If you’ve followed Skye Wheatley from her Big Brother days to her TikTok fame, you’ve probably noticed the ups and downs in her relationship with Lachlan Waugh. The couple has been together for years, but 2025 brought a public split — and then, just weeks later, a reunion.
TikTok followers: 396K ·
TikTok likes: 17.5M ·
YouTube subscribers: 242K ·
Facebook page likes: 38,996 ·
Relationship status (Jan 2026): Back together
Quick snapshot
- Skye Wheatley was a housemate on Big Brother Australia 2014 (YouTube recall)
- She has two sons with Lachlan Waugh (So Dramatic!)
- Split announced October 2025 (realestate.com.au)
- Reunion confirmed January 2026 (news.com.au)
- Exact birth dates of both partners (only years known) (Famous Birthdays)
- Specific reasons for the 2025 breakup (only “messy” mentioned) (YouTube podcast)
- Whether the relationship is stable long-term (Famous Birthdays)
- Nature of the 2023 break (co-parenting arrangement vs actual separation) (So Dramatic!)
- Whether the couple’s reconciliation is permanent (Famous Birthdays)
- 2014: Big Brother debut (YouTube recall)
- 2020: Relationship begins (YouTube recall)
- Oct 2025: Split announced (realestate.com.au)
- Jan 2026: Reunion confirmed (news.com.au)
- Co-parenting continues with two sons
- Possible wedding or further public updates
- Skye’s influencer career remains active
Six facts about Skye Wheatley, one pattern: her public life has always intertwined with her relationship status.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full name | Skye Maree Wheatley-Young |
| Born | Approx 1994–1995 (exact date not publicly confirmed) |
| Known for | Big Brother Australia 2014, TikTok influencer |
| Partner | Lachlan Waugh (on-and-off, back together as of Jan 2026) |
| Children | Two sons with Lachlan Waugh |
| Social media handles | @skye.wheatley (Instagram), @skyemareewheatley (TikTok), @skyewheatleyofficial (YouTube) |
Are Skye Wheatley and Lachy still together?
Current relationship status as of 2026
As of January 2026, the couple is back together. news.com.au (leading Australian news outlet) reported the reunion, confirming that Skye and Lachlan had reconciled after a public split in October 2025. Skye herself acknowledged the on-and-off dynamic in a YouTube podcast clip where she described the relationship as being in “limbo.”
Timeline of public break and reunion
- October 2025: Skye announces the split on a podcast (YouTube).
- November 2025: realestate.com.au reports the split, noting a half-finished mansion (realestate.com.au).
- December 2025: Couple posts holiday selfies from Thailand, putting rumors “to bed” (Daily Mail Celeb Facebook).
- January 2026: news.com.au confirms reunion.
Skye and Lachy have been together for nearly a decade, but their relationship has faced multiple public breakups and reconciliations. The pattern suggests that separation announcements should be taken with caution — they often reverse within weeks.
The implication: any future split announcement will likely be met with skepticism until a full separation is legally finalized.
Why did Skye and Lachy break up?
Public statements from Skye Wheatley
In a YouTube podcast from October 2025, Skye described the breakup as “messy” and said it was the longest period of separation the couple had ever experienced. She added that they were in “limbo” and would eventually try to sort things out. No single cause was cited; she referenced personal growth and timing.
Reported reasons in lifestyle media
Lifestyle outlet So Dramatic! (pop culture news site) noted that the couple had previously tried couples counseling in early 2024 and worked things out. The 2025 split, however, appeared more definitive at the time, with realestate.com.au (Australian property news) reporting that Skye was left with a half-finished mansion after the breakup.
The couple’s split was followed by a quick reunion, but the underlying reasons — personal growth, career pressures, and co-parenting stress — remain unresolved. Future public updates may reveal whether this reconciliation sticks.
The pattern: the underlying pressures continue, and the next separation could be more permanent.
Why is Skye Wheatley famous?
Big Brother Australia 2014 housemate
Skye Wheatley first gained national attention as a housemate on Big Brother Australia season 9 in 2014. She did not win the show but became a fan favorite for her candid personality.
Transition to influencer and TikTok star
After the show, Skye built a massive social media following. She now has 396K TikTok followers and 17.5M likes on the platform, along with 242K YouTube subscribers. Her content spans beauty, lifestyle, and parenting — often with a humorous, unfiltered tone.
I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! appearance
Skye also appeared on I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! Australia, further cementing her status as a reality TV personality. According to So Dramatic! (pop culture news site), her public relationship updates have consistently drawn high engagement.
How old are Skye Wheatley and Lachlan Waugh?
Skye Wheatley’s birth date and age
Skye Wheatley was born in 1994 or 1995, making her approximately 30–31 years old as of 2025. Her exact birth date is not publicly confirmed, but multiple sources, including Famous Birthdays, list her birth year as 1994.
Lachlan Waugh’s age and background
Lachlan Waugh, known as “Lachy” from The Wiggles, was born in 1990, making him about 35 years old as of 2025. The age gap between the two is approximately 4–5 years. Famous Birthdays records his birth year as 1990.
Who is the father of Skye Wheatley’s kids?
Children’s father identity
Lachlan Waugh is the father of Skye’s two sons. Their first child, Bear West Waugh, was born in 2021. A second child arrived in 2024. Skye has spoken about co-parenting with Lachy, describing a two-night rotational system they used during a break in 2023 (So Dramatic!).
Co-parenting dynamic
Despite the ups and downs, Skye has consistently said that Lachy is a hands-on father. In a 2023 post, she clarified that parenting duties are shared evenly. The couple’s split in October 2025 raised questions about their co-parenting arrangement, but the reunion in January 2026 suggests they are committed to raising their children together.
Timeline: Skye Wheatley’s relationship with Lachlan Waugh
- 2014 – Skye appears on Big Brother Australia 9 (YouTube recall).
- 2020 – Relationship with Lachlan Waugh begins.
- 2021 – First son Bear West Waugh born (So Dramatic!).
- 2023 – Coparenting arrangement reported during a break; couples counseling attempted (So Dramatic!).
- 2024 – Second child born; breakup rumors resurface.
- October 2025 – Skye announces split on podcast (YouTube).
- January 2026 – Reunion confirmed by news.com.au (news.com.au).
The implication: the couple’s timeline shows a pattern of quick reconciliations after public separations.
What’s confirmed vs. what’s unclear
Confirmed facts
- Skye Wheatley was a housemate on Big Brother Australia 2014 (YouTube recall).
- She has two children with Lachlan Waugh (So Dramatic!).
- She announced a split in October 2025 (realestate.com.au).
- She confirmed reunion in January 2026 (news.com.au).
What’s unclear
- Exact birth dates of Skye and Lachlan (ages derived from known years).
- Specific reasons for the breakup (only “messy” mentioned).
- Whether the relationship is stable long-term.
- Nature of the 2023 break (co-parenting arrangement vs actual separation).
- Whether the couple’s reconciliation is permanent.
“The breakup was messy. It was the longest we’ve ever been apart.”
— Skye Wheatley, via YouTube podcast, October 2025 (source)
In the same podcast, she described the relationship as being in “limbo” and said they would eventually try to sort things out.
For Skye and Lachy, the pattern is clear: breakups are temporary, but the underlying pressures — fame, parenting, personal growth — remain. For fans following the couple, the implication is that any future split announcement will likely be met with skepticism until a full separation is legally finalized. The question for the influencer community is whether this on-and-off cycle will eventually stabilize — or whether the next headline is already written.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Skye Wheatley’s real name?
Her full name is Skye Maree Wheatley-Young.
How many children does Skye Wheatley have?
Two sons with Lachlan Waugh.
Is Skye Wheatley still on TikTok?
Yes, she is active under the handle @skyemareewheatley with 396K followers.
Did Skye Wheatley win Big Brother?
No, she was a housemate on Big Brother Australia 2014 but did not win.
What is Lachlan Waugh known for?
He is known as “Lachy” from The Wiggles and as the father of Skye’s children.
When did Skye and Lachy first get together?
Their relationship began around 2020.
Does Skye Wheatley have a YouTube channel?
Yes, at @skyewheatleyofficial with 242K subscribers.
Daniel Harper is Editor-in-Chief at Coast Pulse, overseeing editorial standards, publication decisions and corrections.