Chase Stokes: Relationship, Health, and Outer Banks Role

Chase Stokes became a household name playing John B on Outer Banks, but lately his personal life — from his on‑again, off‑again relationship with Kelsea Ballerini to lingering questions about his health — has drawn as much attention as his role. Here’s what’s actually known and what remains unverified about Stokes’s relationships and health disclosures as of early 2026.

Age: 32 (born September 16, 1992) · Height: 5’11” (180 cm) · Known for: John B in Outer Banks · Relationship status: On‑and‑off with Kelsea Ballerini (2023–2026; last reported breakup February 2026) · Notable ex: Madelyn Cline

Seven key facts about Chase Stokes:

Are Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini still together?

The short answer: they have been on and off since late 2023. Multiple entertainment outlets have tracked the couple’s ups and downs.

People (celebrity news authority) reported that Ballerini and Stokes were first romantically linked in winter 2023. After roughly two years, they parted ways in September 2025. The Tennessean (Nashville newspaper) broke the news, citing a representative for Ballerini who confirmed the split.

But the separation was short‑lived. ELLE (women’s lifestyle magazine) reported that the pair announced they were back together on New Year’s Eve 2025 after a brief reconciliation. However, that reunion lasted only a few weeks. By early February 2026, People (celebrity news authority) had exclusive word that they had broken up again, with a source describing them as “not dating right now”.

Billboard (music industry publication)’s relationship timeline summarizes the pattern as a “rough patch” in late 2025 that briefly healed then snapped. Cosmopolitan (lifestyle magazine) characterized the whole affair as “messy” during late 2025 and early 2026.

The pattern: Each reconciliation has been brief and private, followed by a swift return to “not dating.” Neither party has given a detailed reason for the instability, though Ballerini hinted on Instagram Stories in December 2025: “Unless it comes from me, it’s not from me” (ELLE).

What condition does Chase Stokes have?

Online fans have long speculated that Stokes may have ADHD, but no official 2025 diagnosis has been confirmed by any primary‑source medical disclosure. The research collected from People (celebrity news authority), Billboard (music industry publication), and The Tennessean (Nashville newspaper) focuses on romance and breakup reporting, not on health disclosures.

Multiple entertainment roundups (e.g., Cosmopolitan (lifestyle magazine)) likewise do not mention a health condition.

Does Chase Stokes have ADHD?

This remains in the “unconfirmed” column. No public statement from Stokes or his representatives has been found addressing ADHD or any other diagnosis. The gap between speculation and verified fact is notable — especially given how quickly other aspects of his private life have been covered.

The catch: Because Stokes has never spoken about it, fans are filling the void with speculation. Anyone reporting an ADHD diagnosis as fact would be misrepresenting the available evidence.

What happened with Chase Stokes and Madelyn Cline?

Stokes and Cline met on the set of Outer Banks and began a relationship in 2020. Their breakup in 2021 was covered by multiple outlets, but the exact reason has never been publicly confirmed by either party.

According to People’s timeline, the couple ended things in 2021 after about a year together. Neither Stokes nor Cline gave a detailed explanation. TMZ reportedly covered the split (according to the research notes, though the specific TMZ article is not directly cited here; the high‑confidence People source covers the timeline).

Did Chase Stokes dump Madelyn Cline?

Reports at the time suggested that Stokes initiated the breakup, but the claim is based on unnamed sources rather than on‑the‑record statements. The gathered research does not include a direct quote from either party confirming who ended things. This remains a topic of fan debate.

What was the reason for Chase and Madelyn’s breakup?

No official reason was given. Tabloids speculated about distance and work schedules, but the uncertainty column in the research notes lists the reason as unclear. Both actors have moved on publicly — Stokes to Ballerini, Cline to other relationships — but neither has addressed the breakup in detail.

Who did Chase Stokes date after Madelyn Cline?

After splitting from Cline in 2021, Stokes was linked to Kelsea Ballerini in winter 2023 (People (celebrity news authority)). He also had brief rumored connections, but none as serious as the Ballerini relationship.

Is Chase Stokes still in love with Madelyn Cline?

There is no evidence to support lingering feelings. Both have appeared comfortable discussing their former co‑star in interviews, but romantic speculation is not backed by any direct statement.

Who is Madelyn Cline currently in a relationship with?

As of early 2026, Cline has not publicly confirmed a new relationship. She has been linked to other actors but keeps her dating life relatively private.

Who is John B’s girlfriend in Outer Banks?

In the Netflix series, John B (played by Chase Stokes) is in a relationship with Sarah Cameron, played by Madelyn Cline. The on‑screen romance began in season 1 and has been a central plot line. Interestingly, their real‑life relationship mirrored the show’s arc for a time — they were a couple off‑screen during the first two seasons.

“Unless it comes from me, it’s not from me.”

— Kelsea Ballerini, via Instagram Stories (December 2025), as reported by ELLE (women’s lifestyle magazine)

A source described the relationship in February 2026 as “not dating right now.”

— Anonymous source, as reported by People (celebrity news authority)

Frequently asked questions

For fans trying to keep up with Chase Stokes, the relationship drama with Kelsea Ballerini is the one area where multiple tier‑2 sources agree. The health question, however, remains a void — and until Stokes himself speaks, that void will be filled by rumor. The takeaway: trust verified breakups, but treat the ADHD speculation as exactly that.