Sofía Vergara's Transformation for 'Griselda' Earns Emmy Nod

Vergara's portrayal of drug lord Griselda Blanco in Netflix's 'Griselda' involved a dramatic physical and emotional transformation.

Vergara spent over four hours daily in makeup to achieve Blanco's look, including prosthetics and body modifications.
The role required Vergara to draw from personal tragedy, including her brother's murder by a cartel.
Vergara's performance has been praised for its authenticity, with the series maintaining a high rating on review aggregator sites.
The project, 15 years in the making, allowed Vergara to work with a primarily Latin cast and crew.
Vergara aimed to balance Blanco's ruthless persona with a nuanced, sympathetic portrayal.