Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes celebrated New Year’s Eve together, further solidifying their relationship as they head into 2025. The couple shared intimate photos on social media, offering fans a glimpse into their holiday celebration.
Stokes, star of the hit Netflix series Outer Banks, posted a picture on Instagram on December 31st showing the two embracing. In the photo, Ballerini affectionately wraps her arm around Stokes, resting her chin on his shoulder as he smiles. Stokes captioned the picture with a simple farewell to 2024: “2024 thanks for being done.”
Ballerini echoed the sentiment on her own Instagram the following day, sharing a sunset photo of the couple. Her caption expressed gratitude for another year: “Grateful to be on this floating rock for another year.” This latest public display of affection follows several other instances where the pair have shared moments from their relationship with fans.
In November 2024, Ballerini documented her Thanksgiving celebration on Instagram, which included Stokes. The photos showcased a cozy gathering with friends, family, and even her dog, Dibs. One photo captured Stokes embracing Ballerini from behind as she proudly displayed her first-ever Thanksgiving turkey.
Ballerini has also spoken publicly about Stokes in recent interviews. During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, she recounted a heartwarming story about witnessing Stokes’ kindness towards a fan two years before they began dating. Ballerini described observing Stokes patiently interacting with an excited fan on an early morning flight, leaving a lasting impression on her.
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“I was on a flight, it was like a 5 a.m.-er… I was getting ready to fall asleep and there was this young girl who came up to the person sitting behind me and was just, like, freaking out, like fangirling,” Ballerini recalled. “And I heard him be so lovely to her and give her so much time and attention and intention at, like, 5 a.m.”
This anecdote further highlights the character of Stokes, who also starred in Ballerini’s music video for “First Rodeo.” Stokes described his participation in the video as a “no brainer,” demonstrating his support for his girlfriend’s career.
In October 2024, Ballerini confirmed that she and Stokes had moved in together, a detail she also alluded to in her song “Baggage” from her fifth studio album, Patterns. The couple, who officially started dating in January 2023, continue to share milestones in their relationship with the public, solidifying their status as a prominent celebrity couple. As they embark on 2025, their relationship appears stronger than ever.
