Sarah Todd and Declan Cleary’s relationship began in one of the most unexpected places — amid the pressure, competition and chaos of the MasterChef Australia kitchen.
Since then, their story has moved quickly from a friendship formed during filming to a shared life in Melbourne and the arrival of their twin daughters.
But recently, a noticeable change in what the couple have been sharing publicly has prompted questions about where their relationship stands today.
A Quiet Change Caught Fans’ Attention
Sarah and Declan have both been active on social media throughout their relationship, giving followers occasional glimpses into their life together.
In recent weeks, however, fans noticed they had appeared much less frequently on each other’s pages following their European summer holiday.
Questions grew further around Father’s Day on September 6, when Sarah did not appear in Declan’s post marking his first Father’s Day since becoming a dad to twins Claudia and Charlotte. Sarah also did not appear to “like” the post.
The small changes were enough to spark speculation that something might have shifted behind the scenes.
What Has Been Said About the Split Rumours?
Despite the online speculation, New Idea reports that the couple remain together.
According to a source close to Sarah and Declan, their reduced presence on each other’s social media is not the result of a separation.
Declan was also reported to have given friends a firm “Definitely not” when asked whether the relationship had ended.
Importantly, the comments have been reported through a source close to the couple rather than through a formal public statement from Sarah and Declan themselves.
Why They Have Pulled Back From Social Media
The explanation offered behind the change is much quieter than the rumours suggest.
The couple are said to have consciously created stronger boundaries around what parts of their relationship and family life they share publicly, particularly after becoming parents.
Sarah has previously spoken about being a private person, even after her romance with Declan became public. In 2025, she explained that while she was happy to celebrate their relationship, keeping parts of her personal life private had always been important to her.
That approach appears to have become even more significant as their family has grown.
Life Changed With the Arrival of Claudia and Charlotte
Sarah and Declan welcomed twin daughters Claudia and Charlotte on Christmas Eve 2025, adding a major new chapter to a relationship that had developed quickly after MasterChef.
They are also raising Sarah’s teenage son Phoenix as part of their blended family in Melbourne.
The transition into parenthood has naturally changed their routine, while Sarah and Declan have continued to balance careers that can take them in very different directions.
Work Is Also Keeping Them Apart At Times
New Idea reports that Sarah is currently spending significant periods overseas, including in India, as she pursues cooking-related professional opportunities.
Declan, meanwhile, has reportedly taken on more time caring for Claudia and Charlotte while Sarah works, with the twins sometimes travelling with their mother and at other times remaining with their father.
The arrangement means the couple can sometimes appear to be living separate lives from the outside, even while continuing to manage family responsibilities together.
Their Story Began Far From Ordinary
Sarah and Declan first became close while filming MasterChef Australia: Back To Win.
Their friendship gradually developed away from the kitchen, with the pair spending time together around Melbourne before Declan eventually asked Sarah on a date at a particularly unexpected moment — just before she entered an elimination challenge.
After filming, they moved in together in Melbourne, turning a connection formed through the competition into a life beyond the show.
And Their Future May Tell a Different Story
Perhaps the clearest indication of what is happening behind the scenes is what the couple are reportedly planning next.
According to New Idea, Sarah and Declan are looking for a larger property in Melbourne that could become a long-term base for their growing family.
Sarah’s overseas work is expected to remain an important part of her career, while Melbourne continues to be the centre of family life for the couple, their twin daughters and Phoenix.
So while their relationship may look noticeably quieter online, the picture being described away from social media is very different from the speculation.
For Sarah Todd and Declan Cleary, sharing less may not necessarily mean there is less to share — it may simply reflect a decision to keep more of their growing family life for themselves.
Source: New Idea, The Australian Women’s Weekly, 9Honey.