Sofia Vergara, the beloved Modern Family star, and actor Joe Manganiello, known for his role in Magic Mike, shocked fans in July 2023 when they announced their divorce after seven years of marriage. The couple, who had a whirlwind romance and married in November 2015, released a joint statement at the time, asking for privacy as they navigated the next chapter of their lives.
Why Did Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello Divorce?
After months of speculation, Sofia Vergara finally revealed the main reason behind their split. In an interview with Spanish newspaper El País in early 2024, Vergara explained that the couple had different views on having children. “My marriage broke up because my husband was younger; he wanted to have kids and I didn’t want to be an old mom. I feel it’s not fair to the baby.
I respect whoever does it, but that’s not for me anymore,” she said. Vergara, who already has a 32-year-old son, Manolo, from a previous relationship, added, “I’m ready to be a grandmother, not a mother”.
Joe Manganiello, for his part, confirmed that having children was discussed early in their relationship but disagreed that it was the only reason for the divorce. In an interview with Men’s Journal, Manganiello said, “We had a huge conversation right out of the gate during the first month we dated. I said, ‘If you’re done with kids, then I understand. Just tell me, and I’ll know what this is, and that’s okay.’ … We did try to have a family for the first year and a half, but it wasn’t inevitably why everything ended. … Sometimes people just grow apart”.
Life After Divorce: Sofia’s New Chapter
After the split, Sofia Vergara admitted she was initially panicked about dating again at 52. “I’m not really in a hurry anymore,” she shared in a recent interview, saying she’s enjoying her independence and focusing on what she wants in her next relationship. For a short time, she was linked to orthopedic surgeon Justin Saliman, with whom she shared photos from a romantic vacation in Italy in summer 2024.
Recently, rumors have swirled about a possible romance between Sofia and NFL legend Tom Brady after they were spotted together in Ibiza. However, sources close to both stars have called the reports “ridiculous,” stating that they are both just enjoying their single lives after public divorces.
Looking Forward
Sofia Vergara remains one of Hollywood’s most admired stars, handling her divorce with grace and honesty. She’s made it clear that, for her, the next chapter is about happiness, family, and maybe—just maybe—a little romance, but only on her own terms.
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