Sofía Vergara recently expressed her interest in potentially joining a revival edition of “Modern Family,” acknowledging uncertainty about whether it’s a good or bad idea. The actress, known for her role as Gloria in the sitcom alongside co-stars like Ed O’Neil, Ty Burrell, and Julie Bowen, revealed her thoughts during a recent discussion with The Hollywood Reporter. Despite the show having been off the air for only four years, Vergara stated she would readily reprise her role in a revival for the sheer experience. Beyond her time on the series, the Grisdela actress also reminisced about her childhood moments during the THR podcast.
What did Sofía Vergara say about the Narco traffic experiences in Colombia during her childhood?
During the podcast, Vergara recounted her experiences with Narco trafficking in Colombia during her childhood. The “Hot Pursuit” actress reflected, “I grew up in Colombia in the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, and unfortunately, that was a time when Narco trafficking was impacting the lives of every individual in Colombia.”
She continued, describing the era as “really rough times for the country, for families.” Vergara also discussed the kidnappings and bombings that plagued Colombia during that period. Tragically, her brother became involved with a gang associated with these crimes and was killed at a young age. Reflecting on this, the “Wild Card” actress expressed, “It was heartbreaking, but it wasn’t just happening to me; it was affecting many people in Colombia.”
Sofía Vergara on her character in Grisdela
Sofía Vergara shared insights into her character in the Netflix series “Grisdela,” known as the Godmother of Cocaine. Reflecting on her role, Vergara admitted to feeling perplexed while listening to the narration, questioning the plausibility of such individuals existing in reality.
She remarked, “What are they talking about? There’s no way there is a woman who could do what these vicious men can do. There is no way.” Despite her fascination with Blanco’s story, Vergara acknowledged feeling apprehensive about portraying the character, emphasizing her reluctance to romanticize the role.
“Modern Family” is available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar, while “Grisdela” can be found on Netflix.