: Sofía Vergara is a Colombian-American actress, model, and entrepreneur, best known for her role as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett on the hit television series "Modern Family" (2009–2020). Born on July 10, 1972, in Barranquilla, Colombia, Vergara initially pursued a career in dentistry before being discovered by a photographer, which led to modeling and television opportunities in her native country. Her big break in Hollywood came with "Modern Family", where her portrayal of the fiery and humorous Gloria earned her critical acclaim, numerous award nominations, and widespread recognition. Vergara was nominated for multiple Emmy Awards and Golden Globes for her role, and her work...