Skip to main contentSkip to footer
Digital Cover celebrities© WireImage

Sofia Vergara's Walk of Fame moment: A star-studded flashback worth rewatching

Vergara's journey to this milestone is like a telenovela with a Hollywood ending


Shirley Gomez
Senior Writer
MAY 8, 2025 1:59 PM EDT

On May 7, 2015, the sun shone, the paparazzi were flashing, and Sofia Vergara was cementing her legacy. The Colombian-born actress was honored with the 2,551st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and in true Sofia style, she did it with glamour, humor, and just the right amount of sparkle.

Perfectly placed at 7013 Hollywood Boulevard, right next to her "Modern Family" on-screen husband, Ed O'Neill

Sofia Vergara attends the ceremony honoring her with a Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame held on May 7, 2015 in Hollywood, California.  (Photo by Michael Tran/FilmMagic)© FilmMagic
Sofia Vergara attends the ceremony honoring her with a Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame held on May 7, 2015 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Tran/FilmMagic)

From Barranquilla to Beverly Hills

Sofia Vergara's journey to this milestone is like a telenovela with a Hollywood ending. She went from hosting Spanish-language shows in the '90s to breaking comedy ground as the fiery, hilarious, and endlessly quotable Gloria Delgado-Pritchett. Her role on "Modern Family" earned her four Emmy nominations and helped reshape American TV's portrayal of Latinas.

Her star, awarded in the Television category, was a nod to that impact. For fans, seeing her honored alongside O'Neill was like watching a bonus episode of "Modern Family," but with better outfits and more real-life happy tears.

Red Carpet Royalty

Vergara showed up in a strapless, gold dress that looked like the Hollywood sunset, and wrapped her in a hug. She was joined by her then-fiancé (now ex-husband), the smoldering Joe Manganiello, and surrounded by her co-stars and real-life glam squad of family and friends. 

After the ceremony, the celebration didn't stop. There was dancing, laughter, and, of course, plenty of selfies. Vergara, true to her roots, brought joy and family to the forefront, showing that shared success tastes sweeter.

Manolo Gonzalez-Ripoll Vergara and Sofia Vergara Honored With Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame on May 7, 2015 in Hollywood, California.  (Photo by Steve Granitz/WireImage)© WireImage
Manolo Gonzalez-Ripoll Vergara and Sofia Vergara Honored With Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame on May 7, 2015 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Steve Granitz/WireImage)

Remembering the Moment

Flash forward to 2025, and Vergara's still got it, and she knows it. On the tenth anniversary of her Walk of Fame moment, she took to social media to share a photo from that day on her Instagram Stories. A glittering snapshot of a glittering moment, complete with throwback glam.

No long caption. No dramatic retrospective. Just a quiet flex from a woman who's built a career on making audiences laugh and making it look effortless.

Actress Sofia Vergara is honored with the 2,551st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, May 7, 2015, in Hollywood, California. AFP PHOTO / ROBYN BECK        (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images)© AFP via Getty Images
Actress Sofia Vergara is honored with the 2,551st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, May 7, 2015, in Hollywood, California. AFP PHOTO / ROBYN BECK (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images)

Vergara's Walk of Fame star isn't just a piece of polished terrazzo; it symbolizes how far she has come. In a world that once offered Latina actresses only one-note roles, Vergara kicked the door down and claimed her space with confidence, wit, and unmatched comedic timing.

She became one of the highest-paid actresses on television, built her businesses, and continued to represent Latino talent with pride. Whether hosting reality TV or launching beauty ventures, she's proving that this star is only getting brighter.

 Actress Sofia Vergara and actress Julie Bowen at Sofia Vergara's Star ceremony held on The Hollywood Walk Of Fame on May 7, 2015 in Hollywood, California.  (Photo by Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images)© Getty Images
Actress Sofia Vergara and actress Julie Bowen at Sofia Vergara's Star ceremony held on The Hollywood Walk Of Fame on May 7, 2015 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images)

Sofia Vergara's 2015 Walk of Fame ceremony celebrated culture, perseverance, and the power of comedic genius. Ten years later, it still sparkles as a reminder that you don't just walk the boulevard; you earn every step with hustle, heart, and humor.

© ¡HOLA! Reproduction of this article and its photographs in whole or in part is prohibited, even when citing their source.