “teammate.”
Their connection wasn’t just about big moments either. They shared glimpses of quiet dinners on her tour bus and sweet red carpet appearances, including their official debut as a couple at the CMT Music Awards in April 2023.
By late summer and fall of that year, the two were attending events like the Venice Film Festival and the CMA Awards together. They even leaned into couples’ Halloween costumes, dressing up as Danny and Sandy from Grease for Heidi Klum’s annual party.
Year Two: Still Going Strong
In January 2024, they celebrated their one-year anniversary with heartfelt Instagram tributes. Kelsea wrote, “A whole trip around the sun with my bestie,” while Chase added, “One year of lovin you,” showing off a reel of their cutest moments.
Throughout the year, they continued to support each other in their careers. In June 2024, Ballerini gushed over their relationship, sharing a “year and a half lovin the heck outta you” post, while Stokes shared his own beachy tribute full of love and gratitude for their life together.
In September, Ballerini celebrated Stokes’ 32nd birthday with an Instagram carousel filled with sweet snaps and a heartfelt caption: “There’s no one on the planet easier to celebrate.” She called him her favorite human and made it clear how deep her affection runs.
A Private Love in a Public World
Despite their celebrity status, both Ballerini and Stokes seem to prioritize the quieter, more meaningful parts of their relationship. In a January 2025 interview, Ballerini talked about their two-year milestone and the simple pleasures they share: traveling together, cooking meals (especially a perfectly marinated steak), and enjoying downtime with their dogs.
“Two years of catching each other in countless cities, perfecting a chimichurri steak, and creating a world that revolves around dogs,” she wrote on Instagram. “Love you so, teammate.”
Stokes echoed the sentiment in his own post, writing, “2 laps around the sun with you, I love you kb 🤍 (especially when you laugh so hard you wheeze, and 8 am dance routines to your toothbrush).”
Even with packed schedules—Ballerini launching her first arena tour and Stokes promoting his new movie Marked Men—they’ve made time to cheer each other on.
In early 2025, Ballerini posted about how surreal and emotional it felt to begin her tour, and Stokes commented, “So motherf—ing proud of you good lawd. Earned. Earned. Earned.” When Stokes posted about his film release, Ballerini was quick to comment that she was “so proud.”
At the 2025 Grammys, they once again turned heads as they walked the red carpet together. But as glamorous as their life can be, they both seem to enjoy the quieter moments more than the spotlight.
“When we have time off, like we do right now, we’re focused on quietly doing the work,” Ballerini told Byrdie. Their shared love for cozy dinners and quality time at home is proof that their relationship is built on more than just flashy appearances.
So, Are Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes Still Together?
Yes, they are! Two years in, Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes are still very much together—and going strong.
From supportive social media posts to walking hand-in-hand at public events, their bond appears both solid and sweet. Through career highs, tour life, and the everyday ups and downs, this couple has made it clear that they’re in it for the long haul.
Whether it’s dancing in the kitchen, hyping each other up online, or simply being each other’s biggest fans, Ballerini and Stokes have built something real. And if their journey so far is any indication, the best is yet to come.
Their journey has impressed fans, not just because of their red carpet appearances or cute Instagram moments, but because of how real and grounded they seem. Through every career milestone and public appearance, Kelsea and Chase have shown that genuine love and mutual support can still flourish under the spotlight.
