Jorge Ramos asks Sofía Vergara an uncomfortable question in the middle of an interview
Posted on 02/04/24 at 08:00
- Sofía makes an unexpected abour narconovelas confession.
- Debate on Colombian narconovelas.
- Jorge Ramos ‘makes Sofía Vergara uncomfortable’.
On the eve of the premiere of her Netflix series, ‘Griselda’, the renowned Colombian actress Sofía Vergara faces a series of incisive questions.
The most recent being from journalist Jorge Ramos in his program ‘Al Punto’ on Univisión.
Jorge Ramos is known for being a renowned journalist with many years of experience and for the number of interviews he has done with famous personalities.
However, the Mexican decided to get the truth out of Vergara before the premiere of her new series, Check it out!
Jorge Ramos interrogates Sofía Vergara
The promotion of the interview reveals intense moments, focused on the statements of the Colombian ambassador in London, Roy Barreras.
The ambassador expressed his concern about the negative impact of narconovelas on the country’s image abroad.
In the published trailer, Ramos does not hesitate to ask the question that, for many, may have made Vergara uncomfortable:
«They say that narconovelas do great damage to the image of Colombia abroad. Our homeland has so many stories of resilience and overcoming,” Ramos read.
Sofía Vergara and the Narconovelas
«There are so many successful Colombians and life stories to tell,» said the journalist, quoting the words of Roy Barreras.
The actress’s response was immediate, revealing a frank position and, perhaps, contradictory to the ambassador’s concerns.
Bluntly, Sofía Vergara addresses Barreras’ statements, partially admitting their validity by recognizing the existence of many spectacular stories in Colombia.
However, she adds a personal nuance by mentioning her frustration at not having obtained support from studios to tell these alternative stories.
Sofía Vergara and her Posture towards Narconovelas
«I was not lucky enough to get any of those stories that any of the studios would listen to me to do,» replied the actress.
The shocking twist comes when the ‘Griselda’ star confesses her fascination with narconovelas, a theme that, according to Barreras, damages the country’s image.
«But you bring something that has to do with drug traffickers and it is a fascination, it fascinates me, I see them all. And I am Colombian,” adds Vergara.
Thus revealing an ambivalent position towards the representation of Colombia in the world through these controversial television productions.
A ‘taste’ of an interesting interview
This interview suggests that a long conversation full of quite controversial and interesting topics for the famous actress is expected.
It should be noted that the conversation between Ramos and Vergara shows the diversity of opinions regarding narconovelas.
However, the conversation reveals discrepancies regarding the critical perspective of Ambassador Barreras, while many people disagree with the actress.
The full interview is scheduled for this Sunday, January 28, on the Univision program ‘Al Punto’, the interview promises to touch on many important issues.
Public opinion on the famous woman’s response
On the other hand, in the comments in the video, there were many people with quite divided opinions about the Mexican journalist’s question to the actress.
«Excellent response from @sofiavergara», «Unfortunately that is what sells, she has said it herself,» expressed some of the followers of the famous Hispanic journalist.
Instead, they commented: «Yes, it may be empowerment, but it is also just another series that addresses the issue of drug trafficking.»
«Empowerment in what? In committing a crime», «That is not female empowerment», said some people, contradicting what the Colombian mentioned. (SEE THE VIDEO HERE).
