Sofia Vergara, known for her role in Modern Family, is currently enjoying her 51st birthday celebration in Italy. During her trip, she has been open about the challenges of aging and has shared her thoughts on social media.

In an Instagram post, Vergara shared a photo of herself with a beautiful backdrop of water. She humorously referenced her age and the realities of getting older, stating, “Waking up here on my 51st birthday! Still healthy, dreams, energy, (my knees already hurt, yes) but with a lot of joy to live! Thank you all for the messages!!”

Her witty caption about her knees and aging garnered attention from fellow celebrities. Model Heidi Klum left a heartfelt message, expressing her gratitude for having Vergara in her life, while comedian Howie Mandel acknowledged Klum’s comment and joined in the birthday wishes. Sarah Hyland, Vergara’s co-star from Modern Family, simply responded with laughter.

Vergara’s ex-husband Joe Gonzalez and their son Manolo also sent their birthday wishes. Manolo shared a video montage of adorable photos of his mother throughout the years, accompanied by a sweet message expressing his love and anticipation for her future.