Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello dating news has been reported by several media outlets following the two's date at Li'l Dizzy's Café in New Orleans on July 6. An eyewitness tells Us Magazine that the two television stars kissed and held hands and even took photos with other diners despite the crowd.

The 'Modern Family' actress recently parted ways with her fiancé Nick Loeb whom she dated for the past 4 years. As per the 41-year-old star, her split with Loeb took place for they were unable to manage their hectic schedules.

The 'True Blood' actor, on the other hand, was single when he encountered Vergara. He was previously engaged to Audi Marie and has likewise dated Bridget Peters. Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello met last month during the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington D.C.

One insider says that the relationship is "very new" and that Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello are still getting to know each other.

"This is all new and fun and exciting. Joe is over the moon for Sophia. Crazy love stuff," said one source to Hollywood Life. Several publications are touting Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello as the new generation's Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie because of the new couple's "combined sex appeal" as reported by E! Online

Another insider claims that the hunk has been crushing on the brunette beauty for quite some time now: "Sofia is Joe's dream girl! He's been smitten with her for years. He's always had a huge crush on her. Things are going well for them so far."

In his previous interview with People magazine for its 'Hottest Bachelors' issue, Manganiello was once asked about the then engaged Vergara to which he responded: "You're gonna get me in trouble. I don't want to be like a home-wrecker. This person is engaged. She's got the curves, she's got a beautiful face, beautiful hair, just gorgeous. Naturally beautiful. She's feisty!"

Vergara is currently filming 'Don't Mess with Texas' with Reese Witherspoon. Manganiello visited his lady love on the Fourth of July.