Country star Kelsea Ballerini pauses a concert to call for an end to the hate towards her ex-husband Morgan Evans, urging fans to join her in moving on from the past.
- Feb 27, 2025
AceShowbiz - During a recent stop on her tour at the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, Kelsea Ballerini made headlines after pausing her performance of "Penthouse," a song from her 2023 EP "Rolling Up the Welcome Mat".
The 31-year-old country singer took a moment to address her fans' shouting of expletives towards her former husband, Morgan Evans, letting them know she didn't like such hateful words thrown at her ex.
The incident unfolded while Ballerini was in the middle of singing the bridge of "Penthouse." Video captured by attendees showed Ballerini halting her performance to address the crowd. "Guys, we have to stop saying that, seriously," she said, reminding the audience that she has moved on and that "everything's fine now."
The song "Penthouse" lyrically explores the emotional toll of her divorce from Evans, which was finalized in August 2022 after nearly five years of marriage.
Despite its personal nature, Ballerini emphasized to her fans, "I sing the song for you now. It's not about me anymore." She encouraged everyone in the audience to join her in moving forward, inviting them to sing along with her instead spewing hate.
Ballerini's classy handling of the situation earned praise online. One comment read, "For everyone who doesn't know, people say 'F You, Morgan' during the pause. She has asked multiple times for people to stop. She is healed and wants to move on."
Ballerini herself has made significant strides in moving forward. She is currently in a loving relationship with "Outer Banks" actor Chase Stokes. Going public with their romance in February 2023, the couple has since been seen attending various events together, including the Grammy Awards.
The next stop for Ballerini's tour is the Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, followed by shows across the U.S. and Canada through mid-April. Fans interested in catching her live can find tickets available online and at various ticket outlets.
As Ballerini continues her "Kelsea Ballerini Live On Tour," she remains focused on her music and her future, leaving the past behind where it belongs. Her message to fans is clear: negativity won't be tolerated, and it's time for everyone to move forward together.
