DDG Announces Split From Halle Bailey, Says They Are ‘Still Best Friends’and went on to explains why being in a relationship at a young age can stop your career growth

The rapper and Bailey welcomed their son, Halo, in late 2023.

DDG and Halle Bailey are going their separate ways. DDG announced that the couple has split with an Instagram Story post on Thursday evening (Oct. 3).

“After much reflection and heartfelt conversations, Halle and I have decided to go our separate ways,” he began. “This 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’ve shared.”

The “Moonwalking in Calabasas” rapper and Halle Bailey went public with their relationship in January 2022. They welcomed a son, Halo, late in 2023 and announced his birth back in January.

DDG and the Little Mermaid star gave the public its first glimpse of Halo when sharing photos of their baby boy in July following a trip to Italy.

Despite the split, DDG maintains that they will remain “best friends” and have plenty of love for one another as they navigate this co-parenting journey.

“Despite the changes in our relationship, our love for each other remains deep and true,” he continued. “We are still best friends and adore each other. As we focus on our individual journeys and our roles as co-parents, we cherish the bond we’ve build and the beautiful moments we’ve shared.”

The couple was swarmed with break-up rumors in April when DDG and Halle Bailey allegedly unfollowed each other on Instagram and took down some of the photos they had together, per Elle.

In the same month, Halle opened up about the “severe” postpartum depression she was experiencing as a mother. “It’s hard for me to be separated from my baby for more than 30 minutes at a time before I start to kind of freak out,” she said on Snapchat. “When I look at him, I cry because of how special he is.”

More recently, DDG and Halle attended Usher’s Past Present Future Tour in Los Angeles together last week.

The 26-year-old and Bailey are requesting fans’ “understanding and support” as they figure out what’s next for themselves. “As we navigate this transition, we ask for your understanding and support,” DDG concluded. “Thank you for your love and encouragement.”