Kaitlyn Bristowe is setting the record straight about her relationship with Dancing With the Stars pro Sasha Farber after a steamy dance video sparked rumors online.
Addressing the Speculation
The Bachelorette alum and DWTS season 29 champion spoke to Entertainment Tonight on November 11 following her guest appearance during the show’s 20th anniversary celebration, clarifying that her connection with Sasha is purely platonic.
“I didn’t see the reactions, were people being like, ‘Hard launch,’ or something?” Bristowe joked when asked about the fan buzz surrounding the video. “Sasha and I are very good friends.”
The 40-year-old reality star added that their friendship has spanned years and that their dancing sessions are simply a reflection of that bond.
“Every time I come to L.A., I hang out with him and see him,” she said. “So, we always dance together.”
As for whether there’s any romance brewing, Bristowe made it clear:
“We’re great friends. I love him so much. And not dating.”
The Viral Dance That Started It All
The speculation began after Farber, 41, posted a sultry dance video featuring Bristowe on his Instagram on November 4. In the clip, the duo performs a slow, intimate routine inside his home — complete with twirls, dips, and playful laughter. The performance ends with both dancers collapsing into giggles as they tumble out of frame.
While many fans praised their chemistry and technique, others wondered if the video was hinting at a budding romance. The comments section quickly filled with questions like, “Is this a soft launch?” and “Are they dating now?”
Neither Farber nor Bristowe addressed the rumors at the time, allowing speculation to build — until Bristowe finally clarified their relationship during her latest interview.
Dancing and Friendship
Bristowe and Farber’s connection traces back to the DWTS family. Bristowe won the show’s 29th season alongside professional dancer Artem Chigvintsev in 2020, while Farber has been a longtime fixture on the ballroom competition, appearing in multiple seasons since 2013.
Their shared passion for dance has kept them close even off the show. Over the years, the two have been seen collaborating on routines, attending events together, and celebrating each other’s milestones.
Farber, who was previously married to fellow DWTS pro Emma Slater, finalized their divorce in 2023. Bristowe, meanwhile, ended her engagement to Jason Tartick the same year after four years together.
Despite their recent breakups, both stars have made it clear that their friendship is built on mutual respect, creative collaboration, and a shared love for dance.
Fans React to the Clarification
While some followers were disappointed that the duo isn’t romantically involved, most expressed admiration for their friendship. “It’s refreshing to see a genuine friendship between a man and a woman,” one fan commented on Instagram. Another added, “Their energy together is just pure fun — nothing else needed!”
Others praised Bristowe for addressing the rumors directly and maintaining transparency with her fans.
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What’s Next for Kaitlyn and Sasha?
Following her DWTS anniversary appearance, Bristowe has hinted at new entertainment projects in the works, including her ongoing podcast Off the Vine and an upcoming lifestyle collaboration. Farber, meanwhile, remains an active pro on Dancing With the Stars and continues to share behind-the-scenes glimpses of his choreography work on social media.
Though romance may not be in the cards for the two, it’s clear that their creative chemistry will continue to keep fans entertained — both on and off the dance floor.
What do you think of Kaitlyn Bristowe and Sasha Farber’s friendship? Were the rumors believable, or just fan speculation gone viral? Share your thoughts in the comments on InvestRecords.com.
