Janel Parrish is opening up about a deeply personal transition—with honesty, grace, and clarity.
On April 10, the Pretty Little Liars star confirmed that she and her husband, Chris Long, have separated after seven years of marriage. The announcement follows recent reports suggesting the two had quietly gone their separate ways months earlier.
Taking to Instagram Stories, Janel addressed the news directly.
“Thank you all for the incredibly kind and supportive messages, they’ve truly meant the world 🤍” she wrote. “After 10 beautiful years together, including 7 years of marriage, Chris and I made the difficult decision to end our marriage.”
Her message struck a tone that felt both reflective and grounded—acknowledging the end of a chapter without diminishing what came before.
“There is still so much love and respect between us, and I’m deeply grateful for everything we built together. This chapter of my life, and Chris, will always mean so much to me,” she continued. “Thank you all again for the messages of love and support. Xo J”
Janel and Chris first began dating in 2016 before tying the knot in 2018 in an intimate ceremony in Hawaii, her home state. Over the years, their relationship was largely kept out of the spotlight, offering fans only occasional glimpses into their life together.
That privacy makes this announcement feel all the more personal.
Recent reports indicated that the pair had been separated for “a few months,” suggesting the decision was made quietly before being shared publicly.
At the same time, Janel has recently been spotted spending time with Dancing with the Stars pro Sasha Farber, sparking speculation about a potential new relationship. The two were seen getting “cozy,” though neither has publicly commented on the nature of their connection.
For context, Janel competed on Dancing with the Stars back in 2014, where she finished in third place. Sasha, now a longtime pro on the show, was not part of that particular season.
Still, any new chapter—romantic or otherwise—remains secondary to the message Janel chose to share: one of gratitude, respect, and emotional clarity.
