Actress Sofia Vergara has embraced the delights of la dolce vita while celebrating her latest birthday in grand style.

Turning 51 on Monday, Vergara went on a luxurious Italian vacation with friends, immersing herself in the beauty of the Mediterranean country, per PEOPLE.

The actress expressed her gratitude for reaching this milestone in a captivating makeup-free selfie shared on social media to commemorate the occasion.

She humorously acknowledged the passage of time, stating, "Waking up here on my 51st birthday," she captioned, translated from Spanish. "Still with health, dreams, energy (my knees already hurt) but with a lot of joy to live!"

Vergara's heartfelt post garnered a flurry of well-wishes from her dedicated followers, including a playful comment from her Modern Family co-star, Sarah Hyland.

Her America's Got Talent co-judges Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel were among those extending their warm regards.

Klum expressed her appreciation, affirming, "I love you, Sofia ️I am so lucky to have you in my life." At the same time, Mandel, ever the jester, added a touch of humor, exclaiming, "Happy birthday. @heidiklum is so lucky to have you in her life."

Notably, Vergara's son, Manolo, also took the opportunity to honor his beloved mother on her special day.

On his Instagram Story, he shared a cherished throwback photograph capturing the actress cradling him during his younger years, humorously dressed as a rodeo clown.

Accompanying the heartfelt image, Manolo affectionately captioned, "Happy Birthday ma!!!!! Te quiero mucho," emphasizing the deep love he holds for his remarkable mother.

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Sofia Vergara Celebrates 30M Followers on Instagram

In a remarkable social media milestone, Sofia Vergara recently achieved a remarkable feat, amassing a staggering 30 million followers on Instagram, Yahoo! Life noted.

She graced her feed with captivating photos showcasing her impeccable style and stunning physique to commemorate this significant occasion.

Contrary to expectations of a typical bikini ensemble, Vergara opted for a striking neon green one-piece bathing suit featuring high-cut sides, a cheeky backside, and a flattering square neckline.

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Against the backdrop of the picturesque Italian coastline, the actress posed on her hotel balcony, exuding confidence and elegance.

Her luscious caramel-highlighted hair cascaded down with a sleek straightness, parted precisely in the middle. Complementing her sun-kissed complexion, she adorned her lips with a soft pink hue while her eyes captivated with a subtle smoky allure, likely protected by her trusted Toty sunscreen.

Sofia Vergara humbly thanked her loyal supporters in a heartfelt caption accompanying the post. "30,000,000 followers!! ️️ Thank u to u all! Thank u for always being there for me! Thank u for always supporting me in everything I do," while sending affectionate "Besos from Italy!!," the actress captioned.

Sofia Vergara Celebrates Her 'Vicious' Dog's 10th Birthday

Actress Sofia Vergara recently took to Instagram to celebrate her beloved dog Bubble's birthday, sharing a heartwarming post that hinted at the day's vibrant festivities and humorously highlighted their unique dynamic, according to TODAY.

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In the post's caption, Vergara said, "Feliz 10th cumpleaños my sweet, vicious Bubbles!" as she wished her furry companion a happy 10th birthday in Spanish.

Playfully acknowledging their affectionate yet mischievous relationship, she added, "No matter how many times u bite me, I will always love u."

The photo featured Vergara's dog dressed in a charming leopard print dress, captured in the act of appreciating a delectably frosted pink cake adorned with a flamingo topper.

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Written by: Bert Hoover

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