Sarah Chalke is a name many recognize from How I Met Your Mother, where she played Stella Zinman — Ted’s fiancée — across ten episodes, with a brief return in 2014. Born on August 27, 1976, in Ottawa, Canada, Sarah has built a diverse career, shining as Dr. Elliot Reid in Scrubs and lending her voice to Beth Smith in the animated hit Rick and Morty.
People often wonder if she dated her Scrubs co-star Zach Braff — and yes, they did, from 2001 to 2003. They’ve remained friends since. Beyond that, Sarah was in a long-term relationship with entertainment lawyer Jamie Afifi from 2003 until 2022, and they have two children together.
Nowadays, she keeps her personal life pretty private and isn’t publicly linked to anyone.
If you want to catch her in How I Met Your Mother, make sure to watch the episodes featuring Stella — a pivotal character in Ted’s love story.And for a totally different vibe, check out Rick and Morty, where her voice work brings double characters to life.
Sarah continues to impress fans with her versatility and charm, proving she’s more than just a familiar face on the screen. Whatever project she takes on next, it’s sure to be worth watching.
