Actress Sofia Pernas Opens Up About Love Story with Co-Star Justin Hartley, Teases On-Screen Chemistry in ‘Tracker’

Actress Sofia Pernas shares the details of her blossoming romance with co-star Justin Hartley in a recent interview. The couple’s love story began when they first met on the set of the soap opera The Young and the Restless. Pernas recalls her initial impression of Hartley, noting his intense dedication to his craft.

At the time of their first meeting, Hartley was married to actress Chrishell Stause, keeping their relationship purely platonic. However, following Hartley’s divorce in 2019 and Pernas’ personal life taking a turn, the two actors began to explore a romantic connection.

Pernas revealed that in early 2020, she reached out to Hartley with a casual text message, initiating a gradual shift from friends to something more. Initially, the pair started as ‘pen pals,’ but the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic brought them closer together.

Despite the challenges of the global health crisis, Pernas notes that their relationship only grew stronger during quarantine. She emphasized the importance of their friendship as the foundation of their romance, highlighting their ability to navigate through difficulties seamlessly.

Now, Sofia Pernas and Justin Hartley are both starring in the CBS series Tracker together, marking a significant step in their professional and personal lives. The actress teased the on-screen chemistry between their characters, hinting at a complex dynamic filled with history and tension.

Pernas shared insights into her character’s development on the show, describing her as a fellow ‘reward seeker’ with a unique skill set complementary to Hartley’s character. She discussed the evolving storyline and the potential for her character’s return to the series.

While filming Tracker, Pernas and Hartley had the opportunity to enhance their scenes by incorporating spontaneous moments of intimacy. The actress mentioned the unscripted kissing scenes, attributing them to the characters’ shared history and heightened emotions.

As Pernas’ episode on Tracker is set to air on March 24, fans can witness the chemistry between the two co-stars and speculate on the future of their characters’ relationship on the show.