Monday, July 6, 2009

Salma Hayek - Ugly Betty executive producer, and its success.

Salma Hayek wolf pack fan rescindedredSalma Hayek is Ugly Betty executive producer. Ugly Betty is a television series airing around the world since September 2006. Salma Hayek adapted Ugly Betty series for American television w/ Ben Silverman. Ben Silverman acquired the rights and scripts from the Colombian telenovela Yo Soy Betty La Fea in 2001.

Originally intended as a half hour sitcom for NBC in 2004, the project would later be picked up by (American Broadcasting Company) ABC for the 2006–2007 season w/ Silvio Horta also producing.

Salma Hayek guest-starred on Ugly Betty as Sofia Reyes, a magazine editor. Salma Hayek also had a cameo playing an actress in the telenovela within the show. Ugly Betty show quickly became a ratings hit and won a Golden Globe Award for Best Comedy Series in 2007. Salma Hayek's performance as Sofia resulted in a nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series at the 59th Primetime Emmy Awards.

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