America's Got Talent star Sofia Vergara was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition in 2000 which she kept from the public for 11 years – find out why
August 04, 2022 - 16:02 BST Jenni McKnight Sofia Vergara was only 28 years old when she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 2000 – and it was 11 years before she decided to share her health condition with the public.The America's Got Talent judge is thankfully now cancer-free after undergoing radiation, surgery, and a round of medication to combat the disease, though she still takes medication daily to regulate her metabolism.
Sofia now works to support others in the same position, by sharing her own experiences as much as possible following her initial reveal in 2011.Last year, she was just one of the many celebrities featured on the Stand Up to Cancer charity telethon, where she shared the heartbreaking moment she was first told of her diagnosis.
"When you're young and hear the word 'cancer', your mind goes to so many places, but I tried not to panic and decided to get educated."The Modern Family star continued:"I read every book and found out everything I could about it. I was fortunate to have caught it early and to have the support of my doctors and most importantly, my family.
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