Sofía Vergara
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Overview

Sofía Margarita Vergara Vergara is a Colombian and American actress and television personality, best known for her role as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett in the ABC sitcom Modern Family and her recent portrayal of Griselda Blanco in the Netflix miniseries Griselda. Her career spans various roles in television and film, as well as business ventures and philanthropic activities.
Main Milestones
Birth
July 10, 1972
Sofía Margarita Vergara Vergara was born in Barranquilla, Colombia, to a Roman Catholic family. Her mother, Margarita Vergara de Vergara, was a homemaker, and her father, Julio Enrique Vergara Robayo, was a cattle rancher for the meat industry.
Early Career
1995-1998
Vergara co-hosted the travel show Fuera de serie, which aired on Univision and gave her exposure in the United States. This marked the beginning of her television career.
Immigration to the United States
1998
Following the murder of her older brother Rafael in Colombia, Vergara immigrated to the United States, settling in Miami, Florida, to escape the unrest.
Big Screen Debut
2002
Vergara made her big-screen debut in Disney's Big Trouble, marking a significant step in her film career.
Modern Family
2009-2020
Vergara starred as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett in the ABC sitcom Modern Family, earning multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations and becoming one of the highest-paid actresses in the United States.
Diversifying Roles
2011
Vergara appeared in films such as New Year's Eve and The Three Stooges, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Business Ventures
2014
Vergara launched her first fragrance, 'Sofia by Sofia Vergara,' and continued to expand her brand with additional fragrances and a fashion line for Kmart.
Awards and Recognition
2015
Vergara received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was honored with the inaugural Screen Actors Guild Foundation Actors Inspiration Award for her philanthropic work.
America's Got Talent
2020-present
Vergara became a judge on the television talent show America's Got Talent, further solidifying her presence in the entertainment industry.
Griselda
2024
Vergara portrayed Griselda Blanco in the Netflix miniseries Griselda, earning critical acclaim and additional award nominations.