Celeste Barber Breaks Silence on Split from Husband After 20 Years Together
Australian comedian Celeste Barber has finally broken her silence regarding her separation from her husband, Api Robin, weeks after news of their shock split sent fans into a frenzy. The 43-year-old star took to Instagram on Tuesday to promote her makeup brand, alluding to the breakup in a subtle yet poignant manner.
Cryptic Instagram Post and Tour Announcement
In a short video on her Instagram story, Barber joked that she was only "going to talk about the mascara" but concluded by leaning close to the camera and whispering a heartfelt message of gratitude to her followers. "Thank you for all your lovely messages. I really appreciate it. Thank you," she said, marking her first public comments since the separation was announced.
Alongside the video, Barber posted a carousel of photos after being unusually quiet on social media for the past few months. The selection included a selfie of her on a bike wearing a Prada bag, pictures of flowers, a video of her exercise routine, and promotional content for her makeup brand. Notably, the post also featured a screenshot of Harry Styles' song 'Are You Listening Yet' and a tour poster for her upcoming 'Backup Dancer' Europe and UK tour, which commences in April. The caption simply read: "Tour starts next month. Tix celestebarber.com."
Api Robin's Heartfelt Confirmation
Api Robin confirmed the end of their 12-year marriage the day before Valentine's Day, sharing a sombre update on Instagram titled 'Heavy hearts.' "The past few months have been incredibly challenging and deeply heartbreaking for us both," he wrote. "After a lot of reflection, we've made the decision to separate. There is still love and respect between us, but we're at capacity... and we've realised we may want different things."
Social Media Clues and Fan Reactions
While the news came as a shock to many, eagle-eyed fans quickly noted that the couple's social media accounts had been devoid of each other since late 2025 and early 2026. Their last joint post was on November 1, 2025, when Barber shared photos and videos from the end of her US tour, showing the pair looking happy as they attended events and smiled on a train. Robin followed with a similar post the next day, expressing pride in his wife.
Since then, neither has appeared on the other's social media, with Robin even changing his Instagram bio from "hot husband"—a nickname Barber affectionately used in her sketches—to "formerly hot husband." The couple share two sons, Lou Robin and Buddy Robin, while Api has two daughters from a previous marriage.
The separation has sparked widespread discussion among fans, with many expressing support for both Barber and Robin as they navigate this difficult period. Barber's upcoming tour and continued focus on her career suggest she is moving forward, albeit with a heavy heart, as the entertainment world watches closely.
