Sofía Vergara

• (1997) TV commercial (Latin market; Spanish-language spokeswoman): Bally's Total Fitness Health Clubs.
• (2002) TV commercial (Spanish-language market): 10-10-987 telephone service.
• (2001) TV and newspaper ads (Guatemala): COMCEL (Comunicaciones Celulares), cell phone company.
• (2002) TV commercial: McDonald's.

She was educated at a private bilingual Spanish/English school. She then went on to study pre-dentistry. However, Sofía was discovered by a photographer, whilst at the beach, and this led to various jobs in modeling and television. At age 23, she was a runway model.

Modern Family The Hollywood hopeful moved to Los Angeles in 2005, and for the next few years, she acted in various films and television shows. But it was her starring role as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett in Modern Family that set her on a course of full-blown stardom beginning in 2009.

Sofía Vergara, (born July 10, 1972, Barranquilla, Colombia), Colombian American actress who was perhaps best known for her work on the television show Modern Family (2009–20).

Sofia Alexandra Richie Grainge (née Richie; born August 24, 1998) is an American social media personality and model. She has been featured in campaigns by a number of major brands including Tommy Hilfiger, Michael Kors, and Adidas.

Her journey to stardom began with a memorable Pepsi commercial at just 17 years old, leading her into modeling and hosting roles on Spanish-language TV networks. Her breakthrough came with the iconic role of Gloria Delgado-Pritchett in the hit sitcom "Modern Family," earning her numerous award nominations.

Vergara is unapologetic of her looks, accent and culture. She's authentic on and off the screen. Authenticity is the key, and she has perfectly endeared herself to Americans without losing her Latin American cred. (Meanwhile, other Latin American crossovers, like Shakira, have received plenty of backlash.)

In 2001, Vergara created “Peace and Hope for the Children of Colombia,” a foundation that has helped thousands of children in Colombia. She has also donated a pediatric cancer pavilion in her hometown, and currently dedicates her time giving back to this charity in Colombia.

It is a variant of Sophia, which comes directly from the Greek word σοφία, meaning “wisdom.” While both spellings are popular, Sofia is more fashionable in Italy and throughout the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking worlds.

Her breakthrough role was as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett on the American television series Modern Family (2009). In 2010-2013, she received four Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for this role. Sofía resides in Los Angeles, California with her son, Manolo.

Forbes “highest paid actress “for seven consecutive years, Sofia Vergara is an eminent personality, a successful American Actress, and a global entrepreneur. Born in 1972 in Barranquilla, Colombia, Sofia pursued dentistry but soon left the school to make her identity in the entertainment industry.

51 years (July 10, 1972)Sofía Vergara / Age