Sofia Vergara has become TV's highest-paid woman.
Forbes estimates that the Modern Family actress, who has just turned 40, earned a staggering 19 million dollars between May 2011 and May this year.
The Colombian-born actress' hit ABC comedy is averaging 12 million viewers in the US in its third season.
But who has she beaten to the number one spot? Check out the top 5 highest-paid women below...
