Summary
- Sofia Vergara made a cheerful appearance post-knee surgery, flaunting blue blouse and jeans while recovering in style.
- Sofia's recovery journey with a knee surgery remains shrouded in secrecy, yet her new romance with doctor Justin Saliman is public.
- Despite divorce from Joe Manganiello over kids discrepancy, Sofia seems happy with new beau Saliman, appreciating his humor and respect.
Sofia Vergara made her first public appearance following knee surgery, and she seemed to be in good spirits despite her ongoing health issues.
Last week, the Modern Family star was spotted strolling through Los Angeles with her dog in tow. Sporting a light blue patterned blouse adorned with a bow neckline feature, she paired it with blue jeans and shaded her eyes with dark sunglasses.
Sofia Still Won’t Reveal Why She Needed Knee Surgery
Concealing her knee injury under her jeans, Sofia navigated with the assistance of a few companions who helped carry a stroller for her dog. Clutching her chihuahua wrapped in a blanket, Sofia seems to have spent the last three weeks recuperating at her residence, prioritizing her full recovery. But her latest appearance makes it seem like she’s back in action, or at least getting back into routine.
Sofia underwent the emergency surgery last month, though this was the first time she’s been spotted walking about in public since. While the actress hasn’t disclosed why she needed to go under the knife, she did keep fans updated with her recovery in recent weeks, including the fact that she’s dating her doctor, Justin Saliman, who was overseeing her recovery.
Sofia’s New Boyfriend Helped With Her Recovery
In mid-April, she took to her Instagram Story to share insights into her recovery journey following the procedure, offering her followers a glimpse into how she’d been faring at home. She included a snapshot showcasing herself lounging in bed, with her right leg elevated on a pillow, securely wrapped in gauze, with a monitoring device carefully positioned on top.
While Sofia's recuperating knee was the primary focus of the photo, fans also took note of another significant detail. In the frame, her new partner, Dr. Saliman, was captured tenderly attending to her needs.
The orthopedic surgeon, still dressed in his scrubs, could be seen flashing a warm smile as he gently assisted with her leg.
"If you ever get a major knee surgery make sure you get a handsome doctor who will sleep with you that night!!!!" Sofia playfully captioned the image, implying that not only was Dr. Saliman responsible for overseeing her procedure and subsequent recovery, but also hinting at their official relationship status.
Sofia and Justin have been romantically associated since July of last year, yet they have maintained a level of discretion regarding the details of their relationship. However, they have not hesitated to enjoy public dinner outings together.
“Although Sofía has been dating Justin for a short while, they’ve gotten fairly close over the past several weeks,” an insider shared with Us Weekly in October. “The attraction is there and he’s definitely her type.”
“He’s run in similar circles as Sofía for years, so her celebrity status isn’t something that intimidates him whatsoever,” they went on. “Sofía is attracted to his sense of humor and his intelligence. Plus, he’s a total gentleman and treats her with nothing but respect. She’s excited to see where things go.”
Sofia was previously married to Joe Manganiello, though they finalized their divorce earlier this year after splitting in 2023 amid reports she didn’t want kids while he did.
