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Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes’ Relationship Timeline
DM Beginnings (Feb 2023):
Kelsea revealed she made the first move by sliding into Chase’s DMs with a simple “hii chase stokes” while she was out drunk with friends at a bar.Red Carpet Debut (April 2023):
They went public as a couple at the CMT Awards, where Ballerini co-hosted — their first official appearance.One-Year Anniversary (January 2024):
They celebrated a full year together with loving tributes on Instagram, with Kelsea calling him her “bestie” and crediting him for inspiring love songs.Album Inspired by Relationship (October 2024):
Kelsea’s album Patterns was revealed to be about “sorting through baggage” with Chase. He also appeared in Kelsea’s First Rodeo music video.Living Together (October 2024):
Ballerini confirmed they had moved in together, showing their relationship had evolved into a serious, committed partnership.