Sasha Farber and Jenn Tran’s chemistry has sparked rumors about a possible relationship, especially after their time together on Dancing with the Stars. The two first crossed paths in September 2024, following Tran’s public split from fiancé Devin Strader.
Initially, their connection started with Tran confiding in Farber about her romantic experiences. However, as they spent more time together on and off stage, a noticeable spark grew between them, catching the attention of fans on social media.
Sasha Farber and Jenn Tran’s Growing Bond on Dancing with the Stars Sparks Relationship Rumors
In Week 6, when asked by host Julianne Hough about their on-stage chemistry, Tran explained, “We trust each other so much, we know each other so well, so that’s why this works so well.” Farber echoed the sentiment, saying, “From the first day I met you, I feel like I’ve known you a long, long time.”
After their elimination, Tran hinted on Instagram that Farber wouldn’t be getting rid of her anytime soon. While neither of them has confirmed or denied a relationship, Farber’s previous marriage to fellow DWTS professional Emma Slater, which ended in 2023, has added intrigue to the rumors.
Their first meeting came as a surprise, with neither of them expecting to be part of the DWTS cast. Tran shared the details with The Hollywood Reporter in September 2024, recalling how, after finishing filming The Bachelorette, she was quickly asked to join the DWTS cast with only 45 minutes to prepare for a flight to New York. Farber, also unprepared, didn’t even have a plane ticket, but they met in the airport, a chance encounter that Farber described as “fate.”
The pair’s undeniable connection was evident throughout their DWTS journey. In a lighthearted interview with E! News in September 2024, Tran responded jokingly to questions about their online chemistry, saying, “What chemistry? … We have so much fun together.” Their playful bond was evident offstage, with Tran sharing moments from a The Little Mermaid inspired outing for Disney Week, even jokingly asking Farber, “Do you think you’re gonna get the rose tonight, Sash?”
Even after being eliminated, Farber and Tran continued their connection. When asked about their post-show relationship, Farber emphasized their strong professional bond, saying, “We have amazing chemistry, and you can see that through our dancing, and I’m really proud of her.”
Tran, on the other hand, humorously dismissed relationship rumors, adding, “Yeah, we just shut those down,” though she later shared with PEOPLE that she was leaving the show with “a new family” and an “incredible man” by her side.
Their shared love of dance didn’t end with their elimination. Tran continued posting videos with Farber, joking that he was now on her “speed dial” and teasing their followers with hints about the “truth.” They also kept up with private dance rehearsals, with Tran sharing a TikTok video that humorously depicted their continued partnership.
During their DWTS run, their chemistry was further acknowledged by family, friends, and even costars. Following their romantic rumba to The Little Mermaid’s “Kiss the Girl,” Derek Hough joked that he “shipped” them. Julianne Hough also noted the romantic undertone of Farber’s kiss on Tran’s forehead, to which Farber explained he was going for an “elegant” and “classy” gesture.
After their elimination, Tran posted a heartfelt TikTok montage of their time together, prompting reactions from loved ones and fans. Her brother even humorously inquired, “When’s the wedding rehearsal?” While their costar Ezra Sosa expressed his excitement with a simple, “I’m in a puddle.”
