Exclusive… 50840531 ‘Modern Family’ actress Sofia Vergara out doing some shopping at Barneys New York in New York City, New York on July 23, 2012. It was recently released that Sofia was the highest paid television actress. ‘Modern Family’ actress Sofia Vergara out doing some shopping at Barneys New York in New York City, New York on July 23, 2012. It was recently released that Sofia was the highest paid television actress. FameFlynet, Inc – Beverly Hills, CA, USA – +1 (818) 307-4813