Why Did Sarah Shahi and Adam Demos Break Up? Here’s What Happened.
Sarah Shahi has divulged rare insights regarding her surprising breakup with Sex/Life co-star Adam Demos, detailing the circumstances that led to their separation.
The former couple met on the set of Sex/Life in August 2020. At that time, Shahi was in the process of separating from her then-husband, Steve Howey, with whom she had been married for 11 years. Shahi and Howey, who share three children, finalized their divorce in 2021.
Following their time on Sex/Life, which ended abruptly on Netflix in 2023, Shahi and Demos continued their relationship.
Reflecting on their romance, Shahi expressed a desire to collaborate with Demos again, stating, “Nothing has felt right so far, but it’s wonderful that we met as actors. We have a fantastic working relationship,” she told The Hollywood Reporter in February 2025, highlighting their “great chemistry.”
Shahi remarked that it was “impossible” for them “to deceive” each other during filming, explaining, “There’s no tolerance for any sort of bulls***. I believe we work well together, and I would love to find a project we could collaborate on.”
However, just two months later, news surfaced that Shahi and Demos had decided to end their relationship. Keep scrolling for Shahi’s key insights on why their romance concluded:
How Sarah Shahi Addressed Her Breakup with Adam Demos
In her Us Weekly cover story, Sarah Shahi spoke publicly about her separation from Adam Demos for the first time: “There was an element of the relationship that people genuinely felt was part of their lives, which was very sweet and heartwarming,” she shared in January 2026.
Shahi acknowledged the difficulties of dating in the spotlight.
“The downside is that when things conclude, you feel like you’re experiencing it twice,” she explained to Us. “You endure it emotionally on a personal level, then again on a much larger scale.”
Sarah Shahi Learned Valuable Lessons Following Her Split with Adam Demos
“Without airing any kind of dirty laundry, I think … it’s challenging to build a life with children unless the person genuinely wants that, too,” Sarah Shahi shared on Kristin Cavallari’s “Let’s Be Honest” podcast in February 2026. “This is not a comment on him but relates more to my approach as a parent. I parent in a very specific manner. [As a child], we could walk into our mom’s bedroom or bathroom at any time. I think that can be a bit challenging for someone who might not be accustomed to children.”
She continued, “While love should be easy, the practical aspects of life shouldn’t be overly complicated.”
Sarah Shahi’s Aspirations for Future Relationships After Adam Demos
In the same podcast episode, Sarah Shahi shared her hopes for the next chapter. “I want my next relationship to center around me. I’m not in search of a stepparent; I just want a boyfriend,” she said. “Someone who can take me out, where I can enjoy the beach and just have fun. I simply desire someone who can cater to my needs, and if it evolves into something more, then that would be wonderful.”
