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Meet the Stylish Cast of ‘Ugly Betty’
The comedy series is coming to Netflix on Aug. 1, so plan your viewing outfits accordingly.
July 28, 2023
'Ugly Betty' Cast: Who's Who In the Stylish Ensemble - Netflix Tudum
If we know anything about fashion trends, it’s that nothing truly goes away forever. While Y2K fashion has made a resurgence in recent years, another favorite from the aughts is coming back. We’re not talking about velvet tracksuits or low rise jeans, but baggy ponchos and thick-framed glasses. Ugly Betty is back in style and all four seasons are coming to Netflix on Aug. 1.
Based on the 1999 Colombian telenovela, Yo soy Betty, la fea, the comedy-drama series premiered on ABC in 2006 and ran until 2010. Ugly Betty follows Betty Suarez, a 22-year-old Mexican American woman who lands a job as the assistant to Mode magazine’s new editor-in-chief. Coming from Queens, New York, Betty feels like a fish out of water working in high fashion Manhattan — and she’s constantly reminded of that. Still, she has big dreams of becoming a magazine writer some day and hopes to work her way up, even if some of her colleagues sabotage her.
From conniving coworkers to sassy family members, read on the learn more about Ugly Betty’s eccentric cast of characters.
America Ferrera
as Betty Suarez
Where Are They Now?
Ferrera can be seen in Barbie and is known for her roles in Superstore, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, How to Train Your Dragon, and Real Women Have Curves. About the Character
Betty is an aspiring magazine writer who hopes to use her assistant position at Mode as a launch pad.
Eric Mabius
as Daniel Meade
Where Are They Now?
Since Ugly Betty, Mabius has starred in Hallmark’s Signed, Sealed, Delivered TV and film series.About the Character
The son of Bradford Meade, Daniel unexpectedly becomes editor-in-chief of Mode and learns that he must give up his womanizing ways if he wants to be taken seriously as a leader.
Vanessa Williams
as Wilhelmina Slater
Where Are They Now?
Williams returned to Broadway in 2022 with her role in the play POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive. She’s also starred in Girls5eva, Bad Hair, and A Black Lady Sketch Show.About the Character
This Mode creative director is resentful over not getting promoted to editor-in-chief, and she’ll do just about anything to sabotage Daniel and Betty.
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Michael Urie
as Marc St. James
Where Are They Now?
Urie recently starred in Netflix’s queer holiday rom-com Single All the Way, Shrinking, Younger, and the Broadway play Chicken & Biscuits.About the Character
Marc is Wilhelmina’s cheeky personal assistant and sidekick who always remains loyal to her.
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Becki Newton
as Amanda Tanen
Where Are They Now?
Newton currently stars as Lorna Crane in The Lincoln Lawyer.About the Character
Amanda is more than just Mode’s desk receptionist — she knows all the office tea and joins in on Wilhelmina and Marc’s schemes.
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Ana Ortiz
as Hilda Suarez
Where Are They Now?
Ortiz recently starred in Love, Victor.About the Character
Hilda is Betty’s outspoken older sister who gave birth to her son, Justin, when she was 17 years old.
Mark Indelicato
as Justin Suarez
Where Are They Now?
Indelicato can be seen in With Love and recently starred in Hacks.About the Character
Hilda’s son is obsessed with all things fashion and looks up to his Aunt Betty as a role model.
Tony Plana
as Ignacio Suarez
Where Are They Now?
Plana recently starred in the mini-series White House Plumbers. About the Character
Ignacio is a widower who tries his best to keep his daughters and grandson happy at home.
Alan Dale
as Bradford Meade
Where Are They Now?
Dale has been seen on shows like Lost, Entourage, Once Upon a Time, and the 2017 reboot of Dynasty.About the Character
Bradford might be the CEO of Meade Publications, but at home he has difficulty keeping his family drama at bay.
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Judith Light
as Claire Meade
Where Are They Now?
Light has recently starred in The Menu, Tick, Tick… BOOM!, and The Politician. She’s also an LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS activist. About the Character
Claire is Bradford’s ex-wife who cares deeply for her son Daniel and often clashes with Wilhelmina.
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Ashley Jensen
as Christina McKinney
Where Are They Now?
Jensen stars as the lead in the British comedy-drama series Agatha Raisin.About the Character
This Scottish seamstress works in the Mode closet space and befriends Betty.
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Ugly Betty comes to Netflix Aug. 1.
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