Sofia Vergara wasted no time in parting ways with her estranged husband, Joe Manganiello — but the actress is no longer 'officially' with Justin Saliman, according to insiders, who claim she simply isn't ready to 'settle down' and wants enjoy her life. single.
The couple first sparked dating rumors in October when they were pictured looking smitten in public and even enjoying a spicy clinch at a West Hollywood restaurant, just three months after she announced she was divorcing Joe, 47, who has since moved on with actress Caitlin O'Connor.
But the brief romance was reportedly more of a 'rebound' for Sofia, 'much to Justin's chagrin', with the orthopedic surgeon reportedly keen to see a future with the America's Got Talent judge, 51.
'There's still a spark between Justin and Sofia, but Sofia likes being considered single and ready to mingle. She doesn't want to settle for anyone even though there is a great bond with Justin,” an insider exclusively told DailyMail.com .
Sofia Vergara, 51, and Justin Saliman were first linked in October – pictured in Santa Monica in November
The Modern Family star and the orthopedic surgeon were 'over each other' during an intimate date – but she has now reportedly cooled their romance
The romance came just three months after Sofia and her estranged husband Joe Manganiello – pictured together in 2017 – announced their separation
'They may have a few dates and dinners again, but they are no longer an official couple – much to Justin's chagrin. It started out to be something great and sexy, but it was more of a rebound for Sofia because Justin wanted something more.
“They are still talking and Justin wants to get it back, but any kind of future between the two is more unknown when it comes to Sofia. She doesn't want to settle down with anyone now.'
The couple was last seen together on December 20 when they enjoyed dinner at Nobu in Malibu.
Sofia, who was recently pictured on a night out with Heidi Klum, appeared to ring in the new year without Justin.
She posted a photo on Instagram with her friends and wrote: “Wishing you all a safe, fun and productive 2024. Lots of love to all my followers.”
In November, sources claimed that Sofia was 'moving fast' and 'fell in love' with the medical professional, around the time the pair were pictured having some heavy petting in a restaurant.
They also looked beaten at an exhibition by Salma Hayek's brother Sami.
“Sofia has said goodbye to Joe and would like to never see him again,” a source told DailyMail.com at the time. 'Her relationship with Justin has ensured that she will never look back.
It was said that Sofia 'quickly fell in love' with Justin as they enjoyed a string of dates in the months following her divorce announcement
They were last pictured together at a dinner party on December 20, but Sofia is believed to be loving single life, 'much to Justin's chagrin'
Sofia enjoyed a night out with Heidi at Madeo restaurant in West Hollywood on December 19
'Justin is absolutely charming and handsome, and has a great job. He's not an actor and has a lot of self-confidence, and she's eating it all up.”
The insider continued, “She is very attracted to him and things are moving quickly. This is much more than a rebound. They have bonded over lost love and are just having a great time together.”
Their romance blossomed in the aftermath of her divorce from Joe.
The now estranged couple, who tied the knot in Florida in 2015, announced in a joint statement in July that they were seeking a divorce.
“We have made the difficult decision to divorce,” they wrote. “As two people who love and care for each other deeply, we politely ask that our privacy be respected at this time as we navigate this new phase of our lives.”
The couple had no children together. Sofia has son Mario, 32, with her ex-husband Joe Gonzalez.
Joe stepped out with his girlfriend Caitlin O'Connor in early December as they walked the red carpet for the Children of Armenia Fund Gala – photo
True Blood actor Joe is currently dating actress and TV presenter Caitlin O'Connor, 34.
The pair were first linked in September when they were pictured leaving a gym together in California.
The new couple made their relationship public at the Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) gala in New York City on December 9.
Sofia is currently gearing up for the release of her new Netflix show, Griselda, which debuts on January 25. The Emmy nominee plays real-life drug cartel leader Griselda Blanco in the six-episode series.
The actress and producer spent ten years investigating the Colombian who built a drug empire in Miami in the 1970s and 1980s.
