Griselda Blanco's family is suing Sofia Vergara and Netflix, alleging that their images and likenesses were used without permission in the upcoming miniseries “Griselda.”
Vergara played the infamous Colombian queenpin Blanco in the miniseries. Blanco's son Michael, who represents Blanco's estate, claims to have provided in-depth interviews and shared stories of his childhood with his sources, with the aim of developing Blanco's experiences into his work. are doing. TMZ. He is asking a judge to block the release of the miniseries, alleging that Netflix plagiarized his information and proceeded without compensating him.
Michael and his brothers claim that they were not authorized to use their images or likenesses in the show, and that it is a violation of their rights to proceed without their permission.
Michael claims his content was used without his consent or compensation.
MADRID, SPAIN – JANUARY 8: (EXCLUSIVE) Sofia Vergara poses for a portrait at La Latina before the launch of 'Griselda' on January 8, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Juan Najaro Jimenez/Getty Images for Netflix)
Michael claims that interviews he conducted with people involved date back to 2009 and extend to 2022. His agents reportedly began considering content and concept in 2016. Michael's court documents claim the idea was pitched prior to a meeting with producers. Netflix was said to be interested in starting discussions to move forward. However, according to TMZ, he was later informed that Netflix did not want to use any of the original content he provided.
HOLLYWOOD, CA – AUGUST 10: Sofia Vergara attends the red carpet of America's Got Talent Season 16 Live Show at the Dolby Theater on August 10, 2021 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images)
Michael claims that the upcoming miniseries reflects the misappropriation of anecdotes and material he provided, and claims he has not received any compensation. (Related: Mia Goth accused of intentionally kicking movie extra in the head: report)
MADRID, SPAIN – JANUARY 9: Sofia Vergara attends the Griselda premiere at Callao Cinema on January 9, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by David Benito/Getty Images)
The miniseries is scheduled to be released on January 25th. According to TMZ, Vergara is listed as an executive producer on the miniseries.
