Eric Newman was the showrunner for the Netflix series “Narcos” in 2015 when Sofia Vergara – then in the middle of her run starring as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett on the multiple Emmy-winning comedy “Modern Family” – invited him to her home to pitch him on the idea of her fronting a project where she portrayed the Colombian drug “queenpin” Griselda Blanco. “Obviously I knew her work and was a fan of hers,” Newman recalls. “I also knew she (Vergara) was Colombian, which is an important distinction. And I knew a lot about Griselda Blanco and was fascinated with her as a character. I felt that if Sofia was willing to take the risk…just the thought that she was interested in doing this was appealing. So I went into the meeting very excited and hopeful that I would be met with a level of passion and conviction that would help make my decision very easy – and I was.
- 5/13/2024
- by Ray Richmond
- Gold Derby
Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco 'Have Gotten Very Serious,' Source Reveals If They Have Family's Support
An insider is providing a major update on Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco‘s relationship.
The pop star and producer went public with their relationship in December 2023 and have been very open about their love ever since.
A new report suggests that the pair “have gotten very serious” recently. They also revealed if they have the support of close family and friends as their relationship continues to evolve.
Read more about Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco…
“Selena trusts him more than any other past romantic partner in her life,” an insider told Et, adding, “They are very respectful of one another and their relationship is growing in positive ways.”
The duo seem to “bring the best out of each other” and are “communicative, honest and supportive.”
“They speak their minds, appreciate each other’s art, and lift each other up,” the source continued. “They both see a positive future together...
The pop star and producer went public with their relationship in December 2023 and have been very open about their love ever since.
A new report suggests that the pair “have gotten very serious” recently. They also revealed if they have the support of close family and friends as their relationship continues to evolve.
Read more about Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco…
“Selena trusts him more than any other past romantic partner in her life,” an insider told Et, adding, “They are very respectful of one another and their relationship is growing in positive ways.”
The duo seem to “bring the best out of each other” and are “communicative, honest and supportive.”
“They speak their minds, appreciate each other’s art, and lift each other up,” the source continued. “They both see a positive future together...
- 4/5/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Sofia Vergara is back on our small screens in a big way thanks to the her new Netflix series “Griselda.” The lavish production chronicles the rise of Griselda Blanco, known as the “cocaine Godmother,” as she flees from Medellín, Colombia, to Miami and creates one of the most notorious cartels in history.
Vergara gives her best performance in years as the ruthless, demanding, and brutal Griselda. She owns every scene she’s in and eats up not just the scenery but the entire cast, too. She commands every moment and delivers a complex portrait of a powerful woman, with critics agreeing Vergara is at the top of her game.
Barry Levitt (Empire) observed: “‘Griselda’ has given Vergara the chance to prove that she’s also a gifted dramatic actor — a challenge she more than rises to. Vergara (who also serves as executive producer) practically dissolves into the role, delivering an astonishing performance…...
Vergara gives her best performance in years as the ruthless, demanding, and brutal Griselda. She owns every scene she’s in and eats up not just the scenery but the entire cast, too. She commands every moment and delivers a complex portrait of a powerful woman, with critics agreeing Vergara is at the top of her game.
Barry Levitt (Empire) observed: “‘Griselda’ has given Vergara the chance to prove that she’s also a gifted dramatic actor — a challenge she more than rises to. Vergara (who also serves as executive producer) practically dissolves into the role, delivering an astonishing performance…...
- 3/26/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Selena Gomez has been in the public eye ever since she was very young. Starting at the age of ten, the actress starred in the hit children’s television series, Barney & Friends, which was followed by her getting cast in the iconic Disney series, The Wizards of Waverly Place.
Since becoming the high-profile celebrity that she is, the entire world seems to have become invested in her personal life, specifically when it comes to her romantic partners.
Selena Gomez as Alex Russo in Wizards of Waverly Place.
The singer and actress’s boyfriend, Benny Blanco, seems to be getting a similar sort of treatment from the media, for his entire life has been put under a microscope.
Interestingly enough, it would seem that he has been related to Gomez’s two ex-boyfriends in a way that many may not know. Blanco has professionally worked with both Justin Bieber and The Weeknd.
Since becoming the high-profile celebrity that she is, the entire world seems to have become invested in her personal life, specifically when it comes to her romantic partners.
Selena Gomez as Alex Russo in Wizards of Waverly Place.
The singer and actress’s boyfriend, Benny Blanco, seems to be getting a similar sort of treatment from the media, for his entire life has been put under a microscope.
Interestingly enough, it would seem that he has been related to Gomez’s two ex-boyfriends in a way that many may not know. Blanco has professionally worked with both Justin Bieber and The Weeknd.
- 2/27/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Selena Gomez is no stranger to relationship drama in the public eye. From her tumultuous history with Justin Bieber to brief flings with The Weeknd and Charlie Puth, her love life has been tabloid fodder for years. But it seems she’s finally found lasting happiness with her boyfriend, music producer Benny Blanco. That is until he inadvertently embarrassed her in front of Himym star Jason Segel at the 2023 Emmys.
Selena Gomez’s Boyfriend Sparks Awkward Himym Moment With Jason Segel Selena Gomez as Alex Russo in Wizards of Waverly Place.
Selena Gomez suffered an embarrassing boyfriend-induced faux pas involving How I Met Your Mother star Jason Segel at the 2023 Emmys. Her music producer boyfriend Benny Blanco eagerly overshared Gomez’s nightly Himym habit, leaving her red-faced.
As Gomez revealed on Jimmy Kimmel Live, “Every night I fall asleep to the same show. It’ll either be Friends or something comfy.
Selena Gomez’s Boyfriend Sparks Awkward Himym Moment With Jason Segel Selena Gomez as Alex Russo in Wizards of Waverly Place.
Selena Gomez suffered an embarrassing boyfriend-induced faux pas involving How I Met Your Mother star Jason Segel at the 2023 Emmys. Her music producer boyfriend Benny Blanco eagerly overshared Gomez’s nightly Himym habit, leaving her red-faced.
As Gomez revealed on Jimmy Kimmel Live, “Every night I fall asleep to the same show. It’ll either be Friends or something comfy.
- 2/25/2024
- by Nivedita Dubey
- FandomWire
Singer-actress Selena Gomez is in a happy place as her relationship with boyfriend Benny Blanco is getting stronger. The ‘Only Murders in the Building’ actress stopped by New Music Daily on Apple Music 1 and chatted with host Zane Lowe about her new single ‘Love On’, reports ‘People’ magazine.
During the discussion, she also opened up on her relationship with Blanco. She shared how this relationship makes her feel safe.
“Without getting into too much detail, I think it’s just really important to meet someone that respects you,” the singer explained.
“I think it’s really nice to also lean on someone who understands the world that I live in. But I’d have to say overall it’s the safest that I feel and it’s been really lovely and I’ve only grown through it, so it’s awesome.”
She and the record producer confirmed their relationship in...
During the discussion, she also opened up on her relationship with Blanco. She shared how this relationship makes her feel safe.
“Without getting into too much detail, I think it’s just really important to meet someone that respects you,” the singer explained.
“I think it’s really nice to also lean on someone who understands the world that I live in. But I’d have to say overall it’s the safest that I feel and it’s been really lovely and I’ve only grown through it, so it’s awesome.”
She and the record producer confirmed their relationship in...
- 2/23/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Sofia Vergara is synonymous with the role of Gloria Delgado-Pritchett in the ABC sitcom Modern Family. The actress recently featured in the Netflix drama series Griselda, about the life of Griselda Blanco, an infamous Colombian drug lord. While promoting the series, Vergara discussed the challenges of portraying a real-life drug lord.
Sofia Vergara in Griselda
During one of her interviews, Vergara revealed a shocking detail about her process, which required her to learn how to smoke and use cocaine for a convincing portrayal of the character. However, Vergara had to clarify her stance after making a hilarious goof-up. At the same time, the actress also revealed how she prepared for the role of Griselda Blanco, and here is what Vergara said.
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In Griselda,...
Sofia Vergara in Griselda
During one of her interviews, Vergara revealed a shocking detail about her process, which required her to learn how to smoke and use cocaine for a convincing portrayal of the character. However, Vergara had to clarify her stance after making a hilarious goof-up. At the same time, the actress also revealed how she prepared for the role of Griselda Blanco, and here is what Vergara said.
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In Griselda,...
- 2/18/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
"Griselda", the grisly new crime drama TV series, directed by Eric Newman and Andrés Baiz, starring Sofía Vergara in prosthetic makeup, is currently in its third week at #1 on the Netflix English TV List:
"...'Griselda' is inspired by the degenerate life of ambitious 'Griselda Blanco', who created one of the most profitable drug cartels in history.
“In 1970's-80's Miami, Blanco's lethal blend of savagery and charm helped her expertly navigate between business and family, leading her to become widely known as the 'Godmother'..."
Cast also includes Alberto Guerra, Christian Tappan, Martín Rodríguez, Juliana Aidén Martinez, Vanessa Ferlito and Carolina Giraldo.
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"...'Griselda' is inspired by the degenerate life of ambitious 'Griselda Blanco', who created one of the most profitable drug cartels in history.
“In 1970's-80's Miami, Blanco's lethal blend of savagery and charm helped her expertly navigate between business and family, leading her to become widely known as the 'Godmother'..."
Cast also includes Alberto Guerra, Christian Tappan, Martín Rodríguez, Juliana Aidén Martinez, Vanessa Ferlito and Carolina Giraldo.
Click the images to enlarge...
- 2/13/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Singer-actress Selena Gomez is enjoying cozying up with her boyfriend as the singer, 31, and her 35-year-old boyfriend Benny Blanco showed their love for each other on Instagram. Selena posted a series of photos of the two cuddling with one another. She captioned the post, “My bes fwend,” Blanco replied: “Das my bes fwend”, reports ‘People’ magazine.
The first photo shows Selena, wearing a matching sweatpant look, hugging the DJ from behind as he cooks fresh meatballs.
As per ‘People’, the second image has more Pda on display — the singer can be seen sitting on Blanco’s lap as he wraps his arm around her chest and plants a kiss on her shoulder. She is wearing a low-cut metallic nude dress and black coat, while Blanco matches in a nude suit.
The next two photos show the couple’s goofy side, with one showing Selena sticking her tongue out and her beau mid-sentence,...
The first photo shows Selena, wearing a matching sweatpant look, hugging the DJ from behind as he cooks fresh meatballs.
As per ‘People’, the second image has more Pda on display — the singer can be seen sitting on Blanco’s lap as he wraps his arm around her chest and plants a kiss on her shoulder. She is wearing a low-cut metallic nude dress and black coat, while Blanco matches in a nude suit.
The next two photos show the couple’s goofy side, with one showing Selena sticking her tongue out and her beau mid-sentence,...
- 2/13/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Sofia Vergara was recently captured in a video by Architectural Digest, where she unveiled the inner sanctum of her walk-in closet, a room that amounts to a staggering $1 million worth of fashion brands such as Gucci and Prada.
Vergara invited fans into her $26 million abode, nestled in the exclusive and affluent Beverly Park community, in the mountains of Beverly Hills. The actress acquired her house in 2020 while married to True Blood actor Joe Manganiello, from whom she divorced last year.
Vergara’s Tuscan-style haven, constructed in 1999 and once owned by baseball player Barry Bonds, boasts an impressive six bedrooms and ten bathrooms. With 17,000 square feet of living space spread out across two acres of land, the residence also has a two-story guesthouse, a home cinema and a pool-side cabana.
In the interview, Vergara shared a glimpse of her bedroom, designated as the epicenter of “sexy” and where the “good times” unfold.
Vergara invited fans into her $26 million abode, nestled in the exclusive and affluent Beverly Park community, in the mountains of Beverly Hills. The actress acquired her house in 2020 while married to True Blood actor Joe Manganiello, from whom she divorced last year.
Vergara’s Tuscan-style haven, constructed in 1999 and once owned by baseball player Barry Bonds, boasts an impressive six bedrooms and ten bathrooms. With 17,000 square feet of living space spread out across two acres of land, the residence also has a two-story guesthouse, a home cinema and a pool-side cabana.
In the interview, Vergara shared a glimpse of her bedroom, designated as the epicenter of “sexy” and where the “good times” unfold.
- 2/12/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Almost everyone knows the name of Tony Montana, the fictional drug lord immortalized by Al Pacino in the 1983 movie "Scarface," yet few know the name of Miami's real-life most notorious king, er, queenpin, Griselda Blanco Restrepo. In the late 1970s, Blanco seized control of Miami's drug trade through incredible violence, waging war on any who opposed her. This led to the "Cocaine Cowboy" wars, in which Blanco's enforcers would kill their opponents in broad daylight, sometimes in motorcycle drive-by shootings. Blanco's life story is both fascinating and terrible, full of sex, drugs, and murder, and is totally ripe for a fictionalized interpretation.
Sofia Vergara stars as Blanco in "Griselda," a six-part limited series on Netflix that tells the story of the infamous self-made billionaire, drug pusher, and multiple murderer, although the real story is even more brutal and impossible to believe than the miniseries depicts. "Griselda" was made by "Narcos...
Sofia Vergara stars as Blanco in "Griselda," a six-part limited series on Netflix that tells the story of the infamous self-made billionaire, drug pusher, and multiple murderer, although the real story is even more brutal and impossible to believe than the miniseries depicts. "Griselda" was made by "Narcos...
- 2/12/2024
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
Most remember Griselda Blanco as the “Black Widow,” a ruthless Colombian drug lord whose network flooded Miami with cocaine, brought in $80 million a month nationally, and who’s been personally implicated in a rumored 200 murders. Michael Corleone Blanco, her youngest son raised at the height of her drug-trafficking empire, admits she was a rigid, stern woman he affectionately called cariñosa — an endearing term given to loved ones.
“As a kid, you can’t really comprehend what is wrong, what is right, and what is the family business,” Blanco tells Rolling Stone.
“As a kid, you can’t really comprehend what is wrong, what is right, and what is the family business,” Blanco tells Rolling Stone.
- 2/10/2024
- by Kalia Richardson
- Rollingstone.com
A lawsuit aimed at the Sofia Vergara-starring Netflix show Griselda has been settled. In documents obtained by The Hollywood Reporter on Friday, the counsel of the family of the late Griselda Blanco dismissed the complaint with prejudice, which means the same claim can’t be brought back to court.
The settlement comes weeks after the actress and the streamer were sued over the miniseries, in which Vergara portrays the Colombian drug lord, who was killed in 2012.
Blanco’s son, Michael Corleone Blanco, and his wife, Marie, filed the suit on Jan. 17 in a Miami-Dade County Court, claiming the family did not authorize Netflix to use their “image, likeness and/or identity” and wanted to block the six-part show from airing on Jan. 25.
According to the complaint, Michael alleged that he discussed the possibility of developing a book and show about his mother’s story with producers from 2009 to 2022, as...
The settlement comes weeks after the actress and the streamer were sued over the miniseries, in which Vergara portrays the Colombian drug lord, who was killed in 2012.
Blanco’s son, Michael Corleone Blanco, and his wife, Marie, filed the suit on Jan. 17 in a Miami-Dade County Court, claiming the family did not authorize Netflix to use their “image, likeness and/or identity” and wanted to block the six-part show from airing on Jan. 25.
According to the complaint, Michael alleged that he discussed the possibility of developing a book and show about his mother’s story with producers from 2009 to 2022, as...
- 2/10/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco Combined Net Worth 2024! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Selena Gomez has finally found her man and is visibly mad in love. The singer, actress, and producer has announced social media breaks multiple times but cannot stop herself from flaunting Pda with boyfriend Benny Blanco. Today, we bring to you an exciting story about their combined worth. Scroll below for all the details!
In early December, Selena announced her relationship with Benny. She reacted to tabloid rumors and confirmed she was dating the music producer. His harsh words, calling her a “cookie-cutting artist” in 2018, went viral in no time, and fans were angry. They felt she deserved better, while Gomez declared that he was better than any of the men she’d been with in the past. Well, we’re delighted to see them going strong and happy!
Selena Gomez Net Worth 2024
There are several sources of income for the 31-year-old Selena Gomez.
Selena Gomez has finally found her man and is visibly mad in love. The singer, actress, and producer has announced social media breaks multiple times but cannot stop herself from flaunting Pda with boyfriend Benny Blanco. Today, we bring to you an exciting story about their combined worth. Scroll below for all the details!
In early December, Selena announced her relationship with Benny. She reacted to tabloid rumors and confirmed she was dating the music producer. His harsh words, calling her a “cookie-cutting artist” in 2018, went viral in no time, and fans were angry. They felt she deserved better, while Gomez declared that he was better than any of the men she’d been with in the past. Well, we’re delighted to see them going strong and happy!
Selena Gomez Net Worth 2024
There are several sources of income for the 31-year-old Selena Gomez.
- 2/7/2024
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
Netflix’s Top 10 TV Shows (Jan 29-Feb 4): Check Out The Full List Here! ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Sofia Vergara led Griselda: Limited Series, one of her career-best performances, and the show is getting love from the viewers by staying on top for the second consecutive week. There are a few new entries in Netflix’s Top 10 TV shows in English for January 29-February 4, 2024.
Sofia’s series is inspired by the events of the drug mafia Griselda Blanco; while people praise the Modern Family star, the real-life son of Blanco felt she was too ugly to play his mother. The views and hours people invest in the series prove Blanco’s son daily.
From Sofia Vergara’s Griselda to Michelle Yeoh’s The Brothers Sun, check out the global top 10 TV shows on Netflix. The streaming giant is often credited for starting the concept of binge-watching, and it is now...
Sofia Vergara led Griselda: Limited Series, one of her career-best performances, and the show is getting love from the viewers by staying on top for the second consecutive week. There are a few new entries in Netflix’s Top 10 TV shows in English for January 29-February 4, 2024.
Sofia’s series is inspired by the events of the drug mafia Griselda Blanco; while people praise the Modern Family star, the real-life son of Blanco felt she was too ugly to play his mother. The views and hours people invest in the series prove Blanco’s son daily.
From Sofia Vergara’s Griselda to Michelle Yeoh’s The Brothers Sun, check out the global top 10 TV shows on Netflix. The streaming giant is often credited for starting the concept of binge-watching, and it is now...
- 2/7/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Sofia Vergara, who plays famed Colombian drug kingpin Griselda Blanco in the new hit Netflix series Griselda, is facing a lawsuit from the Blanco family for using her likeness without consent. The show, which premiered on January 25, documents the rise of the infamous Medellin drug mogul, with Vergara playing the title role.
The lawsuit was filed just six days before the show premiered.
Griselda Blanco’s only living son, Michael Corleone Blanco, claimed that Netflix was not authorized to use his mother’s image and that they were not compensated for the images used in the show.
In an interview with Fox News, Blanco stated, “Sofía Vergara did not consult with any members of the Blanco family as a sign of respect or elicit family details in portraying my mother.”
Michael also claimed that he has been working on a series of projects that included interviews and stories since 2009, with...
The lawsuit was filed just six days before the show premiered.
Griselda Blanco’s only living son, Michael Corleone Blanco, claimed that Netflix was not authorized to use his mother’s image and that they were not compensated for the images used in the show.
In an interview with Fox News, Blanco stated, “Sofía Vergara did not consult with any members of the Blanco family as a sign of respect or elicit family details in portraying my mother.”
Michael also claimed that he has been working on a series of projects that included interviews and stories since 2009, with...
- 2/3/2024
- by Kylie Schweikert
- Uinterview
The Griselda TV series became an instant hit upon its debut on Netflix for diverse reasons. A fictionalized rendition of the life of Griselda Blanco, the miniseries is inspired by the former Colombian drug dealer nicknamed the Black Widow or Cocaine Godmother. Blanco reigned supreme in Miami’s cocaine market during the 1970s and 1980s and had retired to a lowkey life when she was assassinated on September 3, 2012, at the age of 69. In essence, the Griselda TV series depicts the rise and fall of the Colombian drug lord with Sofia Vergara taking the lead as the queenpin. The...
- 2/1/2024
- by Banks Onuoha
- TVovermind.com
Netflix’s Top 10 TV Shows (Jan 22-28): Griselda Rules At #1 ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Sofia Vergara is not only good at comedy but also in gritty, hard-hitting drama, and she proved it with her performance in the Netflix series Griselda. The show premiered on the streaming platform last week and has been liked by the viewers so much that it is at the #1 position on the platform’s Weekly Top 10 TV Shows list.
The series is inspired by the real-life events of the Colombian drug mafia Griselda Blanco. Blanco reportedly ran a cocaine cartel in Miami in the 1980s. Vergara rose to fame after appearing as Gloria Pritchett in the American sitcom Modern Family.
Sofia Vergara is widely appreciated for one of her career-best performances in Griselda. The series has received an 88% rating on the Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes, and the Average Audience Score stands at 77%. It is on the...
Sofia Vergara is not only good at comedy but also in gritty, hard-hitting drama, and she proved it with her performance in the Netflix series Griselda. The show premiered on the streaming platform last week and has been liked by the viewers so much that it is at the #1 position on the platform’s Weekly Top 10 TV Shows list.
The series is inspired by the real-life events of the Colombian drug mafia Griselda Blanco. Blanco reportedly ran a cocaine cartel in Miami in the 1980s. Vergara rose to fame after appearing as Gloria Pritchett in the American sitcom Modern Family.
Sofia Vergara is widely appreciated for one of her career-best performances in Griselda. The series has received an 88% rating on the Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes, and the Average Audience Score stands at 77%. It is on the...
- 1/31/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Sofia Vergara‘s new show Griselda premiered on Netflix on January 25, in which the Modern Family star plays Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco.
Blanco, nicknamed “Cocaine Godmother,” was a prominent figure in the Colombian drug trade and business in Miami. Blanco had ties to the Medellín Cartel and was known for her vicious reign during the Miami drug world of the 1980s, often hiring hits on people who crossed her, including her husbands. In 2012, Blanco was shot and killed in Medellín, Colombia.
On January 17, Blanco’s youngest son, Michael Corleone Blanco, and his wife filed suit against Vergara and Netflix.
Blanco’s son says that for years, people have approached him to adapt his mother’s story into various forms of media, Netflix included.
According to Michael’s claims, Netflix did not hire him as a consultant during the show’s production. He stated they relied on other accounts rather than the family’s.
Blanco, nicknamed “Cocaine Godmother,” was a prominent figure in the Colombian drug trade and business in Miami. Blanco had ties to the Medellín Cartel and was known for her vicious reign during the Miami drug world of the 1980s, often hiring hits on people who crossed her, including her husbands. In 2012, Blanco was shot and killed in Medellín, Colombia.
On January 17, Blanco’s youngest son, Michael Corleone Blanco, and his wife filed suit against Vergara and Netflix.
Blanco’s son says that for years, people have approached him to adapt his mother’s story into various forms of media, Netflix included.
According to Michael’s claims, Netflix did not hire him as a consultant during the show’s production. He stated they relied on other accounts rather than the family’s.
- 1/30/2024
- by Ann Hoang
- Uinterview
Karol G entered her acting era with Griselda — and she’s slaying in it.
In a new interview with TheWrap, Griselda director Andrés Baiz revealed that the singer was so good in her part as Carla — Griselda’s confidante and a sex worker who helped the drug lord smuggle product to the U.S. — that they wrote her more lines.
“We actually started writing more for her because she was doing so great,” Baiz said. “She brought a lot of authenticity to her character. [Karol] is from Medellín, so the way she speaks,...
In a new interview with TheWrap, Griselda director Andrés Baiz revealed that the singer was so good in her part as Carla — Griselda’s confidante and a sex worker who helped the drug lord smuggle product to the U.S. — that they wrote her more lines.
“We actually started writing more for her because she was doing so great,” Baiz said. “She brought a lot of authenticity to her character. [Karol] is from Medellín, so the way she speaks,...
- 1/30/2024
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
Griselda. Sofia Vergara as Griselda in Griselda. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2023 Sofia Vergara’s been getting plenty of accolades for her work in the new Netflix miniseries Griselda, based on the turbulent life of Griselda Blanco, one of the most infamous Colombian drug lords back in the 1980s. (Some have described the character as a female version of Tony Soprano.) Vergara, who is also a producer on the series, plays Blanco through multiple periods of her life, and she spoke about how demanding it was to prepare for a role like this. (Click on media bar below to hear Sofia Vergara) https://www.hollywoodoutbreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sofia_-Vergara_Griselda_.mp3 Griselda is currently streaming on Netflix.
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- 1/29/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Spoiler alert: We’re about to discuss the ending of Netflix’s Griselda. Haven’t watched? You’ve been warned.
The rise and fall of “cocaine godmother” Griselda Blanco reaches a historically accurate (and appropriately tragic) conclusion in the sixth and final episode of Netflix’s Griselda.
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The rise and fall of “cocaine godmother” Griselda Blanco reaches a historically accurate (and appropriately tragic) conclusion in the sixth and final episode of Netflix’s Griselda.
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- 1/28/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Sofia Vergara Glows In Strapless Golden Gown ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Sofia Vergara is a gorgeous woman with a fantastic physique and a sense of styling. Her social media feed is a treat for admirers, and she has recently captivated everyone with her beauty. The actress is appearing in the series Griselda, and she shimmered in a golden gown at the premiere in Miami.
Sofia is known for her role in the American sitcom Modern Family. Her accent made her funnier on the show, and her comic timing was excellent. The series ran for 11 seasons starting in 2009. Her series Griselda is inspired by actual events showcasing the journey of Griselda Blanco from Medellin to becoming the Godmother of Miami’s drug empire. However, Blanco’s son feels Sofia is too ugly to portray his mother in the Netflix series.
In the Miami premiere of Griselda, Sofia Vergara was stunned in a...
Sofia Vergara is a gorgeous woman with a fantastic physique and a sense of styling. Her social media feed is a treat for admirers, and she has recently captivated everyone with her beauty. The actress is appearing in the series Griselda, and she shimmered in a golden gown at the premiere in Miami.
Sofia is known for her role in the American sitcom Modern Family. Her accent made her funnier on the show, and her comic timing was excellent. The series ran for 11 seasons starting in 2009. Her series Griselda is inspired by actual events showcasing the journey of Griselda Blanco from Medellin to becoming the Godmother of Miami’s drug empire. However, Blanco’s son feels Sofia is too ugly to portray his mother in the Netflix series.
In the Miami premiere of Griselda, Sofia Vergara was stunned in a...
- 1/27/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Actress Juliana Aidén Martinez played a pivotal role in the new Netflix series, Griselda. Here are some facts about Martinez and her career.
Griselda centers on the real-life figure Griselda Blanco, a powerful drug queenpin in 1980s-era Florida. Blanco amassed so much influence over the state’s drug trade that she earned herself the nickname “Godmother of Cocaine."
5 Facts About Griselda Star Juliana Aidén Martinez Read full article on The Direct.
Griselda centers on the real-life figure Griselda Blanco, a powerful drug queenpin in 1980s-era Florida. Blanco amassed so much influence over the state’s drug trade that she earned herself the nickname “Godmother of Cocaine."
5 Facts About Griselda Star Juliana Aidén Martinez Read full article on The Direct.
- 1/26/2024
- by Jennifer McDonough
- The Direct
A new Netflix miniseries titled Griselda delves into the life of the infamous drug lord, renowned by the moniker “The Black Widow.”
Sofia Vergara takes on the lead role in the six-part miniseries, bringing to life the story of Griselda Blanco, who, with her cocaine empire, earned the infamous title of the Cocaine Godmother.
Griselda Blanco’s marital history is as notorious as her criminal exploits.
She went through three marriages, each concluding with brutality or tragedy.
Her initial husband was Carlos Trujillo, with whom she had three sons, and the marriage endured from 1960 to 1969.
The second union, with cocaine dealer Alberto Bravo, came to an end in 1975 when Griselda reportedly killed him. Her third spouse was Darío Sepúlveda, to whom she was wedded in 1978, and he met the same fate as the first two.
Griselda had three children with her first husband Carlos Trujillo
Griselda’s involvement in a...
Sofia Vergara takes on the lead role in the six-part miniseries, bringing to life the story of Griselda Blanco, who, with her cocaine empire, earned the infamous title of the Cocaine Godmother.
Griselda Blanco’s marital history is as notorious as her criminal exploits.
She went through three marriages, each concluding with brutality or tragedy.
Her initial husband was Carlos Trujillo, with whom she had three sons, and the marriage endured from 1960 to 1969.
The second union, with cocaine dealer Alberto Bravo, came to an end in 1975 when Griselda reportedly killed him. Her third spouse was Darío Sepúlveda, to whom she was wedded in 1978, and he met the same fate as the first two.
Griselda had three children with her first husband Carlos Trujillo
Griselda’s involvement in a...
- 1/26/2024
- by Frank Yemi
- Monsters and Critics
We’re a bit late to this viral moment from a recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, but it’s too “rubbernecking at a car crash” not to get in front of your eyeballs.
Sofia Vergara was a guest on Wednesday’s episode of Clarkson’s daytime talker to promote Griselda, the new Netflix series in which the Modern Family knockout underwent a significant physical transformation (via make-up, prosthetics, etc;) to play the titular, real-life figure.
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Sofia Vergara was a guest on Wednesday’s episode of Clarkson’s daytime talker to promote Griselda, the new Netflix series in which the Modern Family knockout underwent a significant physical transformation (via make-up, prosthetics, etc;) to play the titular, real-life figure.
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- 1/26/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Sofia Vergara emphasizes the extensive effort, including the use of prosthetics, that went into her transformation into Griselda Blanco for the Netflix series.
The actress expressed dissatisfaction when Kelly Clarkson appeared to downplay the significance of her Griselda makeup transformation.
Griselda is an American biographical crime drama and streaming television miniseries directed by Andrés Baiz and produced by Eric Newman and Sofía Vergara.
The series, written by Doug Miro and Ingrid Escajeda, features Vergara in the lead role as Griselda Blanco, a notorious Colombian drug lord.
The creative team behind the series was involved in creating Narcos and Narcos: Mexico.
A six-part miniseries dramatically portrays Blanco’s life and criminal activities. The program premiered on Netflix on January 25.
Sofia Vergara puts Kelly Clarkson on blast over Griselda makeup comments
During an interview on The Kelly Clarkson Show, the host commented on Sofia Vergara’s transformation for her Netflix miniseries portraying Griselda Blanco.
The actress expressed dissatisfaction when Kelly Clarkson appeared to downplay the significance of her Griselda makeup transformation.
Griselda is an American biographical crime drama and streaming television miniseries directed by Andrés Baiz and produced by Eric Newman and Sofía Vergara.
The series, written by Doug Miro and Ingrid Escajeda, features Vergara in the lead role as Griselda Blanco, a notorious Colombian drug lord.
The creative team behind the series was involved in creating Narcos and Narcos: Mexico.
A six-part miniseries dramatically portrays Blanco’s life and criminal activities. The program premiered on Netflix on January 25.
Sofia Vergara puts Kelly Clarkson on blast over Griselda makeup comments
During an interview on The Kelly Clarkson Show, the host commented on Sofia Vergara’s transformation for her Netflix miniseries portraying Griselda Blanco.
- 1/26/2024
- by Frank Yemi
- Monsters and Critics
Griselda Blanco, a formidable criminal mastermind, instilled fear throughout the 1970s and 80s Miami.
Recently, the infamous drug lord has undergone a Hollywood transformation, with Sofía Vergara of Modern Family fame teaming up with the creators of the crime drama Narcos to portray the leader of the criminal underworld.
The six-part Netflix series Griselda unfolds with intense shoot-outs, portraying the notorious criminal as a relatable yet ambitious and ruthless woman.
However, the authentic narrative of the woman nicknamed the “Cocaine Godmother” and linked to the deaths of her three husbands is considerably more complex.
As the mid-1980s approached, Blanco’s criminal empire began to crumble, and her reign of terror abruptly concluded with her arrest in Irvine, California.
On February 17, 1985, Blanco was apprehended in her residence by DEA agents, facing charges of manufacturing, importing, and distributing cocaine. Subsequently, Blanco spent two decades behind bars, marking the end of her tumultuous and notorious criminal career.
Recently, the infamous drug lord has undergone a Hollywood transformation, with Sofía Vergara of Modern Family fame teaming up with the creators of the crime drama Narcos to portray the leader of the criminal underworld.
The six-part Netflix series Griselda unfolds with intense shoot-outs, portraying the notorious criminal as a relatable yet ambitious and ruthless woman.
However, the authentic narrative of the woman nicknamed the “Cocaine Godmother” and linked to the deaths of her three husbands is considerably more complex.
As the mid-1980s approached, Blanco’s criminal empire began to crumble, and her reign of terror abruptly concluded with her arrest in Irvine, California.
On February 17, 1985, Blanco was apprehended in her residence by DEA agents, facing charges of manufacturing, importing, and distributing cocaine. Subsequently, Blanco spent two decades behind bars, marking the end of her tumultuous and notorious criminal career.
- 1/26/2024
- by Frank Yemi
- Monsters and Critics
Karol G, the renowned Colombian singer-songwriter behind hits like Ahora Me Llama with Bad Bunny, appears in Netflix’s latest crime drama, Griselda.
The series, starring Sofía Vergara, has debuted on Netflix, and excitement builds as fans anticipate seeing Vergara portray a notorious drug lord – a far cry from her role in Modern Family.
Karol G shared glimpses from the Griselda premiere on Instagram, featuring photos and a video alongside Vergara and the rest of the cast.
The series follows Griselda Blanco, a Colombian woman who established one of the most lucrative cartels in history.
Set in the backdrop of 1970s and ’80s Miami, Blanco’s deadly combination of unexpected brutality and charisma allowed her to skillfully navigate the realms of business and family.
This adept balancing act earned her the moniker “the Godmother,” solidifying her widespread recognition during that era.
Karol G plays a sex worker in Griselda
Karol G,...
The series, starring Sofía Vergara, has debuted on Netflix, and excitement builds as fans anticipate seeing Vergara portray a notorious drug lord – a far cry from her role in Modern Family.
Karol G shared glimpses from the Griselda premiere on Instagram, featuring photos and a video alongside Vergara and the rest of the cast.
The series follows Griselda Blanco, a Colombian woman who established one of the most lucrative cartels in history.
Set in the backdrop of 1970s and ’80s Miami, Blanco’s deadly combination of unexpected brutality and charisma allowed her to skillfully navigate the realms of business and family.
This adept balancing act earned her the moniker “the Godmother,” solidifying her widespread recognition during that era.
Karol G plays a sex worker in Griselda
Karol G,...
- 1/26/2024
- by Frank Yemi
- Monsters and Critics
Sofia Vergara is gushing about her Griselda co-star Karol G, who makes her on-screen acting debut!
The 51-year-old actress takes on the titular role for the new Netflix limited series, which just debuted on Thursday (January 25), while the 32-year-old singer has the recurring role of Carla.
In a new interview, Sofia sang her co-stars praises, and revealed something cool that Karol did for her co-stars.
Keep reading to find out more…
“It was amazing that she was willing to do it, because it’s very exciting to know people that want to try everything, and you know she’s at another level in her music,” Sofia told Extra. “And she arrived to the set, like, very humble, like she was being directed, and being like every one of us there waiting for our turns. You know how it is on a set.”
The actress then added, “And she gave us...
The 51-year-old actress takes on the titular role for the new Netflix limited series, which just debuted on Thursday (January 25), while the 32-year-old singer has the recurring role of Carla.
In a new interview, Sofia sang her co-stars praises, and revealed something cool that Karol did for her co-stars.
Keep reading to find out more…
“It was amazing that she was willing to do it, because it’s very exciting to know people that want to try everything, and you know she’s at another level in her music,” Sofia told Extra. “And she arrived to the set, like, very humble, like she was being directed, and being like every one of us there waiting for our turns. You know how it is on a set.”
The actress then added, “And she gave us...
- 1/26/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Netflix brings the story of a notorious drug queenpin to life in Griselda. The six-episode limited series is inspired by the real saga of “Cocaine Godmother” Griselda Blanco, a Colombian woman who became a prominent player in Miami’s violent cocaine trade in the 1970s and 1980s.
Sofia Vergara plays Blanco, a ruthless underworld figure who relies on a combination of charm and savagery to navigate between business and family. Argentinean actor Martín Rodríguez plays her right-hand man, enforcer Rivi Ayala, who was in thrall to his powerful boss.
“Rivi Ayala is based on a real person who was very close to Griselda,” Rodríguez told Showbiz Cheat Sheet. “He is completely fascinated by her and is willing to do anything for her.”
‘Griselda’ is a different take on the world of drug trafficking Martín Rodríguez in ‘Griselda’ | Elizabeth Morris/Netflix © 2023 | Elizabeth Morris/Netflix
Griselda comes from some of the same...
Sofia Vergara plays Blanco, a ruthless underworld figure who relies on a combination of charm and savagery to navigate between business and family. Argentinean actor Martín Rodríguez plays her right-hand man, enforcer Rivi Ayala, who was in thrall to his powerful boss.
“Rivi Ayala is based on a real person who was very close to Griselda,” Rodríguez told Showbiz Cheat Sheet. “He is completely fascinated by her and is willing to do anything for her.”
‘Griselda’ is a different take on the world of drug trafficking Martín Rodríguez in ‘Griselda’ | Elizabeth Morris/Netflix © 2023 | Elizabeth Morris/Netflix
Griselda comes from some of the same...
- 1/26/2024
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
While Sofía Vergara was delighting millions of viewers for more than a decade as Gloria Pritchett on Modern Family, she was thinking about Griselda Blanco.
For 15 years, Vergara pored over the life of the woman known as the cocaine trade pioneer — who also earned the nicknames “The Godmother” and “The Black Widow” — for transforming the drug trade from Colombia to the United States, making her biggest mark in Miami, in the 1970s to the early 2000s.
Narcos boss Eric Newman had also spent time thinking about Blanco. The executive producer behind Netflix’s hit drug cartel franchise says he always wanted to tell the Colombian queenpin’s story and even considered bringing her into the Narcos fold while working the flagship series and spinoff Narcos: Mexico.
“The challenge that I found immediately with Griselda [Blanco] is that her story is so compelling; she’s such an anomaly,” he tells The Hollywood Reporter.
For 15 years, Vergara pored over the life of the woman known as the cocaine trade pioneer — who also earned the nicknames “The Godmother” and “The Black Widow” — for transforming the drug trade from Colombia to the United States, making her biggest mark in Miami, in the 1970s to the early 2000s.
Narcos boss Eric Newman had also spent time thinking about Blanco. The executive producer behind Netflix’s hit drug cartel franchise says he always wanted to tell the Colombian queenpin’s story and even considered bringing her into the Narcos fold while working the flagship series and spinoff Narcos: Mexico.
“The challenge that I found immediately with Griselda [Blanco] is that her story is so compelling; she’s such an anomaly,” he tells The Hollywood Reporter.
- 1/25/2024
- by Jackie Strause
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
After “Narcos” and “Narcos: Mexico,” director Andrés Baiz was hesitant to return to the world of cartel crime dramas. At least until “Modern Family” star Sofía Vergara and her business partner Luis Balaguer approached Baiz and executive producer Eric Newman with the story of Griselda Blanco, the Cocaine Godmother.
“I’m going to be very honest here. Because I’m Colombian and had been working in ‘Narcos’ for seven years, I was a little bit over [the subject matter]. I wanted to do something different,” Baiz, who has also directed episodes of “The Sandman,” told TheWrap.
But when he was given the opportunity to guide Vergara through her prestige drama debut by directing and producing all six episodes of “Griselda,” Baiz changed his mind.
“It was less about the character and more about the opportunity to work with somebody and getting her to reinvent herself as an actor. That was what really drew me,...
“I’m going to be very honest here. Because I’m Colombian and had been working in ‘Narcos’ for seven years, I was a little bit over [the subject matter]. I wanted to do something different,” Baiz, who has also directed episodes of “The Sandman,” told TheWrap.
But when he was given the opportunity to guide Vergara through her prestige drama debut by directing and producing all six episodes of “Griselda,” Baiz changed his mind.
“It was less about the character and more about the opportunity to work with somebody and getting her to reinvent herself as an actor. That was what really drew me,...
- 1/25/2024
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap
This article contains spoilers for Griselda season 1.
Netflix’s latest crime drama miniseries, Griselda, from the minds behind Narcos, had an immense and wild real-life story to pull from. Just like her infamous contemporary and compatriot Pablo Escobar, Griselda Blanco (aka The Godmother and The Queen of Cocaine), played by an unrecognizable Sofia Vergara, led a notorious life driven by drugs, violence, greed, and murder. And while the show does a pretty comprehensive job of condensing the most thrilling, dramatic aspects and events of her life into six hours, it’s a nearly impossible task to include everything about her. The details in the life of such prominent and vicious criminals like Blanco to pick from are almost endless.
Thus, we gathered the most gripping elements the miniseries chose to leave out.
Griselda’s Early Years
Likely, the biggest omission in Griselda is the lack of portrayal of Blanco’s...
Netflix’s latest crime drama miniseries, Griselda, from the minds behind Narcos, had an immense and wild real-life story to pull from. Just like her infamous contemporary and compatriot Pablo Escobar, Griselda Blanco (aka The Godmother and The Queen of Cocaine), played by an unrecognizable Sofia Vergara, led a notorious life driven by drugs, violence, greed, and murder. And while the show does a pretty comprehensive job of condensing the most thrilling, dramatic aspects and events of her life into six hours, it’s a nearly impossible task to include everything about her. The details in the life of such prominent and vicious criminals like Blanco to pick from are almost endless.
Thus, we gathered the most gripping elements the miniseries chose to leave out.
Griselda’s Early Years
Likely, the biggest omission in Griselda is the lack of portrayal of Blanco’s...
- 1/25/2024
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
If you watch enough TV, you should place bets on Netflix’s “Griselda.”
The limited series, from Eric Newman and Andrés Baiz of “Narcos,” stars Sofia Vergara as real-life drug boss Griselda Blanco. Even though it’s based on a real person, the limited series’ beats are visible from miles away, and it’s the rare show that feels like it could’ve used two extra episodes if only to avoid an abrupt ending.
Baiz directs the series, with Vergara on the executive production team that also includes co-creators Doug Miro, Ingrid Escajeda, and Carlo Bernard (Escajeda and Miro serve as showrunners). To drive home the “Narcos” parallels — or at least to pull in the hit show’s audience — “Griselda” opens with a quote from Pablo Escobar himself: “The only man I ever feared was a woman named Griselda Blanco.”
The quote is revealed in three parts — the beginning, the...
The limited series, from Eric Newman and Andrés Baiz of “Narcos,” stars Sofia Vergara as real-life drug boss Griselda Blanco. Even though it’s based on a real person, the limited series’ beats are visible from miles away, and it’s the rare show that feels like it could’ve used two extra episodes if only to avoid an abrupt ending.
Baiz directs the series, with Vergara on the executive production team that also includes co-creators Doug Miro, Ingrid Escajeda, and Carlo Bernard (Escajeda and Miro serve as showrunners). To drive home the “Narcos” parallels — or at least to pull in the hit show’s audience — “Griselda” opens with a quote from Pablo Escobar himself: “The only man I ever feared was a woman named Griselda Blanco.”
The quote is revealed in three parts — the beginning, the...
- 1/25/2024
- by Proma Khosla
- Indiewire
Sofia Vergara and Netflix are at the center of a new lawsuit filed by late Griselda Blanco’s children over upcoming limited true crime series “Griselda.”
Lead star and executive producer Vergara is named in the suit that alleges the series uses Blanco’s family’s images and likenesses without proper authorization. TMZ first reported the legal filing. IndieWire has reached out to Vergara’s representatives and Netflix for comment.
Vergara responded to the pending legal claim in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, saying of playing Blanco, “I’m trying to understand her from the beginning. I started from being fascinated by her, because she achieved many things that it was impossible for a woman to achieve, even though they were horrific.”
“Griselda” creator Eric Newman added, “It’s not my first rodeo. The Escobar family made similar claims [for the TV series ‘Narcos’]. We had a very specific story we wanted to tell. I believe we told it,...
Lead star and executive producer Vergara is named in the suit that alleges the series uses Blanco’s family’s images and likenesses without proper authorization. TMZ first reported the legal filing. IndieWire has reached out to Vergara’s representatives and Netflix for comment.
Vergara responded to the pending legal claim in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, saying of playing Blanco, “I’m trying to understand her from the beginning. I started from being fascinated by her, because she achieved many things that it was impossible for a woman to achieve, even though they were horrific.”
“Griselda” creator Eric Newman added, “It’s not my first rodeo. The Escobar family made similar claims [for the TV series ‘Narcos’]. We had a very specific story we wanted to tell. I believe we told it,...
- 1/25/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Sofia Vergara is taking on her most dramatic role yet in Netflix’s “Griselda,” in which she plays infamous Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco. The show marks a rare opportunity for Vergara to flex her dramatic acting muscles as her career has largely been defined by comedy projects, from playing Gloria Pritchett on ABC’s “Modern Family” (which ran for 11 seasons and garnered Vergara four Emmy nominations) to films like 2015’s “Hot Pursuit” with Reese Witherspoon.
“I’m always looking for characters because there’s not much that I can play with this stupid accent,” Vergara recently told the Los Angeles Times, poking fun at herself. “I can’t play a scientist or be in ‘Schindler’s List.’ My acting jobs are kind of limited.”
Because her potential roles are limited, Vergara knew Griselda was the rare dramatic character she could sink her teeth into. But becoming a ruthless drug lord...
“I’m always looking for characters because there’s not much that I can play with this stupid accent,” Vergara recently told the Los Angeles Times, poking fun at herself. “I can’t play a scientist or be in ‘Schindler’s List.’ My acting jobs are kind of limited.”
Because her potential roles are limited, Vergara knew Griselda was the rare dramatic character she could sink her teeth into. But becoming a ruthless drug lord...
- 1/24/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
You didn't think Netflix controversies were limited to unexpected Oscar contenders with disputed real-world allegations or, say, a horrendously misguided attempt at a "Squid Game"-based reality show spinoff, did you? It's anyone's guess whether the streamer is purposefully courting headline-grabbing projects or has simply found itself on an unfortunate sleazy streak through no fault of its own. Either way, buckle up because the ride's not over just yet.
It's always a tricky thing to dramatize historical events and actual people for mass entertainment -- particularly when they involve the criminal world. Netflix's next buzzy title, the upcoming Sofia Vergara-starring series "Griselda" that tells the story of Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco and her rise to power, has all the hallmarks of becoming the next big hit: an A-list name attached in the lead role, a practically made-for-tv backstory that needs to be seen to be believed, and all...
It's always a tricky thing to dramatize historical events and actual people for mass entertainment -- particularly when they involve the criminal world. Netflix's next buzzy title, the upcoming Sofia Vergara-starring series "Griselda" that tells the story of Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco and her rise to power, has all the hallmarks of becoming the next big hit: an A-list name attached in the lead role, a practically made-for-tv backstory that needs to be seen to be believed, and all...
- 1/24/2024
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
Sofia Vergara is stepping out in Miami to promote her Netflix series!
The 51-year-old Emmy-nominated actress and co-star Karol G posed together at the Griselda premiere on Tuesday (January 23) held at The Fillmore Miami Beach in Miami Beach, Florida.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Sofia Vergara
Fellow cast members in attendance included Paulina Davila, Gabriel Sloyer, Diego Trujillo, Alberto Guerra, and Maximiliano Hernandez.
Keep reading to find out more…
Here’s the show’s official logline: Griselda is “inspired by the savvy and ambitious Colombian businesswoman, Griselda Blanco, who created one of the most profitable cartels in history.”
“A devoted mother, Blanco’s lethal blend of charm and unsuspected savagery helped her expertly navigate between family and business leading her to become widely known as the ‘Godmother.’”
Griselda will be available for streaming on Netflix starting on Friday, Jan. 25 – watch the trailer here!
Click through the gallery for...
The 51-year-old Emmy-nominated actress and co-star Karol G posed together at the Griselda premiere on Tuesday (January 23) held at The Fillmore Miami Beach in Miami Beach, Florida.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Sofia Vergara
Fellow cast members in attendance included Paulina Davila, Gabriel Sloyer, Diego Trujillo, Alberto Guerra, and Maximiliano Hernandez.
Keep reading to find out more…
Here’s the show’s official logline: Griselda is “inspired by the savvy and ambitious Colombian businesswoman, Griselda Blanco, who created one of the most profitable cartels in history.”
“A devoted mother, Blanco’s lethal blend of charm and unsuspected savagery helped her expertly navigate between family and business leading her to become widely known as the ‘Godmother.’”
Griselda will be available for streaming on Netflix starting on Friday, Jan. 25 – watch the trailer here!
Click through the gallery for...
- 1/24/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Sofia Vergara and Netflix have been hit by a lawsuit by Griselda Blanco’s estate over the upcoming series “Griselda.”
The suit, filed Wednesday in Florida, seeks a court injunction to block the release of the miniseries, which is currently scheduled for a Jan. 25 premiere, due to alleged unauthorized use of the family’s image and likeness.
The series, which stars Vergara as Griselda Blanco, follows the infamous cartel leader known widely as “the Godmother” as she rises through drug trafficking ranks in 1980s Miami. Vergara serves as an executive producer for the series.
While the suit does not contend with the depiction of Blanco, whose notoriety establishes her as a public figure, Blanco’s children, who act as the representation for the Blanco’s estate, allege that details surrounding their image and likeness were used in the Netflix series without consent nor compensation.
Prior to “Griselda” landing at Netflix,...
The suit, filed Wednesday in Florida, seeks a court injunction to block the release of the miniseries, which is currently scheduled for a Jan. 25 premiere, due to alleged unauthorized use of the family’s image and likeness.
The series, which stars Vergara as Griselda Blanco, follows the infamous cartel leader known widely as “the Godmother” as she rises through drug trafficking ranks in 1980s Miami. Vergara serves as an executive producer for the series.
While the suit does not contend with the depiction of Blanco, whose notoriety establishes her as a public figure, Blanco’s children, who act as the representation for the Blanco’s estate, allege that details surrounding their image and likeness were used in the Netflix series without consent nor compensation.
Prior to “Griselda” landing at Netflix,...
- 1/20/2024
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
The only surviving son of notorious “Cocaine Godmother” Griselda Blanco is suing to block the upcoming premiere of the Netflix limited series Griselda on the grounds that it relies on his “private narratives” without permission.
Plaintiff Michael Sepulveda Blanco alleges in paperwork filed Friday that Netflix, Sofia Vergara and other producers behind Griselda stole his “private artistic literary work” and will cause “irreparable injury” and “damage his reputation in the entertainment community” if he’s not given proper credit.
Billed as a “fictionalized” version of the life of the infamous Colombian drug queen,...
Plaintiff Michael Sepulveda Blanco alleges in paperwork filed Friday that Netflix, Sofia Vergara and other producers behind Griselda stole his “private artistic literary work” and will cause “irreparable injury” and “damage his reputation in the entertainment community” if he’s not given proper credit.
Billed as a “fictionalized” version of the life of the infamous Colombian drug queen,...
- 1/19/2024
- by Nancy Dillon
- Rollingstone.com
"Griselda" is a new 'drug crime' drama TV series, directed by Eric Newman and Andrés Baiz, starring Sofía Vergara in prosthetic makeup, streaming January 25, 2024 on Netflix:
"...'Griselda' is inspired by the degenerate life of ambitious 'Griselda Blanco', who created one of the most profitable drug cartels in history.
“In 1970's-80's Miami, Blanco's lethal blend of savagery and charm helped her expertly navigate between business and family, leading her to become widely known as the 'Godmother'..."
Cast also includes Alberto Guerra, Christian Tappan, Martín Rodríguez, Juliana Aidén Martinez, Vanessa Ferlito and Carolina Giraldo.
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"...'Griselda' is inspired by the degenerate life of ambitious 'Griselda Blanco', who created one of the most profitable drug cartels in history.
“In 1970's-80's Miami, Blanco's lethal blend of savagery and charm helped her expertly navigate between business and family, leading her to become widely known as the 'Godmother'..."
Cast also includes Alberto Guerra, Christian Tappan, Martín Rodríguez, Juliana Aidén Martinez, Vanessa Ferlito and Carolina Giraldo.
Click the images to enlarge...
- 1/19/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Plot: A fictionalized dramatization inspired by the life of the savvy and ambitious Griselda Blanco, who created one of the most powerful cartels in history. Set in 1970s-80s Miami, Blanco’s lethal blend of unsuspected savagery and charm helps her expertly navigate between business and family, leading her to become widely known as “the Godmother.”
Review: Sofia Vergara, the multiple-time Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actress, is best known for her comedic work on the hit sitcom Modern Family. Many may not be aware of the over-the-top accent she affected for the series and have written her off based on that and her stunning good looks. After teasing a dramatically different role in Netflix’s limited series Griselda, Vergara gets her comeuppance as she delivers what will likely be the signature role of her career. Griselda is a violent and brutal look at the life of the woman that...
Review: Sofia Vergara, the multiple-time Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actress, is best known for her comedic work on the hit sitcom Modern Family. Many may not be aware of the over-the-top accent she affected for the series and have written her off based on that and her stunning good looks. After teasing a dramatically different role in Netflix’s limited series Griselda, Vergara gets her comeuppance as she delivers what will likely be the signature role of her career. Griselda is a violent and brutal look at the life of the woman that...
- 1/17/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Hollywood likes to pretend that it’s in a constant state of self-improvement, and that the days of blackface and Mickey Rooney as Mr. Yunioshi are far in the past. But we aren’t that far removed from Zoe Saldaña playing Nina Simone, FX casting a white British actor as a budding Middle Eastern despot in Tyrant or Catherine Zeta-Jones playing notorious Colombian drug kingpin Griselda Blanco in Lifetime’s Cocaine Godmother.
I hope we can all agree that whatever divine and legal sanctions she deserved for being, by all accounts, quite monstrous at times, Griselda Blanco did not deserve the throughly bizarro accent and makeup job that accompanied Zeta-Jones’ performance in Cocaine Godmother.
If nothing else, Netflix’s six-part Griselda is an adequate representational corrective. Colombian actress Sofía Vergara plays Blanco, with a latex job that doesn’t really make her look like Griselda Blanco, but definitely makes her look like “Not Sofía Vergara.
I hope we can all agree that whatever divine and legal sanctions she deserved for being, by all accounts, quite monstrous at times, Griselda Blanco did not deserve the throughly bizarro accent and makeup job that accompanied Zeta-Jones’ performance in Cocaine Godmother.
If nothing else, Netflix’s six-part Griselda is an adequate representational corrective. Colombian actress Sofía Vergara plays Blanco, with a latex job that doesn’t really make her look like Griselda Blanco, but definitely makes her look like “Not Sofía Vergara.
- 1/17/2024
- by Daniel Fienberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Sofia Vergara as Griselda in episode 101 of Griselda. Cr. Elizabeth Morris/Netflix © 2023
Following the success of the Narcos franchise, Netflix is diving headfirst back into another biographic series about the drug empire led by Griselda Blanco with Sofia Vergara. The new limited series, consisting of six episodes, is coming to Netflix globally in January 2024. Here’s what you need to know about Griselda.
News of the show first came about in November 2021, with Illuminerdi first reporting that a Narcos spin-off was in development with the same team. Days later, we also reported that the show was in development, and just a day after that, Netflix officially unveiled the title but was keen to stress that “there is no association or crossover between the shows.”
It’s taken a long time for Griselda to come to our screen. It reportedly took Latin World Entertainment eight years for the series to be picked up by a network.
Following the success of the Narcos franchise, Netflix is diving headfirst back into another biographic series about the drug empire led by Griselda Blanco with Sofia Vergara. The new limited series, consisting of six episodes, is coming to Netflix globally in January 2024. Here’s what you need to know about Griselda.
News of the show first came about in November 2021, with Illuminerdi first reporting that a Narcos spin-off was in development with the same team. Days later, we also reported that the show was in development, and just a day after that, Netflix officially unveiled the title but was keen to stress that “there is no association or crossover between the shows.”
It’s taken a long time for Griselda to come to our screen. It reportedly took Latin World Entertainment eight years for the series to be picked up by a network.
- 1/10/2024
- by Kasey Moore
- Whats-on-Netflix
Selena Gomez Shares A Passionate Moment With Benny Blanco Post Golden Globes 2024 But Gets Trolled By Haters(Photo Credit –Instagram)
Selena Gomez might not have won the Golden Globes 2024 for her performance in Only Murders in the Building, but she has won in real life being with her new boyfriend, Benny Blanco! At least that’s what she believes as she shared a steamy photo of her with Benny on her social media. Earlier, she went viral for her gossipy moment at the Awards ceremony, where she, Taylor Swift, and Keleigh Sperry were engrossed in a conversation caught on camera.
Selena and Benny’s relationship news broke out in December 2023, and since then, the Rare Beauty founder has been dropping pictures of her with the music producer. Before going official with Blanco, Sel was linked to Zayn Malik last year, and after several speculations, it turned out to be just rumors.
Selena Gomez might not have won the Golden Globes 2024 for her performance in Only Murders in the Building, but she has won in real life being with her new boyfriend, Benny Blanco! At least that’s what she believes as she shared a steamy photo of her with Benny on her social media. Earlier, she went viral for her gossipy moment at the Awards ceremony, where she, Taylor Swift, and Keleigh Sperry were engrossed in a conversation caught on camera.
Selena and Benny’s relationship news broke out in December 2023, and since then, the Rare Beauty founder has been dropping pictures of her with the music producer. Before going official with Blanco, Sel was linked to Zayn Malik last year, and after several speculations, it turned out to be just rumors.
- 1/8/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Selena Gomez Once Revealed That Her Therapist Was Once Concerned About Her Love Life(Photo Credit –Instagram)
Selena Gomez has been on a roll in terms of her career and business, but the pop star wasn’t very lucky when it came to love. And it’s not just us; her therapist was also concerned about the Rare Beauty founder. Thankfully, Selena has finally found her ‘Mi Amor’ and is currently dating music producer Benny Blanco. Scroll below for more.
It would not be wrong to say that the singer has been on the news more for her personal life than her work. Sel’s most talked about relationship is with Justin Bieber; the fans have still not moved on from their breakup in 2018, even after Bieber’s marriage to Hailey Baldwin. That year, Hailey and Justin tied the knot, leaving the Jelena fans heartbroken. There has never been a...
Selena Gomez has been on a roll in terms of her career and business, but the pop star wasn’t very lucky when it came to love. And it’s not just us; her therapist was also concerned about the Rare Beauty founder. Thankfully, Selena has finally found her ‘Mi Amor’ and is currently dating music producer Benny Blanco. Scroll below for more.
It would not be wrong to say that the singer has been on the news more for her personal life than her work. Sel’s most talked about relationship is with Justin Bieber; the fans have still not moved on from their breakup in 2018, even after Bieber’s marriage to Hailey Baldwin. That year, Hailey and Justin tied the knot, leaving the Jelena fans heartbroken. There has never been a...
- 1/7/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Singer-actress Selena Gomez “can’t get enough” of Benny Blanco.
The ‘Single Soon’ musician, 31, is “super happy and present” amid her romance with Blanco, 35, reports People magazine.
A source said: “She seems to be really feeling herself at the moment. Maybe that’s Benny or maybe that’s just where she’s at personally and professionally.”
Needless to say, “everyone is so happy that she’s happy,” says the insider. The source notes that people in Gomez’s circle are “protective” of the singer-actress.
“Everyone was a fan of hers before ‘Only Murders in the Building’, and now everyone is protective of her. With her cast and crew, the feeling is ‘any boyfriend of Selena’s is a boyfriend of ours'”, the insider continues.
As per People, on Wednesday night, Gomez and Blanco were spotted enjoying a date night at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, sitting courtside as they...
The ‘Single Soon’ musician, 31, is “super happy and present” amid her romance with Blanco, 35, reports People magazine.
A source said: “She seems to be really feeling herself at the moment. Maybe that’s Benny or maybe that’s just where she’s at personally and professionally.”
Needless to say, “everyone is so happy that she’s happy,” says the insider. The source notes that people in Gomez’s circle are “protective” of the singer-actress.
“Everyone was a fan of hers before ‘Only Murders in the Building’, and now everyone is protective of her. With her cast and crew, the feeling is ‘any boyfriend of Selena’s is a boyfriend of ours'”, the insider continues.
As per People, on Wednesday night, Gomez and Blanco were spotted enjoying a date night at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, sitting courtside as they...
- 1/6/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Did you have milk in your coffee this morning? Perhaps it was whole milk, skim milk, soy milk, or almond milk? But in Brody Jenner‘s case, it’s breast milk. And apparently, one taste convinced him it’s the best milk.
Here’s more on when the reality TV star first tried his fiancée’s breast milk and how that experience has him declaring it’s “freaking delicious.”
Brody Jenner reveals he makes coffee with fianceé’s breast milk:
“It’s freaking delicious” pic.twitter.com/q3MJx6jCFU
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) October 9, 2023 Who is Brody Jenner’s fiancée?
Jenner, who was previously in a relationship with The Hills: New Beginnings co-star Kaitlynn Carter, met Tiarah “Tia” Blanco when they both happened to be vacationing in Hawaii.
Blanco was born on May 5, 1997 in Puerto Rico. She is a professional surfer and like Jenner has appeared on reality TV as...
Here’s more on when the reality TV star first tried his fiancée’s breast milk and how that experience has him declaring it’s “freaking delicious.”
Brody Jenner reveals he makes coffee with fianceé’s breast milk:
“It’s freaking delicious” pic.twitter.com/q3MJx6jCFU
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) October 9, 2023 Who is Brody Jenner’s fiancée?
Jenner, who was previously in a relationship with The Hills: New Beginnings co-star Kaitlynn Carter, met Tiarah “Tia” Blanco when they both happened to be vacationing in Hawaii.
Blanco was born on May 5, 1997 in Puerto Rico. She is a professional surfer and like Jenner has appeared on reality TV as...
- 10/14/2023
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Brody Jenner is revelling in being a first-time father.
Last month, the “Hills” alum and fiancée Tia Blanco welcomed their first child together, daughter Honey Raye Jenner.
On Wednesday, Jenner took to Instagram to share a cute video of himself stroking the infant’s hairless head while she peers into his eyes, her face breaking into a wide smile.
Read More: Brody Jenner And Fiancée Tia Blanco Welcome First Child Together
“My little Honey ,” he wrote in the caption. “Indescribable feeling when she looks into my eyes and smiles. ”
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A post shared by Brody Jenner (@brodyjenner)
Jenner and Blanco welcomed their little bundle of joy on July 29, with the couple sharing video of the baby’s water birth, documenting the precise moment of her arrival.
“Momma and baby are in perfect health,” the wrote in the caption. “We are so incredibly in love and have...
Last month, the “Hills” alum and fiancée Tia Blanco welcomed their first child together, daughter Honey Raye Jenner.
On Wednesday, Jenner took to Instagram to share a cute video of himself stroking the infant’s hairless head while she peers into his eyes, her face breaking into a wide smile.
Read More: Brody Jenner And Fiancée Tia Blanco Welcome First Child Together
“My little Honey ,” he wrote in the caption. “Indescribable feeling when she looks into my eyes and smiles. ”
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Brody Jenner (@brodyjenner)
Jenner and Blanco welcomed their little bundle of joy on July 29, with the couple sharing video of the baby’s water birth, documenting the precise moment of her arrival.
“Momma and baby are in perfect health,” the wrote in the caption. “We are so incredibly in love and have...
- 8/31/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
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