Every time you turn to Page 3, Sofia Vergara graces the headlines! Whether it’s her racy reptilian outfit at the premiere of America’s Got Talent or her near-prefect portrayal of Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco on Netflix’s No.1 show ‘Griselda’ – she just knows how to turn heads! For the unversed, the sexy lady also knows how to turn fortunes. Coming from a humble Colombian background, she has carved out a career in showbiz and a handsome fortune. Standing today, Investopedia, Parade, and other leading magazines tout the value of Sofia Vergara net worth at $180 million!
But how did this Colombian girl manage to leave the ranches of her home and become the highest-paid TV actress? Also, where did she invest to garner the millions that she boasts of? Well, that is the fodder for this post! Let us unveil this ‘never give up’ story for you –
What is Sofia Vergara net worth?
The prominent magazines and public records notify Vergara’s net worth to be $180 million. As the highest-paid TV actress, her primary source of income is through her acting career. It is the diversification of her income portfolio and the correct set of investments (which provide her with high returns) that make her one of the richest celebs.
Added to that, her numerous successes in her 30-year-old career have made her a brand to reckon with. This itself ensures that some of the biggest brands wish to collaborate with her, and that increases her potential monetary growth considerably in the upcoming future.
Sources of her income
As one of the shrewdest celebs, she has multiple sources of income. They are –
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Earnings from her acting career
As mentioned earlier, she is one of the highest-paid celebs in business. To breakdown her compensation –
| Modern Family (2009-2020)
11 seasons |
According to updated statistics from the show that ran for 11 seasons –
The cast was initially paid – $65,000 per episode, till the 3rd season. After major negotiations, the cast was paid between $170,000 – $180,000 per episode from the 4th to the 7th season. In the 8th season, the pay went up to $350,000 per episode. However, it was from the 9th season onward, that the cast, was paid $500,000 per episode, which raised Sofia Vergara net worth considerably. She had earned roughly $11 million from her stint on the show. |
| America’s Got Talent | $10 million as a judge. |
| Griselda | The exact amount is unknown. But since she has been one of the executive producers of this No. 1 Netflix show for 3 weeks, she did make a stupendous amount from it. |
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Vergara’s brand endorsement deals
Vergara has been the face of multiple brands such as Diet Pepsi, Synthroid ($6 million), Quaker Oats, Comcast Xfinity ($2.5 million), Bally Total Fitness, CoverGirl cosmetics ($3.5 million), Ninja Coffee, State Farm, Cerveza Aguila Beer, Rooms To Go ($3 million) and more.
According to the reports of Variety, Sofia Vergara net worth was accentuated by an impressive $35.75 million through these lucrative deals. The highlights of her en masse appeal are found in her – $6 million deal with Synthroid, a consistent $4 million partnership with P&G’s Head And Shoulders since 2014, and a $7 million agreement with Walmart.
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Her $100 million prenup agreement
In 2015, Vergara and Manganiello signed an ‘iron-clad’ $100 million prenup. It stated that in case of a divorce agreement, their individual properties will be safeguarded. The details of this prenup state that Vergara has more share in terms of money compared to Joe.
Investments
The major portion of Sofia Vergara net worth comes from her returns from prudent investments.
- Her investment in Sofia Jeans – a jeans line with Walmart. The deal was set for $7 million.
- She has invested in a fragrance line – Sofia by Sofia Vergara. The brand recently added 4 more fragrances to its lineup.
- Vergara also has furniture and jewelry lines to her name – the Sofia Vergara Collection, and Toty.
- Apart from that, she has co-founded a lingerie brand EBY, and a media company – Latin World Entertainment.
From her above-mentioned ventures, she gets both royalty fees and a percentage of sales revenue.
Early Life and Education
| FULL NAME | Sofia Margarita Vergara Vergara
Nickname – ‘Toti’ |
| BIRTHDATE | July 10, 1972 |
| BIRTHPLACE | Barranquilla, Atlantico, Colombia |
| SPECIAL POINT TO NOTE | She has naturally blonde hair |
| DESCENT | Colombian descent. Currently an American citizen. |
| PARENTS | Julio Enrique Vergara Robayo – a cattle rancher
Margarita Vergara de Vergara – homemaker |
| SIBLINGS | She grew up with 5 siblings and cousins. The people closest to her were her brothers Julio and Rafael, and her adopted sister, Sandra.
Rafael was murdered in Colombia. Julio was deported to Colombia due to his drug addiction. Sandra is a US-based actress. |
| RELIGION | Roman – Catholic |
| EDUCATION | Studied dentistry for 3 years at the National University of Colombia.
Creative Workshops School Of Acting. |
| FIRST APPEARANCE | For a Pepsi advert, at the age of 17 years. |
Real Estate
Quite in tune with countless other celebs, Vergara managed to accumulate premium properties at some of the prime locations in the USA. Let us give you an insight into the same –
- Her LA Home is nothing short of a paradise. Designed by Ohara Davies Gaetano, this Beverly Park mansion is her most prized possession. With European antiques and a monochrome background, this Mediterranean-styled home is a masterpiece. Vergara invested $26 million in it.
- There have been reports that a humongous portion of Sofia Vergara net worth has been invested in a beach home, that goes by the name – Casa Chipi Chipi. The location of that home has not been disclosed.
- The Vergara-Manganiello couple had put up their Beverly Hills residence for sale at $18 million in early 2023. Supposedly, the proceeds will be divided among the couple, as per a previous agreement.
Car collection
The Richest reveals that the gorgeous lady has impeccable taste, and over the years has invested in a host of luxury vehicles. The list includes –
Jaguar XJ, Bentley Bentayga, Bentley Continental GT, Porsche 997 Turbo, and a Range Rover Vogue.
Career graph
| DEBUT ASSIGNMENT | A Pepsi commercial that was aired in Latin America |
| MOST FAMOUS ROLE | In ABC’s sitcom Modern Family (2009 – 2020) – Gloria Delgado-Pritchett |
| DEBUT FILM APPEARANCE | As Nina in Big Trouble |
| FILMOGRAPHY | Chasing Papi, Soul Plane, Lords of Dogtown, The Smurfs, Meet The Browns, Hot Pursuit, Fading Gigolo and more. |
| DEBUT TV APPEARANCE | As Irasema in Acapulco, cuerpo y alma (a telenovela) |
| MUSIC VIDEOS | Que Diera, Yo Visto Asi and Aura |
| THEATER APPEARANCE | As Mama Morton in Chicago |
| AWARDS | NAACP Image Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and People’s Choice Awards |
Philanthropic Activities
Sofia Vergara has on more than a single occasion transcended her celeb persona and given back to society. As she is a cancer survivor herself, therefore a significant portion of Sofia Vergara net worth has been invested in raising awareness and treatment of cancer in children. She has personally looked into raising awareness about this disease at the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Let us take a look at some of her significant contributions to the society –
- Vergara in 2001 instituted the Peace and Hope For The Children Of Colombia Foundation, specifically for the kids.
- Sofia has also donated a cancer pavilion (pediatric) in her hometown.
- She has been the ambassador of St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital since 2012. She has raised both awareness and funds for the medical institution.
- As one of the key proponents of St. Jude’s Hospital, she was seen promoting its This Shirt Saves Lives campaign.
- Apart from the organizations mentioned above, she is also engaged with – the American Foundation For Equal Rights, Alzheimer’s Association, Children’s Defense Fund, American Thyroid Association, Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation, Cure Duchenne, and others.
Personal Life
Sofia Vergara was married to her high-school sweetheart, Joe Gonzalez in 1991 at the age of 18 years. The couple also has a son Manolo. However, in 1993, Sofia’s paradise broke down and the couple divorced. Manolo, currently 32 years of age, stays with Vergara.
In 2012, Vergara surprised her fans with the news of her engagement to Nick Loeb, an American entrepreneur and actor. The couple had been dating for 2 years. However, in 2014, Vergara announced that her engagement was over due to ‘irreconcilable issues.’
After two heartbreaks, Vergara was finally married to True Blood star, Joe Manganiello in 2015 in Florida. However, the couple called it quits in 2023, the reason being – Sofia’s unwillingness to become a mother, with Joe wanting a kid.
As per the latest reports, Vergara was photographed ‘happy’ and ‘smiling’ in the company of her ‘supposed’ new boyfriend – Justin Saliman, a Beverly Hills-based orthopedic surgeon. We wish Vergara luck and love on her new romantic outing.
Controversies
Vergara is no stranger to controversies. However, unlike many other celebs, her disputes have only accentuated the value of Sofia Vergara net worth. Let us give you a look into the same –
- Vergara is both the executive producer of the Netflix show – Griselda and leads the titular role. A lawsuit was initiated against Vergara and the show, by the Blanco family stating that – Netflix had used Michael Blanco’s (Griselda Blanco’s son) narratives without compensating him. According to the story carried by The Hollywood Reporter, the complaint has been dismissed with prejudice, making way for the show’s continued run. Vergara and Eric Newman, along with the other defendants walked out without any monetary loss.
- From 2015-2017, Vergara was also involved in a lawsuit with her ex-Nick Loeb, regarding the future of two fertilized IVF embryos. The couple had undergone the procedure during the period they were engaged to each other. Multiple accusations and lawsuits later, a Louisiana judge dismissed the case, and Vergara was free from all the accusations, with no compensation charged.
Thus, on the whole, it can be stated that controversies have unlike others, made Vergara a determined woman who knows how to move past it all, and create a better future.
Parting thoughts
Assuming you have read this post well, you now have the latest updates on Sofia Vergara net worth. What’s more interesting is that you have for yourself an encouraging story of a girl with big dreams who has done it all. Vergara is an embodiment of hope for many out there who come from humble backgrounds and wish to make it big in the glam world. What you need is – consistency and perseverance to reach that height of success, and reign at the top for years. After all, Vergara herself states – “I am fearless, I don’t complain…”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Sofia Vergara’s zodiac sign?
Her zodiac sign is Cancer.
Q2. Which is her favorite perfume?
She is a fan of the Sofia perfume from her collection.
Q3. How tall is she?
She stands at 5 feet 7 inches.
Q4. What is her favorite dish?
Though she enjoys Italian and Mexican cuisines, it is Colombian food that she loves the most.
Q5. When did Forbes declare her monetary income?
In September 2016, Forbes reported that Vergara was the highest paid TV actress (2015), raking in $43 million.
