Who is Sofia Vergara dating? 'AGT' Season 19 judge spotted on romantic getaway with rumored beau
ROME, ITALY: Shortly after Sofía Vergara and Joe Manganiello filed for divorce in July 2023, rumors about new relationships began to swirl. In October of that year, the judge from Season 19 of 'America's Got Talent' was spotted having dinner with orthopedic physician Justin D Saliman from Los Angeles.
Vergara remained tight-lipped about the connection until April 2024, when she confirmed it on Instagram Stories.
Fans of Sofía Vergara quickly inferred that she was in a joyful new relationship based on her Instagram Stories and subtle hints. The 'Modern Family' alumna shared pictures of herself and Justin enjoying the Italian sun in July 2024.
In the first picture, Sofía Vergara sat contentedly in a chair, wearing a cheerful yellow frock. Another photo featured her partner, dressed in blue shorts and a white T-shirt, lounging on a couch. She captioned the pictures with a heart emoji.
Along with looking stunning in a blue floral outfit, the Golden Globe contender also shared pictures from her Italian getaway with partner Justin and her son, Manolo. Sofia wrote, "Best vacation partners," as the caption for a picture of herself with pals and Manolo and Justin.
She wore a floor-length, strapless dress, standing against a rustic yellow wall with a breathtaking Italian view in the distance. Earlier, Sofía looked stunning in a figure-hugging red floral dress as she posed with the group against another beautiful backdrop.
'AGT' Season 19 judge Sofia Vergara's beau Justin Saliman is a renowned surgeon
According to his website, Beverly Hills-based orthopedic surgeon Justin D. Saliman, MD, is trained in sports medicine at Stanford University and practices at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. Before relocating to Los Angeles, Justin managed the sports medicine departments at Santa Clara University, Stanford University, and the San Francisco 49ers.
As if being an innovator and entrepreneur weren’t challenging enough, Justin is also a surgeon. He developed the NovoStitch Pro Meniscal Repair System and founded Ceterix Orthopedics to help surgeons repair meniscus tears and maintain the stability and natural health of patients' knees.
Thanks to his dedication, Justin has not only established a successful surgical practice but has also accumulated considerable wealth from his business ventures. In 2019, the major medical equipment manufacturer Smith & Nephew paid a staggering $105 million to acquire Ceterix Orthopedics!
Who was Justin Saliman married to?
Actress Bree Turner and Justin were previously married and have two children together. Bree, well-known for her role as Rosalee Calvert in the science fiction police drama Grimm, is also a talented actress and dancer.
Turner has also made noteworthy TV appearances in 'Masters of Horror', 'Cold Case', and 'Spin City'. Her film credits include 'The Ugly Truth', 'Just My Luck', 'The Wedding Planner', 'Joe Dirt', 'American Pie 2', and 'Bring It On Again'.
The former couple has two children: Stella Jean and Dean. Justin and Bree were married at the Santa Monica Casa Del Mar Hotel in 2008. However, on March 2, 2018, ten years later, Bree filed for divorce.
In court filings, the actress cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their breakup. Bree requested spousal support but also asked the court to deny Justin's claim to alimony.
Bree also requested shared physical and legal custody of their children. In response, Justin sought to halt Bree's alimony payments and requested spousal support. After their divorce was filed in November 2019, Bree received an order for $3,000 monthly spousal maintenance from Justin until April 30, 2025, or until she remarries.
Justin's demands were denied. Additionally, he is required to pay $4,000 a month in child support until the children turn 19. Both legal and physical custody of their children are shared between them.
Joe Manganiello filed for divorce from 'AGT' Season 19 judge Sofia Vergara
While still navigating her divorce from Joe, Sofía appears to be taking gradual steps with Justin. Joe filed for divorce after nine years of marriage, citing "irreconcilable differences."
Joe told Men's Journal that their split stemmed from their growing distance from each other, despite Sofía's assertion that they separated because he wanted more children and she did not.
