DDG Announces Split from Girlfriend Halle Bailey: 'The Best Path Forward for Both of Us'

Mar. 15, 2025

Halle Bailey and DDG in Los Angeles in February 2024.Photo:Leon Bennett/Getty Images

Leon Bennett/Getty Images

Halle BaileyandDDGhave split, the social media star announced.

In a statement shared to hisInstagram Storieson Thursday, Oct. 3, DDG, 26, wrote, “Dear friends and supporters, After much reflection and heartfelt conversations, Halle and I have decided to go our separate ways. The decision was not easy, but we believe it’s the best path forward for both of us. I cherish the time we’ve spent together and the love we shared.”

“Despite the changes in our relationship, our love for each other remains deep and true. We are still best friends and adore each other,” DDG, born Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., continued.

Halle Bailey and DDG attend the Glamour Women of the Year Awards on October 2023 in London.Karwai Tang/WireImage

Karwai Tang/WireImage

The pair, who were first romantically linked in January 2022,welcomedsonHaloin late 2023.

DDG said that moving forward, he andThe Little Mermaidstar, 24, will “focus on our individual journeys and our roles as co-parents,” as they “cherish the bond we’ve built and the beautiful moments we’ve shared.”

He then asked fans for “understanding and support” as they “navigate this transition.”

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DDG announces Halle Bailey split.DDG/Instagram

DDG/Instagram

“Thank you for your love and encouragement – DDG,” he concluded.

In August 2022, shortly after going public with their romance, Bailey said she was"for sure" in lovewith the “I’m Geekin” rapper.

She continued, “I completely forgot about him. But then I saw that he was dropping music, and I really gravitated toward this one song. Coincidentally he messaged me — and the rest is history.”

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As of publication, Bailey has not publicly spoken out about the breakup.

PEOPLE reached out to reps for Bailey and DDG for comment.

source: people.com