Sofia Vergara marked her 54th birthday with a celebration in Italy, sharing a bikini photo that garnered attention for her youthful appearance. The actress posted the image this week while vacationing with a group that included her son, Manolo, who is 34.
In the solo shot, Vergara is seen lounging on a boat along the Italian coastline. The photograph features her in a scarlet two-piece swimsuit, with her dark hair styled in waves and her makeup accentuating her complexion. She expressed gratitude for birthday wishes, stating it was the "best bday ever!!!" and humorously mentioning receiving "300 cakes" in Italy.
Vergara, who hails from Colombia, has previously discussed her approach to maintaining her physique. In a 2014 interview with Shape, she noted that indulging was often followed by more rigorous exercise, with her workout motto being "No pain, no cake!" She also shared that her perspective on food evolved after moving to Los Angeles in 2005, leading her to opt for lighter choices such as sushi and salads when dining with friends.
She has also attributed her appearance to a healthy lifestyle, stating in past comments reported by the Associated Press that she has never smoked and drinks in moderation. Vergara has also emphasized the importance of adequate sleep and avoiding excessive partying, though she has acknowledged a persistent struggle with sugar consumption.
Vergara's birthday trip to Italy followed her attendance at a Fourth of July party hosted by sports apparel entrepreneur Michael Rubin in the Hamptons. The event was attended by numerous celebrities, including Mike Tyson, Ivanka Trump, Alicia Keys, and Jay-Z. Reports had suggested that Rubin may have moved the party date to avoid a conflict with the potential wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Rubin later clarified that while his event date was known, the change was not made to specifically avoid Swift and Kelce's wedding, but rather to prevent guests from having to choose between events.
The Italian birthday celebration also occurred a few months after Vergara acknowledged her former "Modern Family" co-star Ed O'Neill's 80th birthday. She posted a humorous message wishing him a happy birthday, referring to him as her "favorite husband" and playfully mentioning missing him. Vergara gained significant recognition for her role as Gloria, the younger wife of O'Neill's character Jay Pritchett, in the sitcom "Modern Family," which aired from 2009 to 2020.