Who is Caitlin O'Connor? Joe Manganiello's 'witty' new girlfriend after Sofia Vergara

Their romance came to light in September, with insiders sharing that they started dating after crossing paths at an informal after-party for HBO's Winning Time.

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Joe Manganiello is back in the dating scene with a new partner.

After his split from America's Got Talent star Sofia Vergara, the Magic Mike star has begun a relationship with actor Caitlin O'Connor.

Their romance came to light in September, with insiders sharing that they started dating after crossing paths at an informal after-party for HBO's Winning Time. The couple recently made their relationship official, stepping out together for the first time in New York City.

Here's the lowdown on Joe's new flame.

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Caitlin, originally from Los Angeles, spent her childhood in Uniontown, Pennsylvania. Post-high school, she returned to L.A. to study English at UCLA.

Earlier in her career, Caitlin worked at Disneyland, taking on the role of Sleeping Beauty.

She's mostly recognized for her work as a host and actress, having interviewed a diverse group of celebrities for ArsenicTV and Maxim Magazine, including stars like Hailey Bieber and Post Malone.



20th Children Of Armenia Fund Gala

Joe Manganiello and Caitlin O'Connor pose on the red carpet (Image: Getty)

Caitlin has made her mark in the entertainment industry with roles in various films and TV shows. Her appearances include Two and a Half Men, Key & Peele, and Southpaw. Recently, she was featured in HBO's Winning Time as Dyan Cannon.

Sources revealed to People in September that Caitlin and Joe first crossed paths at a low-key Winning Time after-party, striking up a conversation in the hot tub.

Later that month, insiders confirmed that the duo were officially a couple, enjoying time together away from Los Angeles.

"They're both really funny together. He laughs at her a lot because she'll crack these witty jokes," the source stated. "She's really witty. So sweet and smart. And he's cool."



Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara at the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones - Arrivals

Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara on the red carpet in 2019 (Image: Getty)

Several months after their romance became public, the couple stepped out together for the first time on the red carpet at the Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) Gala in New York City.

Joe and Caitlin were seen cozying up, arms around each other, happily posing for pictures on the red carpet.

This marks Joe's first relationship since his separation from Sofia in July, ending their seven-year marriage, which they confirmed with a joint statement.



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