Vergara and Bowen Channel Classic Hollywood with Hilarious Reenactment of Iconic Sophia Loren Photo
In a delightful tribute to old Hollywood glamor — and its unforgettable moments — actresses Sofia Vergara and Julie Bowen have recreated one of the most iconic celebrity photos of all time. The image in question? The 1957 snapshot of Sophia Loren casting a sideways glance at Jayne Mansfield’s dramatically plunging neckline during a Beverly Hills dinner party.
The original photo has become a pop culture staple, often shared as a symbol of shade, sass, and star power. In it, Italian screen legend Sophia Loren is seen eyeing Mansfield’s nearly spilled-out décolletage with a mix of surprise and, as some interpreted, subtle judgment. But decades later, Loren set the record straight about the moment, saying her look wasn’t critical — it was cautious.
“Look at the picture. Where are my eyes? I’m staring at her nipples because I am afraid they are about to come onto my plate,” Loren explained in an interview. “In my face you can see the fear. I’m so frightened that everything in her dress is going to blow — BOOM! — and spill all over the table.”
Sofia Vergara and Julie Bowen’s reenactment, which recently surfaced online, brilliantly captures the humor and theatricality of that original moment. In the new version, Vergara plays the busty blonde role — channeling Jayne Mansfield’s bold confidence — while Bowen offers a pitch-perfect Loren expression, complete with the same wary side-eye that made the 1957 image a legend.
The image has quickly gone viral, striking a nostalgic chord with fans of classic cinema and modern celebrity culture alike. Social media users praised the actresses for their sense of humor and attention to detail, calling it a “perfect homage” to one of Hollywood’s most memorable snapshots.
Though times and styles have changed, the fascination with celebrity moments — especially ones involving a bit of fashion drama — remains timeless. This loving reenactment by two modern-day TV icons serves as a playful reminder that while glamour evolves, a good side-eye never goes out of style.
Whether seen as a wink to history or simply a fun celebration of friendship and fame, the photo proves that some images — and the stories behind them — will never lose their sparkle.
