Why Did Sofia Vergara Replace Gabrielle Union as America’s Got Talent Judge?

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She just wrapped filming the final season of the hit ABC sitcom Modern Family a few weeks ago, and Sofia Vergara seems to be settling in well to her new job.

The 47-year-old actress is now serving as a judge on the latest season of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, replacing Gabrielle Union, who was allegedly fired from the show after speaking up against racism and “problematic” work culture on the show.

She’s sitting on the AGT season 15 judging panel alongside Simon Cowell, Howie Mendel, and returning judge Heidi Klum.

Sofia Vergara at the America’s Got Talent Season 15 Kickoff in Pasadena, California on March 4, 2020Sofia Vergara looks fabulous at America’s Got Talent Season 15 Kickoff in Pasadena, California on March 4, 2020

On Wednesday, Sofia put on a stunning display as she graced the red carpet of America’s Got Talent Season 15 Kickoff in Pasadena, California.

She stuck to her signature silhouette, wearing a form-fitting black dress that highlighted her hourglass curves. The strapless number is adorned with shimmering crystals on the bodice.

Sofia Vergara flaunts her hourglass figure in a black strapless crystal-embellished dressSofia Vergara flaunts her hourglass figure in a black strapless crystal-embellished dress

Adding extra sparkle to her look, Sofia accessorized with Anabela Chan cascade earrings and several diamond rings.

She rounded out her look with a pair of black platform sandals with peep toes and about 4.5-inch heels.

Sofia Vergara displays her toes in sexy peep-toe sandalsSofia Vergara displays her toes in sexy peep-toe sandals

The Colombian beauty wore her tresses straight and down, framing her perfectly made-up face.

She accentuated her features and applied smokey eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, and scarlet red lipstick.

Sofia Vergara shows a fierce look with red lipstick, smokey eyes, and her hair straight and downSofia Vergara shows a fierce look with red lipstick, smokey eyes, and her hair straight and down

Prior to walking the red carpet, Sofia was spotted sporting a casual-chic look on her way to the AGT set.

The wife of Joe Manganiello wore a plunging v-neck white tee, half-tucked into a pair of distressed boyfriend jeans, called Bagi, from her own collection ($27.50 at Walmart).

Sofia Vergara heads to the AGT set in classic white tee and jeans combinationSofia Vergara heads to the AGT set in a classic white tee and jeans combination

She styled her off-duty look with a blue tweed coat thrown over her shoulders and carried a $4,190 Tom Ford T Twist tote.

To complete her look, Sofia showed off her feet in Saint Laurent ‘Tribute’ velvet platform sandals.

Sofia Vergara shows off her feet in Saint Laurent sandalsSofia Vergara shows off her feet in Saint Laurent sandals

On Saturday, Sofia stepped out in a relaxed but chic ensemble as she made her way to the AGT taping in Los Angeles.

She wore a black sweater, tucked into a pair of faded cropped jeans. The American-Colombian actress then layered the look with a $2,350 Versace Barocco print puffer coat draped over her shoulders.

Sofia Vergara wears a Versace baroque puffer coat over a black sweater and faded jeansSofia Vergara wears a Versace baroque puffer coat over a black sweater and faded jeans

Sofia carried a large Chanel handbag and rounded out her look with a pair of Amina Muaddi ‘Dalida’ suede sandals.

These retro-looking sandals feature open toes, 2-inch platforms, and the label’s signature fluted chunky heels, which measure about 5.5 inches.

Sofia Vergara boosts her height with Amina Muaddi retro sandalsSofia Vergara boosts her height with Amina Muaddi retro sandals

Amina Muaddi Dalida Suede Platform Sandals, $760 at Net-A-Porter

Amina Muaddi's Dalida sandals are set on the designer's now signature fluted heels

Amina Muaddi's Dalida sandals are set on the designer's now signature fluted heels

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