The Untold Story: Manganiello Breaks Silence on Vergara Divorce

In a candid interview, Joe Manganiello sheds light on the real reasons behind his high-profile divorce from Sofía Vergara, shedding new insight into the personal struggles that led to the end of their seven-year marriage.

Unveiling the Truth: Manganiello Speaks Out

The Desire for Children: A Misunderstood Narrative

Contrary to Vergara's previous claims, Manganiello insists that the desire for more children was not the sole driving force behind their split. "There's been a lot said in the press about me wanting a family. That's simply not true," the actor clarifies in a recent interview with Men's Journal. He acknowledges that they did try to have a family in the early stages of their relationship, but emphasizes that it was not an "inevitabl[e]" reason for the end of their marriage.Manganiello explains that he had an open and honest conversation with Vergara about his desire for children, and she assured him that it was not a dealbreaker. "I said, 'If you're done with kids, then I understand. Just tell me, and I'll know what this is, and that's OK.' But that wasn't the case with her. And I swore to her that I would never leave if it didn't work out. And I didn't," he reveals.

The Gradual Drift: When Two People Grow Apart

Manganiello emphasizes that the breakdown of his marriage to Vergara was not due to a sudden ultimatum or a "midlife crisis," as some reports had suggested. Instead, he attributes it to a more gradual process of the two people growing apart over time."It's because two people grew apart, and sometimes that happens," he explains. Manganiello refutes the notion that he had given Vergara an ultimatum, stating, "To be painted as if I had some sort of midlife crisis, and after nine years, turned to somebody and gave them an ultimatum of, 'Do this potentially unhealthy thing to your body, or else I'm gone?' That's never who I was."

Navigating the Aftermath: A Mutual Respect and Understanding

Despite the challenges they faced, Manganiello and Vergara have maintained a level of mutual respect and understanding throughout the divorce process. In their joint statement announcing the split, the former couple expressed their desire for "respect for our privacy at this time as we navigate this new phase of our lives."Manganiello's interview with Men's Journal further reinforces this sentiment, as he acknowledges the complexities of their relationship and the need for privacy during this transition. "We did try to have a family for the first year and a half," he says, underscoring the effort they put into their marriage before ultimately deciding to go their separate ways.

Moving Forward: New Chapters, New Beginnings

Both Manganiello and Vergara have since moved on to new relationships, signaling a fresh start for each of them. Vergara is currently dating orthopedic surgeon Justin Saliman, while Manganiello has been linked to actress Caitlin O'Connor.The former couple's ability to navigate the end of their marriage with grace and maturity is a testament to their commitment to finding closure and moving forward in a positive manner. As they embark on new chapters in their lives, the insights shared by Manganiello offer a deeper understanding of the complexities that can arise even in the most high-profile of relationships.