How is the cast of A Feia Mais Bela 14 years after its premiere (and some curiosities)

the colombian soap opera Yo Soy Betty, La Fea (in Brazil: Betty the ugly), which was broadcast from 1999 to 2001, entered the Guinness Book of Records for being one of the most acclaimed soap operas in television history. It was broadcast in over a hundred countries and won many adaptations around the world. Among them, the Mexican broadcaster Televisa, which, in 2006, debuted in Mexico La Fea Más Bella (and which in turn won the Brazilian version The Most Beautiful Ugly), starring Angélica Vale and Jaime Camil.

O awesome.club loves soap operas and wanted to know how they are now and what the actors of The Most Beautiful Ugly, 14 years after its release. Read to the end and don’t miss the bonus with some interesting data about this production!

Angélica Vale gave life to the character of Lety, a very intelligent woman who speaks several languages ​​and knows a lot about finance, but who has a “problem”: she is ugly. The actress said that her work on the soap opera changed her life, as it helped her overcome some self-esteem issues. In addition to The Most Beautiful UglyVale also participated in The Privilege of Mandar (2005-2006), Y Mañana Will Be Another Day… Mejor (2018) and Six Hands, from 2019. One of his most recent jobs was to be the voice of Bibi in the film A Rescate de Huevitos (2020).

Fernando Mendiola is an authentic Don Juan: he is young, sophisticated and directs the production company Conceitos. He is the heartthrob of the soap opera and the one who will face some personal dilemmas when he falls in love with Lety, a woman who does not meet traditional beauty standards. Jaime Camil was responsible for interpreting this role, which arrived just when a work in which the actor was going to do on Broadway was cancelled. With an extensive career in acting, Camil has participated in series such as That poor so rich, of 2013-2014, The Legend of the Three Caballeros (2018) and Star vs. The Forces of Evil (2019), among others. One of his latest works is Bingo and Rolly (2020).

On a trip from Lety to Acapulco, the protagonist meets Aldo Domenzaín, a chef famous. First they build a beautiful friendship, and little by little, Aldo starts to fall in love with Lety. Juan Soler could not resist the offer to bring this character to life, because the telenovela had 27 ratings. at the time he was included in the cast. So Soler took a break from his gap year in Argentina and moved with his family to Mexico to get into the plot. After The Most Beautiful Ugly, the actor played Martín Castellanos in Word of Woman (2007-2008), among others. His last job was in La Mexicana and El Guero (2020).

Elizabeth Álvarez was the one who gave life to the villain Márcia Vilarroel, who at first would dispute with Lety for Fernando’s love and would soon end up adoring the protagonist of the story. The actress, who had already worked with Jaime Camil and Angélica Vale in other works, said that one of the most difficult scenes to interpret, but the most beautiful, was Marcia entering the sea at night and dressed as a bride, because the wet dress it was very heavy. In 2008, she participated in Fuego En La Sangre, and in 2017 it was Magdalena in El Vuelo De La Victoria. In 2020, he joined the cast of Vencer el Desamor and What happens to my family?

Alice Ferreira is Márcia’s close friend and responsible for watching over Fernando, the fiancé in love with the antagonist. In addition, she competes with Lety for a place in the company Conceitos. Patricia Navidad was the one who gave life to this character, who was much loved by the public. The actress also appeared in Zacatillo, A Place In Your Heart (2010), Parodying, Noches De Traje (2015) and Mi Adorable Curse (2017). His most recent work was in By Amar Sin Ley (2019).

Luigi Lombardi is the fashion designer at the production company Conceitos, which Fernando manages. Fun and flamboyant, the character is played by Sergio Mayer. Before joining the soap opera, the actor made some changes to his look to bring Luigi to life: he highlighted his hair and left a stylish beard. Mayer’s most recent role was in the television series Cuervos Club (2019). Before that, he worked in La Balada by Hugo Sanchez (2018) and How beautiful love (2012-2013), among other productions.

How to forget the character of Thomas? With his quirky clothes and oversized glasses, the character knew exactly how to steal a few smiles from us. The role of Lety’s childhood friend was played by Luis Manuel Ávila. In addition to The Most Beautiful Uglythe actor worked in La Familia P. Luche (2002-2012), Cásate Conmigo, Mi Amor (2013) and El Bienamado (a remake 2017 Mexican soap opera Brazilian The Beloved, 1973), among others. His most recent role was that of Huicho in My Dear Herencia (2019).

Carolina is a friend of Fernando and Márcia who has no prejudices regarding Lety’s image, and is the one who helps the protagonist to transform into a beautiful woman. The person responsible for giving life to the character and who would later be nominated as Best Supporting Actress in the 2007 edition of the TvyNovelas awards was Nora Salinas. In addition to The Most Beautiful Ugly, Salinas worked in A Refuge for El Amor (2012 Mexican soap opera, adapted for A Refuge for Lovein the Brazilian version), El Bienamado (2017) and By Amar Sin Ley (2019). His most recent role was in La Mexicana Y El Guero (2020).

Niurka Marcos blew us away with her long curly blonde hair and blue eyes when she played single mother Paula Maria. The Cuban actress and singer also worked on Fire En La Sangre (2008), La Mujer De Judas (2012) and the television short My Purpose Is You (2019), among others. Her most recent role was that of Alma in Angel’s Soul (2019).

Omar Carvajal is the vice president of the company Conceitos and Fernando’s best friend. Agustín Arana is the one who plays this role and he does it perfectly. The actor, who presented us with unforgettable comic scenes, also worked on What Poor Tan Rich (2013-2014), Amores Con Trampa (2015) and Daddy All Mother (2017-2018), among others. The last role he played was that of Gustavo in Herederos By Accident (2020).

Angélica María is the mother of actress Angélica Vale and also plays Lety’s mother in The Most Beautiful Ugly. Owner of a long career in film and television, the actress participated in series such as How beautiful love (2012-2013) and La fan (2017), and in films like La Novia del Mar (2006) and Tattooed Love (2015). His last role was in the 2019 feature film, fallen from heavenwhich she made herself.

The Most Beautiful Ugly was a ratings success whose characters managed to win our hearts. Here we will leave you with some curiosities that may be interesting, even if you have seen the chapters countless times.

The finale of the plot, which was broadcast on a Sunday and lasted three hours, was one of the most watched in the history of Mexico. It achieved 62.8 ratings nationwide and topped the 2007 Oscar broadcast.

Angelica Vale needed to lose 20 kg to play the character of Lety.

The actors even recorded up to 18 hours a day to achieve perfect scenes.

Angélica Vale, characterized as Lety, participated in Ugly Bettythe American version of the work.

Some actors traveled to Germany while the World Cup was taking place to record some scenes and provide a show for 15,000 people.

Jaime Camil and Angélica Vale have been friends in real life since before filming began The Most Beautiful Ugly.

It is the first telenovela in the history of Mexico and Televisa that had so many time changes, and with each change it achieved more and more popularity. It began broadcasting at 4 pm, with an audience of 23 points, then moved to 6 pm and increased to 30 points. Further on, it was broadcast at 8 pm until it finally arrived at 9 pm. On average, it reached between 42 and 43 rating points.

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