Kelly Clarkson and Sofía Vergara engage in heated exchange over ‘Griselda’ makeup transformation

Sofia Vergara was visibly displeased when Kelly Clarkson seemed to downplay the extensive makeup transformation she underwent for her role as Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco in her new Netflix miniseries. During an interview on “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” the host made a comment that appeared to underestimate the effort put into Vergara’s transformation, saying, “I feel like they only changed your nose or something.”

Vergara, clearly taken aback, responded with a hint of disbelief, asking Clarkson if she was “crazy” for making such a statement. Despite Vergara’s reaction, Clarkson continued to express her opinion, insisting that the changes appeared “slight” and speculating that it probably didn’t take much time. This led to a heated exchange, with Vergara asserting, “No, Kelly, it was hours,” emphasizing the significant effort that went into her transformation.

The tension escalated as Clarkson persisted in her stance, prompting Vergara to firmly shut down the notion that her transformation was minimal. She emphasized, “Shut up! It was a lot. They did a lot to me,” highlighting the extensive work that went into achieving the character’s look.

Vergara detailed the various elements involved in her transformation, including prosthetic teeth, a wig, and a fake nose, making it clear that the process was far from minor.

At the end, Clarkson backtracked

As the exchange unfolded, Clarkson began to backtrack and praise the transformation, acknowledging the skillful execution of the makeup. Her tone shifted as she commended the seamless result, stating, “They did such a good job that it looks seamless.”

This change in Clarkson’s tone seemed to align more with what Vergara had hoped for, as she expressed satisfaction with the new perspective, stating, “That’s exactly what I wanted – that reaction.”

Vergara’s assertiveness in defending the effort put into her transformation reflects her dedication to her craft and the importance she places on recognizing the hard work of the makeup artists involved. This incident adds to a recent trend of Vergara speaking out against comments that belittle her work, as she previously called out a journalist who mocked her accent. Ultimately, it’s evident that Vergara is not one to shy away from standing up for herself and ensuring that her efforts are acknowledged and respected.