On Sunday, actress and America’s Got Talent judge Sofía Vergara was unexpectedly rushed to the emergency room after suffering a sudden eye condition, forcing her to miss her scheduled appearance at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards.
The 53-year-old star, who has over 59.3 million Instagram followers, broke the news herself with a candid post.
“Didn’t make it to the Emmys but made it to the ER. Sorry I had to cancel! Craziest eye [allergy] right before getting in the car!” she wrote, alongside videos of herself reclined in a hospital bed and rinsing her eye with a specialized faucet.
Celebrities Send Well-Wishes
Vergara’s sudden health scare prompted an outpouring of support from fellow celebrities and friends.
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Terry Crews, her AGT colleague, commented: “Oh no! Get well soon!”
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Snoop Dogg shared a praying hands emoji.
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Supermodel Linda Evangelista advised: “Uncommon to have allergy in one eye only, a [dermatologist] can help.”
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DJ Diplo left worried emojis and hearts, writing: “Oh no.”
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Elizabeth Chambers, ex-wife of Armie Hammer, added: “All the healing vibes. Love you.”
Vergara’s Emmy Legacy
Vergara, a five-time Emmy nominee best known for her role as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett on Modern Family, was slated to present during Sunday night’s ceremony. While her absence disappointed fans, her health update reassured many that she is recovering and receiving proper care.
