Kelsea Ballerini misses Chase Stokes for 2026 ACM Awards

Kelsey Ballerini Call for the right to have the red carpet all to yourself.

During attendance 2026 ACM Awards Ballerini, 32, stepped out alone at the MGM Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 17, after attending several public gatherings with her ex-boyfriend Chase Stokes.

The country music star wowed fashion lovers with her flowing Roberto Cavalli dress, which included a short train. She completed her look with curls and hairpins that matched the design of her dress.

It will be a special night for Ballerini, with whom she is once again nominated for Female Entertainer of the Year. Ella Langley, Megan Maroney, Lenny Wilson and Miranda Lambert.

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While some fans remain focused on her music and career, others can’t help but be curious about Ballerini’s dating life.

A few days before the ACM Awards ceremony, double self Ballerini and Stokes, 33, were seen walking in New York City. The two were also seen spending time together in New York in April.

Despite the existence of Hangouts, there are sources Shared exclusively and us weekly The two are no longer together.

A source explained: “There was always a sense of unfinished business and both parties found it difficult to completely close the door on the relationship.” us. “Chase came to New York to fulfill a separate commitment and invited her to meet. They knew there was a chance they would be met, but agreed because they are now on good terms.”

Ballerini and Stokes The first to spark romance rumors January 2023, when Outer Banks The actor posted a photo cozying up to the country singer.

Since then, the couple has had an on-again, off-again relationship. (us It was revealed in February that They’ve broken up for at least the third time.)

Relationships aside, Ballerini seems to be working on being the best version of herself as she calls New York City her new home.

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“I love this chapter of my life because I really feel like I’m really consciously connected to myself.” she said exist Today with Jenna and Shinelle April. “Also, being off the road now. This is the first time in a while that I haven’t been on tour, going to new places, making new friends. I just haven’t had the time to invest in myself like this in a while.”

While Ballerini’s summer schedule may be more open than usual, she’s still looking for ways to connect with her fans.

She will perform at the Barefoot Country Music Festival in New Jersey this June before headlining the 2026 DICK’S Open concert at En-Joie Golf Course in New York on Friday, June 26.