Sofia Vergara Makes Emmy History

Sofia Vergara made history Wednesday after she earned her fifth Emmy Award nomination. This is a significant milestone in her illustrious career. This nomination recognizes her portrayal of real-life drug queenpin Griselda Blanco in the Netflix miniseries Griselda, marking the first dramatic role of Vergara’s career. The accolade is particularly momentous as it makes the Colombia-born actress the first Latina, born in a Latin country, to be nominated in the “Lead Actress in a Limited Series” category.

Vergara’s four prior Emmy nominations (2010-2013) were for her iconic role as Gloria Pritchett in ABC’s Modern Family, under the “Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series” category. Her comedic prowess in Modern Family obviously has gotten worldwide acclaim, but Griselda has showcased a different side of her talent, demonstrating her versatility as an actress.

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Created by Eric Newman, Doug Miro, Ingrid Escajeda, and Carlo Bernard, Griselda chronicles the life of Colombian-born Griselda Blanco, who masterminded one of the most profitable cartels in history. Set in the time of 1970s-80s Miami, the series dives into Blanco’s ruthless blend of unsuspected savagery and charm, which helped her expertly navigate between business and family.

Vergara’s portrayal of Blanco has been met with critical acclaim, with many praising her ability to bring depth to such a complex character.

As the Emmy Awards approach, all eyes will be on Vergara, who has already made history with her nomination. Whether she takes home the award or not, her achievement serves as an inspiration for many aspiring actors from Latin countries.