Guide Note
American actress America Ferrera, first gained recognition for her role in Real Women Have Curves and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. She is now well known for her role as Betty Suarez on the ABC hit television series Ugly Betty. She grew up in Los Angeles, and currently attends the University of Southern California majoring in International Relations and Theater.
Ugly Betty
Ferrera's success on the television show Ugly Betty has garnered her critical acclaim, an Emmy win and a Golden Globe nomination. The program follows Ferrera's character, Betty Suarez, as she navigates the cut-throat culture of fashion journalism while juggling the responsibilities of her family and life in Queens.
Fast Facts
- Birth date: April 18, 2984
- Birth place: Los Angeles, California
- College: University of Southern California
- Majors: International Relations and Theater
- Awards: An Emmy and Golden Globe for Ugly Betty
Ugly Betty Fast Facts
- New episodes: Thursdays 8pm ET
- Network: ABC
- Premiered: September 26,2006
- Starring:
- Ana Ortiz
- Eric Mabius
- Michael Urie
- Vanessa Williams