Achy breaky heart! Some of country music’s greatest songs are about heartbreak — and the relationships that inspired them can be just as dramatic.
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As Kelsea Ballerini continues to discuss her bitter divorce from fellow country music star Morgan Evans, she’s now opening up about the physical toll of the split.
In a new interview with the New York Times, Ballerini reveals that stress from the situation led her hair to fall out.
“I lost so much hair last year… just stress,” she explained, responding to the interviewer’s comment about her lengthy locks.
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“It’s growing back, in, like, little sprouts,” Ballerini continued.
“It’s a whole thing,” she added, explaining she’s been relying on hair extensions.
During the interview, Ballerini also addressed why she’s chosen to speak publicly about her failed marriage, and the circumstances leading to the divorce.
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“I don’t want to lose the openness that I’ve always tried to have,” she explained.
Achy breaky heart! Some of country music’s greatest songs are about heartbreak — and the relationships that inspired them can be just as dramatic.
slain at the Nashville Covenant School shooting last Monday and recounted her own experience of being in a school shooting in Knoxville, Tennessee.“The community of sorrow over this and the 130 mass shootings in the U.S. this year alone stretches from coast to coast,” the 29-year-old singer said.“I wanted to personally stand up here and share this moment because on Aug.
Chase Stokes showed that he was a true fan of his girlfriend.
Chase Stokes was one proud boyfriend during Sunday night’s 2023 CMT Music Awards.
Chase Stokes couldn't help but fanboy during girlfriend Kelsea Ballerini's CMT Music Awards performance. The 30-year-old star was spotted dancing and singing along to Ballerini's «If You Go Down (I'm Goin' Down Too)» during Sunday's awards ceremony. In a video shared on Instagram by CMT, Stokes was all smiles while lip syncing and shaking his hips to the beat.
Kelsea Ballerini made her feelings about the Tennessee drag ban known during her performance at the 2023 CMT Music Awards Sunday.Ballerini, who also served as the night's co-host, transported the audience backyard barbecue in the '60s, where she was surrounded by a bevy of drag queens while belting out her hit, «If You Go Down (I'm Goin' Down Too).»The group served as Ballerini's backup dancers, while the singer sang and strummed along on a pink guitar. After throwing her long, green coat to the side, Ballerini showed off a yellow two-piece, which she strutted her stuff in while the drag queens followed behind — all dressed in their best '60s-inspired wears.The performance ended with a flutter of confetti that was illuminated with rainbow stage lights, which made Ballerini's stance loud and clear.ET spoke to the drag queens — Kennedy Davenport, Manila Luzon, Jan Sport and Oliva Lux — that performed alongside the «Penthouse» singer, who shared the importance of taking the stage with Ballerini.«Just like all these amazing country music artists, we drag queens are also artists.
Kelsea Ballerini opened the 2023 CMT Music Awards with a call to action regarding last week's shooting in Nashville, Tennessee, also telling audiences she is the survivor of a 2008 school shooting in the same state. «On March 27, 2023, three 9-year-olds -- Evelyn Dieckhaus, William Kinney and Hallie Scruggs -- along with Dr. Katherine Koonce, Cynthia Peak and Mike Hill walked into Covenant School and didn't walk out,» Ballerini began the CMT broadcast.«The community of sorrow over this and the 130 mass shootings in the U.S.
Kane Brown and Kelsea Ballerini celebrated the women of country music at the 2023 CMT Music Awards!In their opening monologue, the co-hosts took the time to highlight the biggest female stars in the room. «Shania Twain is in the building,» Brown said. «My queen!» Ballerini said. «Honestly it really is my dream lineup.
A major milestone! Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes were all smiles during their red carpet debut at the 2023 CMT Music Awards on Sunday, April 2.
Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes made their adorable red carpet debut! On Sunday, the «Window With a View» singer and the star arrived together at the 2023 CMT Awards — marking their first major public appearance as a couple. Ballerini, who is co-hosting the ceremony alongside Kane Brown — wore a body-hugging corseted dress with pointed heels. It's possible that this isn't the only outfit the 29-year-old musician will wear this evening. Ballerini and Stokes have been linked since January, and she later confirmed their romance on the podcast.
reunion of sorts at the 2023 CMT Music Awards. Co-host Kelsea Ballerini revealed exclusively to ET that she's going to have a special guest introducing her performance come April 2: Travis Kelce! «He is coming in from itself and coming to introduce my performance, which I'm very excited about,» she said. «Anything else is a surprise.»As fans knows, she and the 2023 Super Bowl champion recently served as the musical guest and host for the March 4 episode of . But what will the country star be serenading the crowd with? Ballerini confirmed she'll be performing «If You Go Down (I'm Goin' Down Too)» off of her newly released fourth studio album, . «It's a song all about friendship and camaraderie,» she explained to ET, «and the people in your life that you just will stand up for and kind of your ride or dies.»As for her co-host, Kane Brown, he'll be doing something he's never done at the CMT Music Awards before -- singing with his wife, Katelyn. The two are set to perform their chart-topping duet, «Thank God,» which is also nominated for two awards, including Video of the Year. «I think she’s excited,» Brown said.
Real talk. Kelsea Ballerini revealed how her divorce from Morgan Evans affected her physical appearance — and detailed the not-so-glamourous side of hair extensions.
Kelsea Ballerini evidently didn't want to get blindsided. So, in the middle of her sold-out concert in Detroit, Michigan, the «Peter Pan» singer asked fans about another concert going on nearly 2,000 miles away, and she just about Taylor Swift's setlist for her Eras Tour.In video uploaded Friday on TikTok, Ballerini can be seen onstage wearing a gold shimmery dress while holding on to her guitar.
Finding his fresh start. Morgan Evans released a new song reflecting on big life changes in the wake of his divorce from Kelsea Ballerini.
2023 CMT Music Awards!The first round of performers for the upcoming awards show was announced on Tuesday and includes stars like Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, co-host Kelsea Ballerini and more.The names join previously announced performers Carrie Underwood and co-host Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn Brown. A Video of the Year nominee, Shelton recently spoke with ET about why he thinks the CMT Music Awards «means more» than your typical awards show — and it boils down to the fans.«Our industry, there’s so many under-the-table political things going on, it’s always nice to win any award, but when you know for sure [that] fans took the time and they voted for you, then that means the world.»«I love being able to be a part of a show like that because I just feel like they have more credibility to me,» he added.
2023 CMT Music Awards!The first round of performers for the upcoming awards show was announced on Tuesday and includes stars like Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, co-host Kelsea Ballerini and more.The names join previously announced performers Carrie Underwood and co-host Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn Brown. A Video of the Year nominee, Shelton recently spoke with ET about why he thinks the CMT Music Awards «means more» than your typical awards show — and it boils down to the fans.«Our industry, there’s so many under-the-table political things going on, it’s always nice to win any award, but when you know for sure [that] fans took the time and they voted for you, then that means the world.»«I love being able to be a part of a show like that because I just feel like they have more credibility to me,» he added.
Kelsea Ballerini is clapping back at rumors. Amid the 29-year-old singer's romance with Chase Stokes, she took to her Instagram story to deny that their relationship is a PR stunt.In the pic, which Stokes first posted, Ballerini sits on the 30-year-old star's lap as he adjusts the strap on her dress.«idk seems staged.
Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini had a weekend full of romance and celebration in New York City!The star was on hand in the Big Apple to support Ballerini, 29, as she made her debut. Over the weekend, Stokes, 30, shared a series of pictures celebrating his girlfriend's milestone moment, which included her performing a new version of «Blindsided» and «Penthouse» on. Following her performances, Stokes took to his Instagram Story to share a few sweet snaps. In an image of him taking a smiling selfie with Ballerini's name marker outside of her green room, Stokes gushed about his love.«Well s**t.
Kelsea Ballerini is heading right back to the road for 18 more shows.From March 6 through July 1, the country star will travel all over the country as part of her ongoing ‘Heartfirst Tour.’The tour, which began in late 2022, had to be extended to the spring and summer due to overwhelming demand.Soon after, concerts began selling out.“WELL THIS ESCALATED QUICKLY,” Ballerini gushed on Instagram. “As if i couldn’t have been more excited to get back on the road…you’re selling these out already?! ok brb going to make the show extra special now.”This time around, she’ll be hitting the northeast when she stops into Atlantic City’s Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on March 17.And if you need last-minute tickets, they’re surprisingly still available — even for the sold-out shows.Some can even be scooped up for as low as $55 before fees on Vivid Seats.Want to find the show closest to you? Or would you like to see Ballerini open for Kenny Chesney on his upcoming “I Go Back Tour?”Keep reading.
Kelsea Ballerini made her “Saturday Night Live” musical guest debut with what appeared to be a slight dig at ex Morgan Evans.