What happened to the real Griselda Blanco? The true story behind Netflix series
ok.co.ukAs Sofía Vergara 's Netflix series Griselda wraps up, fans are left eager to uncover the true story behind the notorious Colombian drug dealer.
While the series is labelled as a "fictionalised dramatisation," it loosely traces the life of Griselda Blanco, who earned herself the title "Godmother of Cocaine." Netflix's portrayal captures Griselda's ascent in the '70s and '80s drug scene, chronicling her life in Miami with four sons.
Sofía, the actress embodying Griselda, found intrigue in the character's paradox, portraying an ordinary woman building a ruthless empire while raising a family.
Doug Miro, the show's executive producer, acknowledged the challenges of portraying Griselda's life due to limited historical information compared to figures like Pablo Escobar.The emphasis was on conveying "emotional truth" to authentically capture the essence of the characters.
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