Fans have been buzzing with speculation surrounding a potential romance between Sasha Farber and Janel Parrish, following Parrish’s recent announcement of her separation from Chris Long. The Dancing with the Stars professional dancer appears to have made a subtle announcement about his relationship status with a recent Instagram post.
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In the post, Farber, aged 41, shared a snapshot of himself relaxing at home alongside a woman, who fans believe to be 37-year-old Parrish, as well as his two dogs. The photograph showcased the woman seated at a piano, viewed from the back, while Farber lounged nearby. The choice of setting is particularly intriguing, considering Parrish has been playing the piano since the age of six. Accompanying the post, Farber wrote, “It’s the small things in life,” adding to speculation about their connection.
The comments section was quickly inundated with excitement and curiosity from fans, many interpreting the post as a “hard launch” of the new relationship. One fan remarked, “Not that little. Is this a hard launch?” while another chimed in, “Omg omg omg if this is a hard launch or soft, I’ll take it!! You deserve so much happiness.” Expressions of approval poured in from various corners of social media, including gymnast Simone Biles, who commented with a heart-eyes emoji, and reality star Nicole Polizzi, who playfully remarked that she was contacting Farber directly.
Moreover, Farber’s colleagues from Dancing with the Stars also conveyed their support, with fellow dancer Gleb Savchenko expressing excitement for him, and Julianne Hough sharing three red heart emojis. Additionally, several fans were quick to point out similarities between the mystery woman and Parrish, noting matching tattoos that suggest a possible identity link. Some even claimed that Parrish reacted to the post with emojis symbolising affection, though this interaction was later removed.
This new social media moment follows a previous Instagram video in which the two were seen dancing together in a choreographed routine on a quiet street at night. Farber captioned the video, “She’s still got it @janelparrish,” while Parrish playfully responded, thanking him for the dance session while laughing in his ear.
Farber and Parrish have a professional history that dates back to 2014, during the show’s 19th season of Dancing with the Stars. Parrish was a contestant that season, paired with professional dancer Val Chmerkovskiy, while Farber was a part of the professional dance troupe.
This apparent budding romance follows the announcement of Parrish’s split from her husband of five years, Chris Long, a chemical engineer. On April 10, Parrish disclosed via Instagram that the couple had decided to end their marriage after ten years together, seven of which were spent as a married couple. “There is still so much love and respect between us, and I’m deeply grateful for everything we built together,” her statement detailed, emphasising the affection that remains.
Reports suggest that Parrish and Long had been separated for some months prior to the public announcement, providing context to the rapidly changing circumstances surrounding Parrish’s romantic life.
As for Farber, he is currently touring with the Dancing with the Stars: Live! 2026 Tour, with performances scheduled through May. Meanwhile, neither he nor Parrish has publicly commented on the relationship rumours thus far, leaving fans to speculate on the nature of their connection.
As the situation evolves, it remains to be seen how Parrih will address the growing interest in her personal life, especially following her recent separation. In the age of social media, the dynamics of personal relationships often blend with public curiosity, and fans are eagerly watching to see where this path leads for both Farber and Parrish.