Despite a bright start, Tony Mowbray’s side fell a goal behind in the 18th minute when Ross Stewart scored an unfortunate own goal.
The striker responded immediately though, winning a penalty before converting from the spot four minutes later.
Substitute Ellis Simms then converted the winning goal in stoppage-time. Can you spot yourself on our fan gallery?
1. Sunderland fans
Sunderland scored a dramatic late winner to beat Blackburn 2-1 at the Stadium of Light on Boxing Day. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Sunderland fans
Sunderland scored a dramatic late winner to beat Blackburn 2-1 at the Stadium of Light on Boxing Day. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Sunderland fans
Sunderland scored a dramatic late winner to beat Blackburn 2-1 at the Stadium of Light on Boxing Day. Photo: Frank Reid
4. Sunderland fans
Sunderland scored a dramatic late winner to beat Blackburn 2-1 at the Stadium of Light on Boxing Day. Photo: Frank Reid