After publicly declaring her separation from her husband, Morgan Evans, in August 2022, kelsea Ballerini has since found a new love.
The 2023 CMT Music Awards host has been dating Outer Banks actor Chase Stokes since December. They will co-host the event on April 2, together with Kane Brown.
First, Kelsea said she and Chase were just “vibing,” but earlier this month, the actor revealed they were dating while appearing on Today. Sheinelle Jones, the show’s co-anchor, had said: “For those of you who don’t know, they’re dating.”
Who is Kelsea Ballerini Dating in 2023?
January 13, 2023
Ah, the original blog post! In a photo dump that included a cute picture of them watching the college football national championship game between the University of Georgia and Texas Christian University, Chase used Instagram to subtly introduce his and Kelsea’s relationship love of football. The entire situation immediately fueled dating speculations.
January 16, 2023
A new day, a different tactful method to handle the relationship rumors on a different social media site. This time, Kelsea was the one to share a mysterious TikTok with a screenshot of her and Chase’s information from the celebrity gossip account DeuxMoi.
“I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know,” the singer began, with a screenshot that insinuated she and the actor were a PR stunt posted behind her.
“Stop reading, stop reading. Stop looking,” she continued. “But what is happening, guys? What? What? What? No, let’s not do this, you know?” “I’m about to break up with the internet 5 sure 😂” was the caption to the video. 👀
January 17, 2023
When he met with TMZ, Chase really addressed the relationship rumors in person. The Outer Banks actor described Kelsea as a “nice kid” and said, “That’s all I’ll say, we’re having a good time.” In-ter-est-ing!
January 29, 2023
At California’s LAX airport, TMZ captured some rather steamy pictures and video of Kelsea and Chase holding hands, kissing, and cuddling. People, look at the pap shots for proof!
February 8, 2023
When asked about the photo he uploaded of himself and Kelsea, Chase responded that they “had just been spending some time together” in an interview with People for the Outer Banks season 3 premiere. “Kelsea is a lovely, lovely girl. She’s great. We’re having a good time,” he added.
However, that VERY SAME DAY, Kelsea reposted a comment by someone who had written “@hichasestokes come get your girl” in another vid with a TikTok showing herself sitting in bed while wearing eye patches and sipping out of a teacup. She smiled to the camera and casually leaned over to reveal what appeared to be Chase’s tattooed arm.
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February 14, 2023
On Valentine’s Day, Kelsea released Rolled Up the Welcome Mat, an EP mainly about her divorce from Morgan Evans. Chase took to his Instagram Stories to congratulate the country singer’s project to show his support. “So proud of you, your heart & your beautiful soul. Congrats kels,” he wrote alongside a v tender pic of himself and Kelsea.
February 22, 2023
Kelsea shared the sneaky manner she and Chase initially struck up a conversation at a Call Her Daddy appearance: a DM slide.
“I was ready to open back up,” the singer confessed to host Alex Cooper. “I just felt, why not? I’ve never really dated; I don’t know how it works. I’m like, ‘Let’s just put ourselves out there; let’s just vibe.’ And it’s been fun.”
The musician claimed that she slipped into Chase’s direct messages when the two started following each other on Instagram. “I’ve never seen his show, but I just knew of him, and I just swan dove right on in… His handle is ‘@hichasestokes,’ and I said, ‘Hi, Chase Stokes.’” S’cute!
Kelsea talked openly about her ex-boyfriend Morgan and how she learned to prioritize her own feelings. “I’m not married to him anymore, and I don’t need to care about his feelings anymore,” she said.
“And I mean that with all the respect in the world, but his journey is not mine anymore. And so, I hope that he is protected from whatever he needs to be protected from seeing. I hope he has people in his life that help him do that, that is not my job.”
February 23, 2023
Season 3 of Outer Banks premiered, and Kelsea kissed Chase as part of Chase’s heartfelt Instagram Story tribute.
On the same day, Kelsea used her Instagram Stories to advertise the upcoming Outer Banks season. We adore a companion that is helpful!
March 2, 2023
While watching the New York Rangers play the Ottawa Senators at Madison Square Garden, the couple enjoyed a romantic date night. The performer and actor even kissed from their seats throughout the occasion. Oop!
March 3, 2023
During an interview on the Today Show, Chase finally *officially* acknowledged his and Kelsea’s relationship status after months of social media posts that made it plain that they were dating. Chase grinned and responded, “Mhm,” formally announcing their relationship when Sheinelle Jones asked him straight up if he was seeing Kelsea Ballerini.
Chase responded like any good S.O. would have done when Jones inquired if he was a fan of Kelsea’s forthcoming SNL appearance and highlighted it. Indeed, who doesn’t like it?
March 4, 2023
The SNL episode on March 4, 2023, featured Kelsea as the musical guest, and she was accompanied by the best support system imaginable: Chase! The two played around and displayed their sillier sides before the vocalist entering the stage:
After the concert, the actor also posted condolences to his partner on his Instagram Stories. In one of the photos, he can be seen grinning next to the singer’s dressing room, which has the comment “Oh sh*t, that was special.”
In addition, Kelsey released a carousel of her and the actor’s cutest photos and some behind-the-scenes footage from the event.
March 7, 2023
With a straightforward Instagram Story, Kelsea disproves accusations that she and Chase are a publicity gimmick.
April 2, 2023
The pictures of Chase and Kelsea on the red carpet at the CMT Awards are priceless: That’s pretty much it for now. Be sure to check back here for updates on the relationship between this adorable new couple.
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