DWTS' Emma Slater and Ex Sasha Farber Joke About Their Marriage

The former couple teamed up for a lighthearted social media video more than 3 years after their divorce.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Dancing With the Stars pro Emma Slater, 37, and her ex-husband Sasha Farber, 41, collaborated on a humorous Instagram video where they joked about their past marriage. The former couple, who divorced in 2024, appeared to have a friendly rapport as they poked fun at their relationship status. Slater emphasized that she and Farber have maturely moved on, despite their past, and she wished positivity to those who may struggle with exes remaining friends.

Why it matters

The video showcases the ability of some former spouses to maintain a cordial relationship after a divorce, which can be inspiring for others going through similar situations. It also highlights the evolving dynamics in the Dancing With the Stars community, where exes like Slater and Farber continue to work together professionally despite their personal history.

The details

In the Instagram video, Farber lip-synced the line "Your ex-husband is soooo attractive," while the camera panned to Slater, who replied, "But you're my ex-husband." Farber then put on sunglasses and smiled at the camera. Slater and Farber were married from 2018 to 2023, when they divorced due to differing views on having children. Despite the split, the two have remained friendly and supportive of each other's relationships, including Slater's current romance with fellow DWTS pro Alan Bersten.

  • Slater and Farber began dating in 2011.
  • Farber proposed to Slater on DWTS in 2016.
  • Slater and Farber exchanged vows in 2018.
  • Slater and Farber divorced in 2023.
  • Slater and Bersten sealed their relationship with a kiss during a live DWTS show in 2025.

The players

Emma Slater

A 37-year-old professional dancer on Dancing With the Stars who was previously married to Sasha Farber.

Sasha Farber

A 41-year-old professional dancer on Dancing With the Stars who was previously married to Emma Slater.

Alan Bersten

A 31-year-old professional dancer on Dancing With the Stars who is currently in a relationship with Emma Slater.

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What they’re saying

“If you can't handle that exes can be mature and can be friends, I'm sending you love and positive vibes but I also know it's not my problem to solve 🥰 meant with love, I've just healed [and] moved on from that.”

— Emma Slater (Instagram)

“😂😂😂😂.”

— Sasha Farber (Instagram)

The takeaway

This lighthearted video between Emma Slater and her ex-husband Sasha Farber demonstrates that it is possible for some former spouses to maintain a friendly, mature relationship after a divorce. Their ability to joke about their past marriage and support each other's new relationships can serve as an inspiring example for others navigating the complexities of life after a split.