Sofía Vergara Stars in Controversial Netflix Series 'Griselda'

Series faces criticism from Griselda Blanco's son, marking a significant departure from Vergara's previous comedic roles.

Sofía Vergara stars in Netflix's new six-part limited series 'Griselda', portraying the life of Griselda Blanco, a Colombian drug lord who rose to infamy in the 1970s and 1980s.
Vergara, also an executive producer on the series, has been preparing for this role for over 15 years, reading extensively about Blanco and her life.
Michael Corleone Blanco, Griselda Blanco's surviving son, has criticized the series, claiming it was made without consultation from any members of his family and is disrespectful to his mother's memory.
Vergara underwent extensive physical transformation for the role, including prosthetics and changes to her body shape and gait.
The series is a significant departure from Vergara's previous comedic roles, marking her first venture into drama.