Sofia Vergara, the Colombian superstar, recently received a striking 24-foot (about 7.3 metres) bronze statue in her hometown of Barranquilla, Colombia.
This imposing figure celebrates her impressive career and deep connection to her roots, reinforcing her status as a hometown hero.
THE STATUE OF SOFIA VERGARA
The enormous statue portrays Sofia gracefully waving her hand while dressed in a glitzy evening gown with a thigh-high slit.
Created by artist Yino Márquez and his students, this sculpture was unveiled to coincide with her 53rd birthday, according to Hindustan Times.
SOFIA VERGARA SHARES HER GRATITUDE
Sofia expressed heartfelt gratitude on Instagram, saying, “Thank you, my beautiful Barranquilla, for this gift!
I never imagined that my history, my work and my dreams would leave such a significant mark on this earth that I love. I respect and long for so much.
This statue is not only in my honour, but in honour of the Barranquilla people and my family and friends who have always been with me. I love them so much!”
The gesture honours the city and the people who shaped her. Barranquilla’s mayor praised Sofia Vergara for representing her hometown on the world stage. The mayor highlighted her as a source of pride for the community.
FANS REACT ON SOCIAL MEDIA
However, the public reaction on social media was mixed. While some fans celebrated the tribute, many questioned the statue’s design and relevance.
Comments ranged from “This is… a bit odd,” to “It doesn’t look like her at all,”.
Others defended the statue, applauding Sofia Vergara as ‘the Marilyn Monroe of Colombia’ and calling the honour “dope” and “a true recognition.”
SHAKIRA’S STATUE
This statue follows the footsteps of another famous Barranquilla native, pop icon Shakira, who received a slightly smaller 21-foot bronze statue in 2023.
Both statues stand in the Gran Malecón area, a redeveloped riverfront park that showcases public art and cultural pride.
Sofia Vergara’s recent work includes a cameo in Jennifer Lopez’s film This is Me…Now: A Love Story and voicing a character named Valentina in the fourth Despicable Me film.
In Sofia’s words, “I owe all that I have accomplished to the strength, the willpower, and the joy I breathe on this earth.” Her statue stands as a towering testament to that spirit.
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