It all began in January 2022 when Halle Bailey and DDG were spotted together at an Usher concert. Rumors about their relationship spread like wildfire, which ignited widespread speculation. In less than three years there have been quite a few ups and downs for the former couple. The timeline of the DDG and Halle Bailey drama over the years is sad to analyze, considering how young they both are (DDG, 27; Halle Bailey, 25).
DDG and Halle Bailey drama over the years
By March 2022, DDG fueled the rumors that the couple were dating by posting a heartfelt birthday tribute to Halle on social media. Their relationship became more public in June 2022 when they made their red carpet debut at the BET Awards.
Over time, the relationship between the Disney star and the rapper was seen as both enviable and admirable. Clips of their romantic moments circulated on social media, becoming a topic of discussion among fans.
However, amidst the roses and petals, drama and negativity were not absent from their romantic journey.
In February 2023, tensions arose when DDG tweeted:
“All these girls the same … ain’t no wayy.”
This sparked controversy, especially after fans noticed that both unfollowed each other on Instagram. The situation intensified when Halle’s sister, Ski, defended her, and DDG’s ex, Rubi Rose, tweeted:
“Having ur b***h wear my clothes is crazy lol.”
Bailey’s fans came to her defense, leading Rubi to clarify in a follow-up tweet that she respects Halle but considers DDG a “weirdo.”
DDG and Halle later addressed the situation and affirmed their commitment to each other.
Nevertheless , in July 2023, DDG released the track “Famous,” which many interpreted as expressing his insecurities about Halle’s acting career, particularly her role in The Little Mermaid.
The “Famous” lyrics go like this:
“Filmin’ a movie now you kissing dudes / You know I love you a lot / I don’t give a fk if that st for promo / I don’t wanna see this s**t no more.”
The song sparked backlash and criticism, accusing DDG of publicly shaming Halle. DDG later dismissed the criticism, stating that the song was an artistic expression not meant to be taken literally.
Halle Bailey Pregnancy
Another rumor circulated about the couple around November 2023. This time it was about Halle being pregnant.
Some fans expressed concern, questioning whether DDG deserved the honor of fatherhood. Others saw it as a sign of their deepening relationship.
By January 2024, the couple confirmed the birth of their son, Halo, sharing the news on social media.
Despite the arrival of Halo, the fate of the relationship was still set for doom. In April 2024, fans noticed that the couple had unfollowed each other on social media once again, sparking breakup rumors. By October 2024, the fears were confirmed.
#FreeHalo
We are in 2025 and the situation has not gotten better, instead it escalated. Earlier this year, DDG publicly expressed his desire to see his son, Halo, during a Twitch livestream.
This implied that Halle was preventing him from doing so. The result? The creation of the “#FreeHalo” hashtag by his followers.
Halle Bailey Abuse Allegations
Halle Bailey’s frustration has continued to grow since then. Fans of DDG have been attacking her on social media because of things he has mentioned on his streams. Turns out those aren’t the only attacks she’s been dealing with.
Halle recently filed for a temporary restraining order against DDG, alleging multiple incidents of physical abuse, including an incident in January 2025 where he allegedly slammed her face into a steering wheel and chipping her tooth.
She’s also accused him of unlawfully entering her home and sending threatening messages. The court granted a temporary restraining order, requiring DDG to stay at least 100 yards away from Halle and their son until a hearing, which has been scheduled for June 6, 2025.
