Sarah Shahi's kids and the private mom life she rarely talks about

Sarah Shahi's kids and the private mom life she rarely talks about

Sarah Shahi is an American actress and former NFL cheerleader best known for her roles in Sex/Life, The L Word, and Person of Interest. In addition to her public life, Sarah is a devoted mother of three children: William, Violet, and Knox Howey. Sarah Shahi's kids, despite their celebrity status, have been kept away from public life.

Sarah Shahi is seen at the Saban Media Center (L). Sarah Shahi, Steve Howey, and their three kids in California (R)
Sarah Shahi is seen at the Saban Media Center (L). Sarah, Steve, and their three kids at Regency Village Theatre in California (R). Photo: Amy Sussman, Albert L. Ortega (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Sarah Shahi shares her kids with her ex-husband Steve Howey, known for his role in Shameless.
  • Her parenting approach is focused on privacy, presence, and emotional safety.
  • Shahi considers motherhood her most transformative role.

Sarah Shahi's profile summary

Full nameAahoo Jahansouz Shahi
GenderFemale
Date of birth10 January 1980
Age45 years old (as of 2025)
Zodiac sign Capricorn
Place of birth Euless, Texas, United States
Current residenceLos Angeles, California, United States
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityIranian-Spanish
Religion Islam
SexualityStraight
Height in feet5'3"
Height in centimetres160
Weight in kilograms54
Weight in pounds119
Hair colourDark brown
Eye colourDark brown
FatherAbbas Shahi
MotherMahmonir Shahi
Siblings Two
Marital status Divorced
Ex-husbandSteve Howey
ChildrenThree
EducationTrinity High School, Southern Methodist University
ProfessionActress, producer, former cheerleader
Net worth $4 million
Instagram@sarahshahi
Facebook@sarahshahi

Get to know Sarah Shahi's kids

The actress has three kids with her ex-husband Steve Howey, an American actor. She is deeply devoted to her three children and chooses to keep their lives private. Here are more details about Sarah's kids, William, Violet, and Knox.

1. William Wolf Howey

William Wolf Howey and Sarah Shahi pose in the audience
William Wolf Howey and Sarah Shahi pose in the audience during the 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards in Santa Monica, California. Photo: Jeff Kravitz
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  • Full name: William Wolf Howey
  • Date of birth: 8 July 2009
  • Age: 15 years old (as of June 2025)

William is Shahi and Howey's first child. Born in 2009, he has grown up away from the paparazzi, thanks to his mom's quiet approach to parenting. At 15, William is described as mature, introspective, and full of creative energy.

2. Knox Blue Howey

Knox Blue (L), William Wolf (C), Violet (R), and their dad in the water
Knox Blue (L), William Wolf (C), Violet (R) and their dad having a great moment together. Photo: @sarahshahi
Source: Instagram
  • Full name: Knox Blue Howey
  • Date of birth: 1 March 2015
  • Age: 10 years old (as of 2025)

Shahi and Howey welcomed twins in 2015, and Knox is one of them. Knox, Violet's twin, has a personality of his own. While Violet leads with creativity, Knox leads with curiosity.

In 2020, Howey shared a photo of Knox and his two siblings on his Instagram account, with their faces hidden. He captioned the photo,

We out here!! Gang gang

3. Violet Moon Howey

  • Full name: Violet Moon Howey
  • Date of birth: 1 March 2015
  • Age: 10 years old (as of 2025)

The celebrity kid is described as spirited and thoughtful. She loves drawing and even makes comic strips at home. Though not publicly seen, her drawings have appeared briefly in the background of Sarah's rare behind-the-scenes clips.

In a heartfelt interview with Entertainment Weekly, Sarah opened up about her temporary departure from the Person of Interest, revealing she was pregnant with twins. While fans didn't like her dramatic exit, Shahi expressed deep emotion and excitement about entering motherhood.

She acknowledged the challenges of returning to a physically demanding role with two newborns. Her words reflect her joy of motherhood, touched by the life transition.

I can't believe I'm already getting emotional

Truth about Steve Howey and Sarah Shahi's marriage and divorce

Steve Howey and Sarah married on 7 February 2009 in Las Vegas. They engaged in June 2007, while vacationing in Hawaii.

The ex-couple filed for divorce in May 2020. Their divorce was finalised in January 2021. Speaking on the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, Sarah discussed the events that led to her split from Steve.

I was just questioning everything. As a wife and as a mom, you get told, 'Well, but you have it good. You have it good.' I just felt so unseen. ... [Sex/Life] gave me the courage to say, 'I'm not happy. And I feel like we should as individuals have the right to be happy.

Sarah is currently dating Sex/Life costar Adam Demos whom she met in August 2020, while filming the Netflix drama series.

FAQs

  1. What are the names of Sarah Shahi and Steve Howey's children? Their names are Violet, William, and Knox Howey.
  2. How old is Sarah Shahi? The American actress is 45 years old as of 2025. She was born on 10 January 1980.
  3. Who is the father of Sarah Shahi's kids? Steve Howey is the father of Shahi's children.
  4. When were Sarah Shahi's children born? William was born in 2009, while the twins Violet and Knox were born in March 2015.
  5. How long did Steve Howey and Sarah Shahi's marriage last? Their marriage lasted for over 11 years. The two were married between 2009 and 2021.
  6. Why did Sarah Shahi leave Person of Interest? She took a break from the show due to her pregnancy with twins in 2015.
  7. Who are Sarah Shahi's parents? Sarah's parents are Mahmonir and Abbas Shahi.

Sarah Shahi's kids are not exposed to the chaos of celebrity life. They are nurtured in a home of privacy, curiosity, love, and presence. Sarah shares the three kids with her ex-husband Steve Howey. The two married in 2009, but divorced in 2021.

Yen.com.gh published an article on Nana Ama McBrown's children. The Ghanaian actress and TV personality is a proud mother of five, and fans are often curious about her family life.

The article delves into her journey of motherhood, revealing details about her children and how she balances her career with family. Learn more about Nana McBrown's kids and their lives.

Source: YEN.com.gh

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Peris Wamangu (Lifestyle writer) Peris Wamangu is a reporter with more than four years of experience as a content writer. Peris joined Yen in 2024. Before that, she worked with Legit's team from 2021 to 2024. Peris graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Nairobi in 2019. She enjoys writing about various topics such as fashion, currency, biographies, entertainment and business. In 2023, Peris finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques and the Google News Initiative course. Email: wamanguperis@gmail.com

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