Ballerini and Stokes Split for Third Time

Country singer Kelsea Ballerini and actor Chase Stokes have ended their relationship for the third time, sources close to the couple confirmed this week. The split, which occurred in early February 2026, marks the latest chapter in their on-again, off-again romance that began in 2023.

According to insiders, Ballerini, 32, is handling the breakup better than in previous separations and appears ready to move forward without reconciliation. Stokes, 33, known for his role in the Netflix series Outer Banks, remains hopeful about salvaging the relationship, though Ballerini has signaled finality by unfollowing him on Instagram on February 6. The actor continues to follow her on the platform. Representatives for both have not commented publicly on the development.

The couple's history dates back to January 2023, when they were first spotted together at the College Football Playoff National Championship in Los Angeles. Their connection started after Ballerini reached out to Stokes via direct message, a detail she later described as a rom-com moment. It was Ballerini's first public relationship following her 2022 divorce from country artist Morgan Evans. The pair moved in together the...