Ugly Betty

About Ugly Betty

'Ugly Betty' is a television comedy-drama series that first aired on ABC in 2006 and ran until 2010. It revolves around the life of Betty Suarez, a quirky and fashion-challenged yet hardworking and consistently optimistic young woman, who lands a job at the trendy, cut-throat fashion magazine Mode. Initially seen as a misfit, Betty soon proves that she is capable of holding her own in the high-pressure world of fashion publishing.

Making / Production

The show is based on a popular Colombian telenovela titled 'Yo soy Betty, la fea.' The adaptation was by Silvio Horta, along with producers Ben Silverman, Teri Weinberg, Joel Fields, and original telenovela creator Fernando Gaitan. Made by ABC Studios, the series was known for its high-fashion couture, comedy, and compelling storyline.

Actors

• America Ferrera: Plays the role of Betty Suarez, an aspiring journalist turned assistant to the editor at Mode. Ferrera brought heart, humor, and down-to-earth authenticity to the role.
• Eric Mabius: He portrays Daniel Meade, the womanizing editor-in-chief of Mode and Betty's boss. Mabius gave a depth and complexity to the character.
• Vanessa Williams: Played the role of Wilhelmina Slater, the magazine’s scheming creative director. Williams' performance was dynamic and villainously hilarious.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is based on a Colombian telenovela, one of the few to successfully make it to the US screens.
• America Ferrera was the first Latina actress to win a Lead Actress Emmy for her role as Betty Suarez.
• Vanessa Williams has worked with ABC Studios in multiple projects, Ugly Betty being one of the most recognized.

Awards

The show has been a recipient of several awards. America Ferrera won a Lead Actress Emmy in 2007. The series also won Best Comedy Series at the 2007 Golden Globe Awards.

Quotes

• "I've had to say good-bye more times than I may have liked, but everyone can say that. And no matter how many times we do it - even when it's for the greater good, it still stings." - Betty Suarez
• "The only thing you have in common with a fashion calendar is you're both very dated." - Wilhelmina Slater

Music, Soundtrack

• The series features diverse music, ranging from Latin pop to indietronica.
• The title theme "Betty-La Fea" is played by Jeff Beal.