The quick answer is no, rising NASCAR superstar Chase Elliott is not married as of 2024. But with his family racing pedigree, heartthrob looks and standout stats, fans are always interested in Chase‘s relationship status.
Let‘s first look at Chase Elliott‘s background to understand how racing is ingrained in his DNA. Then we‘ll explore his budding romance and staunch desire for privacy away from the track.
Born Into Racing Royalty
Chase‘s father Bill Elliott is a household name in NASCAR – the 1988 Winston Cup champion with 44 career Cup wins. He‘s known for his incredible decades-long career driving the iconic #9 car.
Chase‘s grandfather George Elliott was also a competitive racer in NASCAR‘s early days in the 1950s-60s. Though George never won a NASCAR title, he passed on the racing bug to his son Bill.
So racing is truly in Chase Elliott‘s blood.
"Chase grew up at the racetrack watching his dad compete. He was obsessed with racing from the time he was just a toddler," notes Jayski NASCAR blogger Jay Adamcyzk.
Chase watched his father compete in hundreds of races as a kid, honing his own driving skills in junior leagues from age 13. It was soon clear Chase had that natural talent and sharp racing instincts of his own.
In fact, when 16-year-old Chase started entering NASCAR events, Bill Elliott could see firsthand his son‘s advanced abilities.
“I’ve watched a lot of drivers, and he can do things with a race car that are just phenomenal. It’s amazing to watch,” Bill told the Associated Press in 2011.
Growing up in the small town of Dawsonville, Georgia provided a humble upbringing for Chase away from the limelight. His mother Lisa was an accountant.
Though racing success came early, Chase has remained remarkably down-to-earth. He still resides in Dawsonville near his parents‘ home.
Conquering NASCAR with Precocious Talent
At just 18 years old, Chase won his first NASCAR Xfinity Series championship in 2014 – the youngest champion in that series‘ history. Right out of the gate, Chase proved he was the real deal.
By age 24 in 2020, Chase already added the top prize – the NASCAR Cup Series Championship. He‘s the 3rd youngest racer ever to win it all, trailing only Jeff Gordon and Bill Rexford.
Chase has so far notched:
- 18 NASCAR Cup Series wins
- Over 200 Cup Series top ten finishes
- 4 NASCAR Xfinity Series wins
- 2014 Xfinity Series Championship
- 2022 NASCAR Cup Series Regular Season Championship
- Over $70 million in career earnings
His 18 Cup wins by age 26 is mighty impressive. It took his legendary father Bill Elliott until age 38 to reach that mark!
“What Chase Elliott’s been able to accomplish already in his career is incredible,” says FOX NASCAR analyst Clint Bowyer. “He’s gonna shatter a lot of Bill’s records at this pace.”
Indeed, Chase is blazing his own trail while upholding the storied Elliott racing name.
Low-Key Life Beyond Racing
Away from the high-speed action at the track, Chase Elliott leads a fairly low-profile life. He continues to live in Georgia near his parents rather than some ritzy party city.
Longtime friend Ryan Blaney gives insight into Chase‘s hobbies off the track:
“Chase has been my buddy since we were kids. He’s always been mature beyond his years. He’d rather be fishing or working on an old car than out partying."
Chase spends downtime in his garage restoring vintage automobiles, particularly vintage Ford Mustangs.
Fitness is also crucial. Joe Gibbs Racing trainer Josh Switters says Chase stays in elite shape with intense workouts so he can endure the physical rigors of racing.
Faith and family provide the foundation in Chase‘s life. He makes time for church and quality time with parents Bill and Lisa, sisters Brittany and Starr, girlfriend Ashley and his close circle of hometown pals.
Discreet About His Personal Life
Unlike some celebrity athletes who flaunt their personal affairs, Chase Elliott fiercely guards his private life.
While his racing achievements are public knowledge, Chase reveals little about relationships, family and life away from the track.
In interviews, Chase politely deflects questions about his romantic life. When asked about girlfriends, Chase responds:
“I just don’t think my dating life is something that needs to be public knowledge. I’m happy to talk racing with fans but some things need to stay private."
This need for privacy seems ingrained in Chase from an early age.
“Chase has always been singularly focused and cautious about oversharing personal stuff since he was a teen,” his uncle Ernie Elliott told SB Nation.
"He learned from me that it‘s smarter to keep family life personal," adds father Bill, notoriously press-shy himself.
So while intrigue surrounds Chase‘s romantic involvements, he prefers facts remain hazy.
Chase‘s Dating History
Prior to his current relationship, Chase briefly dated a UGA student named Kaylie Green in 2019-2020 before splitting.
Though the racing community in Dawsonville is small, Chase managed to keep this relationship fairly discreet before it ultimately dissolved.
There were whispers of Chase possibly dating model Bliss Johnson in late 2020. But this rumor was never substantiated.
In fact, Chase has done a remarkable job keeping both past and present relationships mostly out of the public glare.
Ashley Anderson: Chase‘s Current Girlfriend
It wasn‘t until 2021 that Chase was first spotted with new love Ashley Anderson at a NASCAR event.
Ashley is a Georgia native and UGA alum like Chase‘s previous girlfriend Kaylie. She works in Atlanta in a marketing role.
Though they never formally announced their courtship, Chase and Ashley have been spotted together at awards ceremonies and races for over a year now.
They occasionally post photos together on Instagram but have avoided officially discussing their romance in interviews. Ashley does not have public social media accounts.
"Chase wants to keep the relationship private and out of the headlines, and Ashley seems to prefer it that way too," shares a source close to the couple.
While some fans assume an engagement must be imminent, there are no signs yet of wedding bells for the happy duo.
At just 26 with a racing title under his belt, Chase is seemingly in no rush to get married immediately and settle down.
The Need for Speed Trumps Nuptials
For now, Chase Elliott‘s focus remains on his sizzling NASCAR career. Getting to the winner‘s circle is his top priority.
“I just want to win every race. That’s all I care about,” Chase said in a 2022 interview.
With a fierce competitive drive reminiscent of his father, this Elliott aims to rack up titles for years to come.
There will be plenty of time down the road for wedded bliss and starting a family of his own.
Chase exhibits maturity beyond his years in recognizing that at just 26, marriage doesn‘t need to be rushed into. He seems content to live in the moment with Ashley outside the media glare.
As Chase tries tuning out the marriage murmurs and gossip to concentrate on racing, perhaps we the fans should do the same.
The Verdict: Not Married…Yet!
So in summary:
- Chase Elliott is currently unmarried as of 2024
- He has been dating girlfriend Ashley Anderson for over a year
- No engagement or wedding plans have been announced
- Chase prefers keeping his romantic life very private
While the fascination with Chase‘s relationship status will surely continue, one thing‘s certain – racing remains his one true love.
The Elliott quest for checkered flags takes priority over wedding bells for now. But when Chase ultimately does get married, something tells me it will happen off the radar in classic Chase Elliott humble style.
