Divorce is never easy, and when you’re a public figure like Sofía Vergara, the process can become even more challenging. The 51-year-old actress recently spoke candidly about her experience with CBS Sunday Morning, shedding light on what it’s like to go through a high-profile split.
Last July, News broke of Vergara and Joe Manganiello, 47, ending their seven-year marriage. In her interview, Sofia Vergara revealed that she anticipated the media frenzy that followed the announcement.
Sofia Vergara: “You can’t hide those things”
“I’ve been moving on. You’re out there [in the public eye] and people know that’s part of being a celebrity,” she shared. “I knew it was gonna happen. You can’t hide those things.”
Despite her expectations, Sofia Vergara admitted that the coverage of their divorce turned out to be surprisingly accurate and respectful, which made the process more manageable for her.
“It wasn’t bad,” she said of the media’s handling of the news. “I think, you know, I have to say the press was very respectful and very nice. And I thought that they were gonna invent more things, and you know how it usually is.”
Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello released a joint statement, announcing their decision to divorce and requesting privacy during this challenging time. Sources close to the couple revealed that they had been growing apart for a while and needed space to evaluate their future.
Following their announcement, Manganiello filed for divorce, citing “irreconcilable differences.” He enlisted the help of prominent celebrity divorce attorney Laura Wasser, known for her work with high-profile clients.
While some reports speculated that Manganiello’s desire to have children was a factor in their split, others suggested that Sofia Vergara felt stifled in the marriage. Throughout the ordeal, Vergara remained focused on her son, Manolo, whom she shares with her ex-husband, Joe Gonzalez.
As Sofia Vergara’s Divorce continues to navigate this new chapter in her life, she remains grateful for the support she has received and is looking forward to the future with optimism and resilience.
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