“The Voice” mentor Kelsea Ballerini isn’t just crushing it in country music; she’s also winning in the love department. If you’ve been wondering who’s got this “Miss Me More” singer smiling these days, the answer is: Chase Stokes. Yep, “Outer Banks” heartthrob Chase Stokes.
GettyThe two have been officially (and adorably) linked since early 2023 when Chase posted a photo of them at a football game together (and Kelsea commented on it with “Go vols,” and a see-no-evil monkey emoji). And based on recent red carpet moments and sweet interview tidbits, things are still going strong.
The best part? It all started with a DM. A modern love story if we’ve ever heard one.
The Red Carpet Rewind
It seems like Kelsea and Chase have mastered the art of showing up and showing out – together. At the 2025 Grammys, Ballerini showed up as a nominee (casual flex), and Chase was right there on her arm, hyping her up like a total pro. During a red carpet interview (seen below), he even popped in to talk about how proud he was of her, and fans absolutely ate it up. He also fixed her dress train pre-interview. Seriously, who raised this man? Gold star behavior.
Then there was the 2025 ACM Awards, where they pulled off matching vibes without looking cheesy. Kelsea rocked a sheer, glittery gown while Chase kept it sleek and all-black. Red carpet photographers got plenty of PDA pics, but nothing felt forced. Just two people clearly having fun and supporting each other; no red flags in sight.
GettyMore Than Just Cute Photos
Look, it’s easy to swoon over pretty people holding hands at award shows, but what makes these two really interesting is how real they are. Ballerini opened up to People back in April 2025 about how she and Stokes go to therapy together; not because something’s wrong, but because they want to keep building a strong foundation. Her words? “The sexiest thing ever.” We’re here for it.
And it’s not just Kelsea doing all the gushing. When she sold out Madison Square Garden, Chase couldn’t stop talking about how proud he was (according to a another People interview), saying his “heart exploded.” That kind of support? Unmatched.
They’re not rushing into anything, not putting on a show; they’re just genuinely into each other. Honestly, in a sea of PR couples and “are they or aren’t they” speculation, Kelsea and Chase feel like a refreshing dose of real.
And we’re rooting for them. Hard.
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