Kelsea Ballerini shuts down pregnancy rumors after cancelling concerts due to illness

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Kelsea Ballerini is setting the record straight after recent concert cancellations led to fan speculation.

The 31-year-old country singer took to TikTok on February 7 to shut down rumors that she might be expecting.

Kelsea Ballerini's response to pregnancy rumors

Responding to a comment that read, "Maybe pregnant?!" Ballerini appeared in the video looking visibly congested, wearing eye patches, and placing her phone down before stepping back in frustration.

"Or, maybe it’s the flu," she responded with a sniffle, making it clear that her recent tour postponements were due to sickness rather than pregnancy.

"Yeah. Cool," she added, dismissing the speculation with a touch of sarcasm.

Kelsea Ballerini's concert cancellations due to illness

The pregnancy rumors emerged after Kelsea Ballerini was forced to cancel multiple stops on her Kelsea Ballerini Live Tour due to health issues, according to People.

On February 6, she shared on Instagram Stories that she had to cut her Buffalo, New York, show short because of her condition.

"Buffalo, I am so so sorry that I could not finish the show tonight,” she wrote.

“I am sicker than I am trying to be and I did not want to let anyone down tonight,” she shared.

Despite attempting to push through, she realized she was not able to deliver her usual performance.

"I just got through the first few songs and I couldn't do it. I’m so sorry but I never want to give you a half-a-- show," she continued, promising fans that she will make it up to them once she recovers.

Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes celebrate two years together

While battling illness, Kelsea Ballerini still found time to celebrate a personal milestone, her two-year anniversary with boyfriend Chase Stokes.

The 'Outer Banks' actor and the country star marked the occasion on January 7, with Ballerini sharing heartfelt moments on Instagram.

The post featured snapshots of the couple enjoying beach vacations, relaxing at home, and traveling together, along with their beloved dogs, Dibs and Milo.

One particularly amusing clip showed Stokes cleaning up after the dogs, humorously calling it "purgatory."

Ballerini captioned the post, "Two years of catching each other in countless cities, perfecting a chimichurri steak, and creating a world that revolves around dogs. Love you so, teammate."

What’s next for Kelsea Ballerini?

As she continues to recover, Kelsea Ballerini is committed to returning to the stage for her fans.

She assured her audience that once she’s back to full health, she will deliver the high-energy performances they expect.

“We're gonna lean in and I will see you on that stage. No way I'm letting you down,” said Ballerini.