Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes appear to have rekindled their romance just weeks after their reported breakup, as the pair were spotted looking cozy together during a trip to Scotland.
The 32-year-old country singer and the 33-year-old Outer Banks actor were photographed smiling as they strolled near Edinburgh Castle, drawing attention from onlookers who said they looked “really happy and smiley.”
“He was very nice. We had a wee chat about how he was having a holiday in Scotland before going to Croatia to film the final season of Outer Banks. They both seemed really happy and smiley,” a source told Us Weekly.
The insider added that the couple, who spent time together at the Cannonball Restaurant & Bar, “seemed like the sweetest people.” They continued, “They were very much loved-up and holding hands at the bar.”
Their outing immediately reignited speculation that the couple had reunited after ending their two-year relationship in September. While neither Ballerini nor Stokes has publicly addressed the reunion rumors, the sighting in Scotland and their subsequent appearance together in Dubrovnik, Croatia, suggest the pair may be giving things another try.
Ballerini, known for hits like “I Quit Drinking” and “Half of My Hometown,” began dating Stokes in early 2023 after her divorce from fellow country singer Morgan Evans. Their romance quickly became public after they appeared together at several red carpet events, including the CMT Music Awards and the Outer Banks Season 3 premiere.
Despite their chemistry, reports surfaced earlier this fall that the pair had quietly split due to scheduling conflicts and long-distance pressures. However, their recent travels hint that the break may have been short-lived.
Fans were quick to notice the photos circulating online, with many expressing excitement over the possibility of a reunion.
Neither Ballerini nor Stokes has commented officially, but insiders say their recent time together abroad suggests they remain close. “They looked comfortable and affectionate, like two people who never really stopped caring for each other,” one source said.
Whether it’s a romantic reboot or simply a friendly getaway, the couple’s latest sightings have reignited curiosity—and hope—among fans who had rooted for their love story from the start.
