B. Education and Early Aspirations
Vergara initially had no plans to enter the world of entertainment. After completing her high school education at a private bilingual Spanish-English school, she enrolled at the University of Colombia to study dentistry. Her path seemed set towards a stable career in healthcare, but life had other plans for her. While still a student, she was discovered by a photographer on a Colombian beach, leading to her first commercial at the age of 17. This unexpected opportunity marked the beginning of her journey in the entertainment industry, a path that would soon lead her far from the dental clinic.
C. Discovery and First Steps in Entertainment
The commercial that launched her career was for Pepsi, a brand that would become one of her long-time collaborators. Her natural beauty, combined with her charisma and confidence in front of the camera, quickly caught the attention of the Latin American entertainment industry. Despite her family’s initial hesitation about her pursuing a career in show business, Vergara decided to embrace the opportunities that came her way. She left dental school and began modeling and hosting television shows, marking the start of a career that would eventually take her to international stardom.
II. Career Beginnings in Latin America
A. Modeling Career
Sofia Vergara’s entry into the world of modeling was met with immediate success. In Colombia, she became a popular figure, appearing in numerous advertising campaigns and magazine covers. Her statuesque figure and striking features made her a sought-after model, and she quickly established herself as one of the most recognizable faces in Latin America. Modeling was not just a stepping stone for Vergara; it was a platform that allowed her to build a public persona and gain the experience necessary to transition into television.
