Fans of country superstar Kelsea Ballerini and Outer Banks actor Chase Stokes are still reeling from the shocking news that the couple has split after nearly three years together. 

For many of Ballerini's devoted fans, the breakup came completely out of left field. After all, they were convinced this duo was endgame, and whispers of an engagement in the near future had fans filled with excitement.

The shock is heightened by the timing. Just days before the split was confirmed, Stokes posted a heartfelt birthday tribute to Ballerini on Instagram, calling her "my love" and ending his post with a heart emoji. 

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To fans, it looked like the couple was happy and thriving, making the breakup all the more unexpected. Adding fuel to the speculation, eagle-eyed fans noticed that the singer-songwriter has deleted all pictures of them together from her Instagram, signaling a clear shift in her social media presence.

While neither Ballerini nor Stokes has publicly commented on the split, fans are left piecing together what might have gone wrong in their relationship. Social media is buzzing with questions and theories, as fans dissect every post, comment, and story in search of clues.

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Despite the heartbreak, Ballerini's loyal fanbase hopes the country singer will turn her emotions into art. Fans are already bracing for a new song channeling the pain and heartbreak of this split, something in the vein of her raw, emotional project, Rolling Up The Welcome Mat.

Many are convinced that the next era of Ballerini's music will reveal the story behind her breakup with the award-winning actor, and they're ready to stream it on repeat. For now, the couple remains silent, leaving fans in suspense.