Sofia Vergara Defends Accent in Interview, Promotes New Netflix Series 'Griselda'

The actress confronts host for mocking her pronunciation, while discussing her transformation for the role of Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco.

Sofia Vergara, during a recent interview on the Spanish talk show 'El Hormiguero', confronted host Pablo Motos after he mocked her accent. Vergara retorted by highlighting her numerous awards and nominations in the United States.
The incident has sparked widespread support for Vergara on social media, with fans praising her for standing up to the host.
Vergara was on the show to promote her upcoming Netflix series 'Griselda', in which she portrays the real-life Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco, known as the 'Cocaine Godmother'.
The actress underwent a significant transformation for the role, including wearing a wig, fake teeth, a fake nose, and a plastic forehead, as well as 'uncomfortable bras that pushed me down to make me look less Latin'.
'Griselda' is set to premiere on Netflix on January 25.