Kelsea Ballerini is one of the most sought-after country music artists right now. Her recently-released new album primarily talks about her experience throughout the grueling divorce she had with Morgan Evans.
Since her divorce, she has been linked with "Outer Banks" star Chase Stokes. Since then, it was merely speculation, but now, the couple has finally made it red-carpet official as they finally (and publicly confirmed) that they are really a couple at the 2023 CMT Music Awards!
Kelsea Ballerini, Chase Stokes Relationship Timeline
Coming off from a five-year marriage with Australian country music singer Morgan Evans, Kelsea Ballerini hopped into the love train almost immediately after getting off a grueling marriage.
Post-divorce, Ballerini released an EP chronicling her divorce from Evans. Shortly after, rumors of her being linked with Chase Stokes came about.
Stokes, known for his roles in Netflix's "Outer Banks," "The Beach House," and "Daytime Divas," has been commenting on various photos of Ballerini on Instagram.
According to Us Weekly, the first recorded interaction that the couple has uploaded on social media was Stokes uploading a cozy snap of the two of them together watching the 2023 College Football Playoff National Championship in Los Angeles.
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In that same month, Stokes seemingly confirmed to TMZ that they were "having a good time" together as they were also spotted hanging out in a Nashville bar.
Although some have confirmed that they were not dating, it was evident that the two were flirting. Ballerini and Stoke's relationship seemed to have blossomed as, in February 2023, Stokes became more public with his admiration of Ballerini as he kept on commenting on her Instagram account.
Weeks after, Ballerini confirmed that she was not single and became more public in spending time with each other. The two have been more upfront with their relationship despite not confirming it publicly.
At the 2023 CMT Music Awards, the couple finally made it red-carpet official!
Who is Chase Stokes?
Born in Annapolis, Maryland, James Alexander Chase Stokes is prominently known for his lead role as John Booker Routledge (John B) in "Outer Banks." He has also gained small roles in other shows like "Stranger Things," and "Tell Me Your Secrets."
He was born in September 1992, while Ballerini was born in the same month, four days and a year later.
Chase Stokes Net Worth
According to Pop Buzz and Style Caster, Chase Stokes Net Worth is estimated to be around $650,000 - making him the second richest cast member of "Outer Banks." Madelyn Cline, his ex-girlfriend, is the richest among the particularly newbie cast.
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