Poinbank Exchange|Sofía Vergara Reflects on "Very Difficult" Year After Joe Manganiello Breakup

Sofía Vergara is ready to buzz in a new chapter.

After a 2023 that included a breakup with Joe Manganiello as well as the SAG-AFTRA strike,Poinbank Exchange the America's Got Talent judge is looking ahead.

"I've had a very interesting year," Sofía told People in a Nov. 16 interview. "I don't want to say 'bad' or anything like that, but it's been very interesting and very difficult." 

"I went through a divorce this year, the SAG strike that went on for so long," she continued. "I've seen my friends struggle—some had to take their kids out of their schools or had problems with their mortgages, so it's been a weird, weird year." 

Still, Sofía remains hopeful for the future. 

"It's not like it's bad," the Modern Family star added. "I think all the things are resolving, everything is going to be okay and I'm very excited for next year."

Sofía and Joe announced their breakup in July and proceeded to file for divorce shortly after.

"We have made the difficult decision to divorce," they told Page Six in a joint statement at the time. "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."

And while neither the Hot Pursuit actress nor the Magic Mike actor have publicly commented on their current relationship statuses, they've both been spotted with other people. Earlier this month, Sofía was seen hanging out with orthopedic surgeon Justin Saliman. Meanwhile, Joe was photographed leaving the gym with actress Caitlin O'Connor in September.

Otherwise, Sofía and Joe have continued to focus on work—including her new Netflix series Griselda and his movie Nonnas—and hang out with friends. In fact, she recently reunited with her Modern Family costars for a fun get-together.

"So lucky to have worked with this people for 11 years," Sofía wrote on Instagram Nov. 16. "I love and miss u all guys!!!" 

To look back at her relationship with Joe, keep reading.

The A-list couple stun at the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscars Party in Beverly Hills on March 12.

Vergara and Manganiello enjoy a romantic getaway to Italy in the summer of 2022.

The two tour the stunning Italian countryside.

Vergara gets support from her hubby and son on set during the final day of filming Modern Family in 2020.

The duo celebrate Valentine's Day 2020 with a sizzling Instagram pic.

Manganiello and Vergara attend the 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards in L.A. in January 2020.

The duo celebrate New Year's Eve on Dec. 31, 2019.

The True Blood alum holds his lady tight while celebrating her 47th birthday in July 2019.

The couple shares an adorable photo while celebrating Valentine's Day 2019.

Vergara presents her other half with The Shooting Star award during the 2019 Maui Film Festival in June 2019 in Wailea, Hawaii.

The famous couple got spooky with Sofia Vergara's son Manolo for Halloween 2018.

The duo got all dressed up for a night on the town.

We just want to find someone that looks at us like these two look at each other.

It's a love story, we're so glad they said YES!

The couple enjoyed a much needed vacay together.

Their love for each other is undeniable!

It's no secret that this Hollywood couple shines in everything they do, especially together.

Sofia Vergara threw her husband the ultimate Coachella-themed 40th Birthday Bash.

They are the definition of color-coordinated couple goals.

According to a source, "They work out together, watch football together, go out to eat and to movies."

Whether it is the 4th of July or New Years Eve, this happy couple is celebrating together.

Not sure what we love more: This beautiful couple or the stunning view behind them.

 "Joe makes Sofia feel like she is the most important woman in the world," says our E! insider.

Why Netflix & chill when you can get dressed up and attend the Solo: A Star Wars Movie premiere together?

"I've never seen two people so truly in love. The way they talk to each other, touch each other—it's incredible," said a friend of the couple.

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello said "I do" on November 21, 2015.

According to a friend of the couple, "She thinks he's gorgeous and sexy and she can't get enough of him. He is the nicest guy in the world and treats her like a queen. He's everything."

Joe Manganiello popped the question to Sofia Vergara on December 25, 2014.

The couple did some last minute shopping ahead of their first Christmas together.

Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara made their official red carpet debut as a couple at the Star Wars: The Force Awakens world premiere.