Kelsea Ballerini on New York City Move After Chase Stokes Breakup Kelsea Ballerini revealed she is temporarily relocating to New York City, clarifying her move from Nashville is not permanent. The country singer, 32, shared her decision during an exclusive interview with E! News’ Erin Lim Rhodes at the 2026 Fashion Trust U.S. Awards in Los Angeles on April 7. “I'm not permanently moving,” she said, adding she is staying in the city through the summer. Ballerini emphasized the experience has been a chance to “discover” herself and “start fresh” after her split from actor Chase Stokes. The pair’s relationship, which began in late 2022, ended definitively in February 2024. Ballerini confirmed their breakup in September 2023 after three years together, though they briefly rekindled their romance in December 2023. Despite appearing to be in a strong relationship at the 2026 Grammys in February, they went their separate ways a week later. Ballerini reflected on the emotional journey, sharing a message on her Instagram Story in February: “This year asked you to shed layers you didn’t even realize you were still carrying. It brought endings you didn’t expect, lessons you didn’t ask for, and moments that tested your patience, strength, and faith. But look at you. You’re still here. Wiser. Stronger. More aware of who you are and what you deserve.” Ballerini’s move to New York City coincided with her efforts to focus on personal growth and creative projects. She described the city as a source of “resurgence of energy” and shared plans to explore its culture, including a quest for “the best spicy rigatoni.” While the pasta search was her primary focus, she acknowledged the break from Chase had provided a necessary respite. Their relationship timeline began with a serendipitous moment in December 2022.#new_york_city #fashion_trust_us_awards #e_news #kelsea_ballerini #chase_stokes
Craig Conover Sparks Dating Rumors With Kelsea Ballerini Amid Filming on Southern Charm Craig Conover, a cast member of Bravo’s Southern Charm, has become the center of renewed dating speculation after rumors surfaced that he is romantically involved with country singer Kelsea Ballerini. The alleged relationship, which emerged during the filming of the show’s upcoming 12th season, has sparked widespread discussion among fans and media outlets. The rumors trace back to a charity auction event in 2014, when Ballerini, then 22, won a date with Conover, 37, during the second season of the reality series. However, she later forfeited the date, a detail that has since been cited in recent reports. The latest rumors gained traction after a report from Deuxmoi on April 13 claimed that Conover is dating someone “from his past,” though the outlet did not explicitly name Ballerini. The article suggested that the relationship could create drama, noting that the woman in question’s ex-partner is reportedly “spiraling” over the news. However, Deuxmoi emphasized that the details remain unconfirmed. Hours later, Your Moms Are Watching, a popular celebrity gossip outlet, took to Instagram to confirm the rumors, stating, “I have it on good authority that Craig Conover is dating Kelsea Ballerini!” The post also referenced Ballerini’s 2014 auction win, which she later forfeited, and framed the situation as her finally “getting her money’s worth.” Ballerini, 32, has had a well-documented history of high-profile relationships. After her initial date with Conover, she married country singer Morgan Evans, 40, in 2016. The couple divorced in 2021, and Ballerini later dated actor Chase Stokes, 33, from 2021 to 2023. Her relationship with Stokes ended amid a public feud with Evans, who accused Stokes of infidelity.#craig_conover #kelsea_ballerini #southern_charm #deuxmoi #your_moms_are_watching
