Modern Family star Sofia Vergara has once again fuelled romance rumours after being photographed with handsome businessman Douglas Chabbott during a weekend getaway in Las Vegas. The Colombian actress shared a glimpse of their time together on her Instagram Stories, showing the pair enjoying themselves at the Beauty And Essex venue in the entertainment capital.
Las Vegas Getaway Sparks Fresh Romance Speculation
The 51-year-old actress and the 39-year-old entrepreneur appeared side-by-side in the social media post, with Vergara simply captioning the image "Beauty And Essex Las Vegas." This isn't the first time the pair have been spotted together, suggesting their connection has been developing over several months.
Their relationship timeline shows multiple public appearances together throughout 2024. In September, they were seen leaving the Oasis concert at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena together. The summer also brought sightings, including when Chabbott joined Vergara for her 53rd birthday celebration at the exclusive Nammos restaurant in Sardinia.
A Growing Connection Evident Through Social Media
Just one day before her birthday festivities, Sofia shared a sweet message from Chabbott on her social media platforms, further indicating their close bond. The pair also follow each other on social media, allowing fans to track their digital interactions.
Chabbott, a Babson College graduate, moves in celebrity circles with famous friends including Camilla Belle, Orlando Bloom, Derek Hough and Dakota Johnson. Previous sightings have shown the couple getting close in romantic European destinations including Rome and Cannes.
Vergara's Relationship Criteria Revealed
Vergara has been openly discussing what she seeks in her next serious relationship since her divorce from Joe Manganiello was finalised in 2024 after eight years of marriage. The Hollywood star recently shared her criteria during an appearance on the Today show.
"I want to say the basic stuff, like health and somebody that loves me. And somebody tall, handsome," she revealed. However, she added a crucial financial requirement: "I want somebody that has as much money as me or more, because if not, it's a nightmare. They end up resenting you."
Despite her specific requirements, Vergara admitted to feeling initial panic about dating in her fifties. "I've been single now for a year and a half, and I kind of panicked once I got divorced. I was like, 'I'm 52, what's gonna happen? Where am I going to find [someone]?'" she shared.
However, the actress now says she's "not really in a hurry anymore" to find love. Her brief romance with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Justin Saliman followed her high-profile split from Manganiello, showing she's been navigating the dating world since becoming single.
Vergara has also shown flexibility in her dating preferences, telling People magazine last year that she can't afford to be too "picky" about potential partners given the dating challenges for women in their fifties.
As romance rumours with Douglas Chabbott continue to circulate, fans will be watching closely to see if this connection develops into the financially secure partnership Vergara has clearly stated she desires.
