Sofia Vergara wants to take things slow with Justin Saliman after Joe Manganiello split, reveals source
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Sofia Vergara is seemingly taking things slow with their new beau Dr Justin Saliman after splitting with her Joe Manganiello this year.
The ‘America’s Got Talent’ judge was captured with Dustin by paparazzi, and as per an insider, the actress has decided to not push things too far right now.
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Sofia Vergara is keeping it private with new beau Justin Saliman
The source said as per ET, "They like each other a lot, but Sofia is also taking things slow."
They added, "Sofia and Justin have a lot of fun together and Sofia always keeps everyone around her laughing and in positive spirits. Justin likes that she takes pride in keeping her personal life private, that she’s upfront and honest, and that she can be her genuine self with him."
As for how Vergara's family and friends feel about her new romance, the source said they "just want her to be happy."
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Talking more about their current outlook on the relationship, the insider told the outlet, “They have been a good support system and are always uplifting her and reminding her of her own inner strength."
They further added the ‘Modern Family’ alum is "in a healthy space and feeling good about where her personal and professional life both stand."
"Sofia is striving to be the best person she can be and focused on learning from the past in order to create a better and more fruitful future," the source said.
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Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara end their marriage
Joe Manganiello and Sofia called off their marriage in July, and now the latter is reportedly "feeling empowered that she can close the previous chapter in her life without any animosity."
In their joint statement, the two said, “We have made the difficult decision to divorce. As two people that love and care for one another very much, we politely ask for respect of our privacy at this time as we navigate this new phase of our lives.”
A source at that time said as per Page Six, “Sofía and Joe have been growing apart for a while now and are taking some distance from each other to contemplate their future.”
"Joe and Sofia have both accepted that they're moving on and it's a very mutual feeling," the source said, "They equally wish each other well."