Sofía Vergara
Actress • Model • Entrepreneur
Biography & Career Highlights
Sofía Vergara is a Colombian-American actress, model, and businesswoman best known for her role as Gloria Pritchett on the hit ABC sitcom Modern Family. Her charisma, comedic timing, and powerful business sense have made her one of the most influential Latina figures in Hollywood.
Early Life & Education
Born on July 10, 1972, in Barranquilla, Colombia, Sofía began her career in modeling after being discovered by a photographer while walking on a beach. She studied dentistry at the National University of Colombia but left two semesters before graduating to pursue entertainment.
- Breakthrough: Started as a model and TV host in Colombia before transitioning to U.S. television.
- First Big Role: Co-hosted Fuera de Serie on Univision, which gained her international exposure.
Career Milestones
Vergara achieved global fame with her Emmy-nominated role on Modern Family (2009–2020), where she became one of the highest-paid actresses on television.
- Modern Family: Earned four Golden Globe nominations, four Emmy nominations, and seven Screen Actors Guild Awards.
- Film Roles: Appeared in hit movies like Chef, Hot Pursuit, and Four Brothers.
- Judge: Currently serves as a judge on America’s Got Talent.
Entrepreneurship
Beyond acting, Sofía has built a multimillion-dollar business empire through strategic partnerships and brand ventures.
- Endorsements: Partnered with Pepsi, Head & Shoulders, and CoverGirl.
- Business Ventures: Founder of clothing, fragrance, and furniture lines sold across major U.S. retailers.
- Forbes Recognition: Featured on Forbes’ list of World’s Highest-Paid Actresses multiple times.
Personal Life
Sofía Vergara became a U.S. citizen in 2014. She is known for her philanthropy and strong advocacy for Latin representation in Hollywood.
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