Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini have recently been at the center of breakup speculation, and amid swirling rumors, Ballerini took to social media to address fans directly. On December 1, 2025, during an Instagram Q&A session, a fan asked her how she was doing. She responded that she was “in a steady and happy place right now,” and expressed excitement over her upcoming Australian tour and the approaching holiday season.
In that same conversation, Ballerini made an earnest plea for privacy. She wrote, “If I had one favor, it would be honoring that I’m trying to make my personal life personal for now. Unless it comes from me, it’s not from me. And that is really important in protecting my peace right now.”
The request arrives shortly after her ex-partner, Chase Stokes, shared cryptic posts on social media seemingly indicating their relationship had ended — including a message saying, “Don’t believe the media. I’m blocked, I did nothing wrong.”
Despite the rumors and public attention, Ballerini said she is prioritizing her mental well-being and asking fans not to indulge speculation or gossip. She also gave a brief update on her dog’s health — the pet, who’s been battling cancer, is “hanging tough,” she said, and will be cared for while she tours.
