Sofia Vergara

Sofia Vergara, born Sofia Margarita Vergara Vergara on July 10, 1972, in Barranquilla, Colombia, is one of the highest-paid actresses in television history. She first gained attention in Latin America as a television host and model before making her mark in Hollywood. After appearing in several English-language films and TV shows, she landed the role that would define her career: Gloria Delgado-Pritchett on ABC’s “Modern Family,” which ran from 2009 to 2020.

During her time on Modern Family, Vergara consistently ranked as the highest-paid actress on television, earning up to $500,000 per episode in the show’s later seasons. Her comedic timing and memorable portrayal of the vivacious Gloria earned her four Screen Actors Guild Award nominations and four Golden Globe nominations. Following Modern Family, she joined “America’s Got Talent” as a judge in 2020, further expanding her television presence and earning a reported $10 million per season.

Vergara’s wealth extends far beyond her acting salary. She has built a formidable business empire that includes her own clothing line at Walmart, a furniture collection at Rooms To Go, her own coffee brand (Cafe La Llave partnership), and a beauty line. She has served as a brand ambassador for CoverGirl, Head & Shoulders, Pepsi, and numerous other major companies. Her endorsement income alone has regularly exceeded her acting earnings, making her one of the savviest businesswomen in entertainment.

With an estimated net worth of $180 million, Vergara stands as one of the wealthiest Latina entertainers in the world. She has also produced content through her company Latin World Entertainment, which connects brands with Hispanic talent. Her personal life includes her marriage to orthopedic surgeon Justin Saliman and her son Manolo from her first marriage. Vergara has also been open about her battle with thyroid cancer, which she was diagnosed with at age 28 and successfully treated.