More than seven years after saying “I do,” Karl Stefanovic and Jasmine Yarbrough remain one of Australia’s most recognisable celebrity couples.
From an unexpected first meeting on Sydney Harbour to building a family together, their relationship has continued to attract public interest—most recently as Karl paid tribute to Jasmine on her 42nd birthday with a heartfelt message shared online.
A Birthday Tribute That Captured Attention
To celebrate Jasmine’s birthday, Karl shared a series of family photographs on Instagram featuring his wife and their daughter, Harper.
Alongside the images, the veteran broadcaster posted a simple yet affectionate message describing Jasmine as “my love” and “my way”—a tribute that quickly resonated with followers.
The post offered another glimpse into the couple’s family life, years after their romance first made headlines across Australia.
How Their Relationship Began
Karl and Jasmine first met in late 2016 through mutual friends aboard a boat in Sydney.
At the time, Jasmine had returned to Australia from Los Angeles to visit family, while Karl had recently separated from his first wife, Cassandra Thorburn, after more than two decades of marriage.
Although neither expected the friendship to develop into a relationship, the pair soon formed a close connection built on humour and shared interests.
Both have previously spoken about how naturally their relationship evolved despite the intense public attention surrounding Karl’s personal life at the time.
A Destination Wedding in Mexico
The couple married on 8 December 2018 at the One&Only Palmilla Resort in San José del Cabo, Mexico, surrounded by family and close friends.
Jasmine wore a custom-designed couture wedding gown created by Sydney designer Jessica Andretta, while the ceremony was attended by around 200 guests.
Following the wedding, the pair largely kept their married life private, occasionally sharing family milestones with fans through social media.
Jasmine’s Career Beyond the Spotlight
While often recognised as Karl Stefanovic’s wife, Jasmine has built a successful career in her own right.
She previously co-founded luxury footwear label Mara & Mine, whose designs were worn by international celebrities including Margot Robbie, Cara Delevingne and Kendall Jenner.
After stepping away from the business in 2022, Jasmine shifted her focus to new projects and charitable work, becoming involved with organisations supporting families affected by rare childhood cancers.
Building a Family Together
In May 2020, Karl and Jasmine welcomed their daughter, Harper May Stefanovic.
Harper is Jasmine’s first child and Karl’s fourth.
Karl also shares three adult children—Jackson, Willow and River—with his former wife, Cassandra Thorburn.
Despite balancing busy public careers, Karl and Jasmine have frequently spoken about the importance of family, often choosing to keep much of their private life away from the spotlight while occasionally sharing special moments with their followers.
A Relationship That Continues to Draw Interest
Over the years, Karl and Jasmine’s relationship has remained the subject of public fascination, from their whirlwind romance and destination wedding to their growing family.
Karl’s latest birthday tribute may have been a simple gesture, but for many followers it served as another reminder that, amid the demands of television and public life, family continues to sit at the heart of one of Australia’s most closely watched couples.
