Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello’s marriage has reportedly come to an end after seven years together. One of the contributing factors to their split was Manganiello’s strong desire to have children, which intensified as he approached 50. It remains unclear where Vergara stood on the issue when they tied the knot back in 2015.
In a 2016 interview, Vergara mentioned that her husband wanted kids and she was open to the possibility of expanding their family. However, she also made it clear that natural conception wouldn’t be an option. The 49-year-old actress already has a 31-year-old son from her previous marriage, but there were indications that she may have wanted another child at some point. Whether that would have been possible with Manganiello was uncertain.
In fact, Vergara had taken proactive measures in 2013 by freezing embryos from her IVF treatments, leading to a court battle with her former fiancé over ownership. However, despite their individual wishes regarding children, Manganiello officially filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. Fortunately, a prenuptial agreement is reportedly in place, ensuring that both parties will retain their respective assets.
It’s evident that the former couple had contrasting opinions about starting a family, which ultimately played a role in their breakup. Sofia and Joe released a joint statement announcing their split and requesting privacy as they navigate this new phase of their lives. Currently, Vergara is celebrating her 51st birthday in Italy with friends.
The couple first met in 2014 through a mutual co-star and began dating shortly after Vergara ended her engagement with Nick Loeb. In an interview, Manganiello attributed the success of their relationship to trust and prioritizing the other person’s needs above their own.
While their marriage may have come to an end, Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello will undoubtedly be remembered as one of Hollywood’s iconic celebrity couples who faced their fair share of challenges. As they embark on separate paths, fans can only hope that both will find happiness and fulfillment in their individual journeys.
