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Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes are proving that love and creativity make a powerful duo.

The country star, 31, recently opened up to People about how much the Outer Banks actor, 32, has impacted her life and career. “He’s been such a big, beautiful part of my life for almost two years now,” Ballerini shared, reflecting on their relationship that began in early 2023.

Ballerini revealed that Stokes has also been an unexpected source of inspiration for her music, something that brings her immense pride. “I’m really proud of the art that he’s inspired,” she said, acknowledging how their connection has not only enriched her personal life but also her creative process.

But the admiration goes both ways. The “Love Me Like You Mean It” singer is equally impressed by Stokes' dedication to his acting career. “I’m really proud to be with someone who’s a truth-teller in his own art too,” Ballerini explained. The couple's mutual respect for each other’s work has been a cornerstone of their relationship, which they’ve embraced openly.

Stokes himself has been vocal about how much Ballerini means to him, often gushing about her both privately and publicly. During an appearance on Today, he expressed, "When you find somebody who’s not just somebody you love and adore, but is also your best friend, you’ve kind of got the best of both worlds."

Their journey together has been marked by both romance and serendipity, with Stokes recently recalling a funny moment when his mom unknowingly played Ballerini’s music at home.

Their connection is clearly more than just a celebrity love story — it's a relationship built on creativity, honesty, and mutual admiration, two years and counting.