DDG and Halle Bailey have officially announced their separation after two and a half years of dating, as detailed in a recent Instagram statement from DDG. The couple emphasized their ongoing friendship and shared parenting responsibilities amidst their split.

DDG and Halle Bailey Announce Separation After Two and a Half Years Together

Details Surrounding the Couple's Journey

The pair reportedly began dating in January 2022, first being spotted together at an Usher concert in Las Vegas. DDG confirmed their relationship two months later with a now-deleted Instagram birthday tribute to Bailey, where he expressed his admiration for her. In reflecting on their initial date, DDG shared that he invited himself to join Bailey at a movie after what he thought was the end of their evening together at an Ethiopian restaurant.

DDG and Halle Bailey Announce Separation After Two and a Half Years Together

Bailey's Reflections on Their Relationship

Bailey disclosed insights into the early phases of their romance in a conversation with Essence, mentioning how she had admired young Black creators on YouTube, including DDG, before they connected romantically. Their relationship blossomed as they both rose to fame, with Bailey especially highlighting how her experience of profound love influenced her creativity when portraying Ariel in The Little Mermaid. She described this newfound love as transformative, opening her up to a world of emotional depth beyond familial love.

DDG and Halle Bailey Announce Separation After Two and a Half Years Together

Welcoming Their Son Halo

In late 2023, Bailey and DDG celebrated the birth of their son, Halo. Initial rumors of Bailey's pregnancy started circulating in August 2023 when fans noticed signs during DDG's Instagram livestream. Though they attended several events during the pregnancy, neither confirmed the news until they shared an Instagram post revealing their son’s hand holding theirs on January 8, 2024. Bailey expressed her profound joy in motherhood and her deep connection to her baby boy, describing him as an angel and reflecting on the discoveries she has made about herself during this journey.

Family Support and Future Aspirations

Halle's sister, Chloe Bailey, praised her sibling's parenting skills, declaring her to be an exceptional mother. Chloe expressed her affection for Halo, highlighting the strong familial bond and support that surrounds the newly formed family unit.