Jeff Garlin's Post-divorce Life: His Relationship Status Is Unknown Though He Once Posed with Sari Tracht
Following his divorce, fans want to know who Jeff Garlin's girlfriend is. The standup comedian and actor left fans curious about his relationship status after stepping on the red carpet with Sari Tracht.
Jeff Garlin made headlines in 2018 when he filed for divorce from his ex-wife Marla Garlin after 24 years of marriage. Their split left fans of the actor devastated, with many wondering what the leading cause of their separation was.
According to the divorce documents, the 61-year-old actor and comedian claimed he and his ex-wife had irreconcilable differences. Following the divorce, the actor's personal life piqued the public's interest, with many people eager to know more about his love life and who Jeff Garlin's spouse or girlfriend is.
Jeff Garlin at Crypto.com Arena on March 25, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Jeff Garlin's Ex-wife Was in His Life for over Two Decades
Jeff and Marla née Cahan once shared a beautiful love story. They reportedly married in 1994. The "Curb Your Enthusiasm" actor proposed to his ex-wife, a casting director, during a Neil Diamond concert.
In an interview, he revealed that he wanted to choose a special moment she would never forget. The former couple would later welcome two sons, James, and Duke Garlin, before going their separate ways in 2018.
Even though the two called it quits, Jeff once revealed during a podcast interview that he still loved and deeply cared for Marla and would always care for her for the rest of her days.
Jeff Garlin and ex-wife Marla at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel on November 12, 2016, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
Jeff Garlin's Ex-wife, Marla Garlin, Also Works in the Entertainment Industry
Jeff Galin's ex-wife, Marla, also has an established career in the entertainment industry. She is an accomplished casting director and actress recognized for her projects, such as the 2019 award-winning biopic film "Bombshell," which starred Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, and Margot Robbie.
Jeff Garlin and Sari attended the October 2021 premiere of season 11 of "Curb Your Enthusiasm."
Marla has also been involved in other notable projects throughout her career. These include her work in the action-drama film "Arlington Road" in 1999, the comedy-romance film "The 40 Year-Old Virgin" in 2005, and her latest contribution to the comedy movie "You People" in 2023.
Is Sari Tracht Jeff Garlin's Girlfriend?
Speculations about Sari being Jeff Garlin's girlfriend made rounds online in 2021 after the actor shared their selfie on Instagram. The photo left fans wondering if their close bond extended beyond friendship.
The picture ignited dating rumors, leaving many curious about a potential romantic connection following Jeff's sweet caption: "I dig this woman. More surprising is that she digs me." Fans quickly jumped to the comments section to share their thoughts. One fan wrote, "Hi Jeff! Love to see you happy! Be well!" Someone else wrote:
"[...] She still looks young enough to be his daughter, which we all know she isn't. She will, of course, become his Trophy Wife."
Jeff Garlin at Paramount Theatre on October 19, 2021, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Gettyy Images
While he did not address the speculations around their relationship after his May 2021 Instagram post, Jeff Garlin and Sari attended the October 2021 premiere of season 11 of "Curb Your Enthusiasm."
The pair attended the event together and were photographed with Jeff's arm casually draped over Sari's shoulders. Sari is an accomplished editor and producer known for having worked on four episodes of "Black-ish," the comedy series which featured Marsai Martins, Anthony Anderson, Miles Brown, Tracee Ellis Ross, and more.
She is also an editor for "Liza on Demand," which features Liza Koshy, Travis Coles, Kimiko Glenn, and more. She began her career in 2005 as a junior editor and has worked for several known companies, including E!, Hulu, VICE Media, NBC, FX Networks, and Comedy Central. She is currently a freelance editor for Above Average.