Sofia Vergara, well-known as a judge on America’s Got Talent, recently found herself at the center of a joke made by Howie Mandel. The joke was in reference to the fact that she is now single for the first time in nearly a decade. During a lie-detector test on the show, Mandel asked Vergara if there was anyone in the audience she’s interested in. However, much to the disappointment of the audience and Mandel, Vergara refused to answer and walked back to her seat. It seems this incident has sparked online backlash towards Mandel, especially since this is not the first time he has made a joke about Vergara’s singleness.

Mandel’s Jokes on Sofia’s Singleness

Just a few weeks ago, Mandel made a similar joke when a young contestant on the show was looking for an eligible bachelor for her puppet. Mandel suggested that she should have talked to Sofia, as she is currently single and available. While Vergara seemed to laugh at the joke, her fans online did not take it well.

Mandel’s Defense and Sofia’s Take

In defense of himself, Mandel stated in an interview with Extra that he didn’t think the joke was “too soon” and mentioned that Vergara herself found it funny. He emphasized that he wouldn’t do anything to hurt a friend and fellow co-worker. However, the online backlash towards Mandel continues.

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello, one of Hollywood’s beloved couples, announced their separation on July 17 after 7 years of marriage. Just two days later, Joe filed for divorce, citing “irreconcilable differences,” as most celebrities do. While the details of their divorce remain private, the couple released a joint statement expressing that it was a mutual decision and requested privacy during this transition phase.

Clashing Desires: Children and Prenuptial Agreements

There have been speculations that Joe’s desire for children contributed to the breakdown of their marriage. It is reported that the couple had a prenuptial agreement in place, and it seems that conflicting desires regarding starting a family caused a rift between them.

Sofia’s Journey Continues

Sofia’s 51st birthday came shortly before the announcement of their separation. As a mother with one child from a previous relationship, she now embarks on a new chapter in her life.

Stay tuned for updates on Sofia’s journey, as she navigates through this difficult time and finds new paths and possibilities in her life.