Sofia Vergara news
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The gist
Sofía Vergara hosts family in LA and partners with Boehringer Ingelheim on hypertension campaign.
Her AGT co-judge Simon Cowell will miss weeks due to back surgery.
Background
Sofía Vergara, known for 'Modern Family' and as a judge on 'America's Got Talent,' recently made news for her lifestyle and family-oriented activities. She partnered with Boehringer Ingelheim on the 'Detect the SOS' campaign, which encourages patients with hypertension to be mindful of their health, partly because her mother suffers from high blood pressure. Meanwhile, her AGT colleague Simon Cowell is set to undergo routine back surgery, causing him to miss several weeks of the show.
How it unfolded
- Aug 21, 2026Sofía Vergara wore a body-hugging Laura Basci lace dress covered in sequins for a new episode of 'AGT'.
- Aug 24, 2026Reports emerged that Simon Cowell will miss weeks of 'America's Got Talent' due to back surgery; his representative confirmed it's routine and he'll be back in a few weeks.
- Aug 25, 2026Articles highlighted Vergara's family entertaining habits and her partnership with Boehringer Ingelheim on the hypertension campaign, as well as her fall outfit resembling Quince clothing.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Simon Cowell's representative stated, 'Obviously medical matters are private but it’s routine and he will be back in a few weeks.'
- Public
- Shoppers praised Quince's wide-leg jeans, similar to Vergara's, as 'a perfect option to dress up or dress down.'
Still unverified
The specific details of Simon Cowell's surgery and recovery timeline are based on reports from TMZ and his representative; the exact nature of the surgery has not been publicly disclosed.