Sofia Vergara recently opened up about her divorce from Joe Manganiello, revealing a poignant reason for their split after seven years of marriage.
In an interview with El País, she shared that they disagreed on having more children. Vergara, 51, already has a 32-year-old son from a previous marriage, and at 47, Manganiello desired children, while she didn’t wish to be an older mother.
“My marriage broke up because my husband was younger; he wanted to have kids and I didn’t want to be an old mom,” Vergara expressed, citing fairness to the potential child. She respects those who choose parenthood later but clarified it’s not her path anymore. She humorously noted her readiness to become a grandmother rather than a mother, envisioning a future role as a supportive grandmother.
The couple officially announced their separation in July 2023, followed by Manganiello filing for divorce citing “irreconcilable differences.” While Manganiello has moved on, Vergara highlighted her single status during a recent appearance on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, emphasizing her contentment with her decision. The article respects Vergara’s choice, acknowledging that while older parents can successfully care for young children, it’s not a universal choice.
