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America Ferrera is an American actress, producer, and director, best known for her roles in the television series "Ugly Betty" and the film series "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants." She was born on April 18, 1984, in Los Angeles, California, to Honduran parents.
Ferrera's interest in acting began at a young age. She participated in school plays and community theater, eventually earning a scholarship to attend the University of Southern California, where she studied theater and international relations.
Her breakthrough role came in 2002 with the indie film "Real Women Have Curves," where she played the lead character, Ana. The film received critical acclaim, and Ferrera's performance earned her recognition as a talented actress. This role was a stepping stone to more significant opportunities in her career.
In 2006, Ferrera landed the lead role of Betty Suarez in the ABC television series "Ugly Betty." Her portrayal of the smart, kind, and determined young woman who navigates the cutthroat world of fashion while staying true to herself resonated with audiences. The show was a hit, running for four seasons, and Ferrera's performance earned her numerous awards, including an Emmy, a Golden Globe, and a Screen Actors Guild Award, making her one of the few Latina actresses to achieve such accolades.
Ferrera's film career includes notable roles in "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" (2005) and its sequel, "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2" (2008), where she played Carmen Lowell, a role that further endeared her to audiences. She has also voiced the character of Astrid in the "How to Train Your Dragon" film series.
In addition to her acting career, Ferrera has taken on roles behind the camera as a producer and director. She was an executive producer and starred in the NBC comedy series "Superstore" from 2015 to 2021. Her directorial debut came with the 2016 television movie "Glamorous," and she has directed episodes of "Superstore" as well.
Ferrera is also a passionate advocate for social and political causes. She has been actively involved in campaigns for immigration reform, women's rights, and voter engagement. She co-founded the organization Harness, which aims to connect communities through storytelling and social justice work.
In her personal life, Ferrera married actor and director Ryan Piers Williams in 2011. The couple has two children, a son named Sebastian, born in 2018, and a daughter named Lucia, born in 2020.
America Ferrera continues to be a powerful presence in the entertainment industry, known for her talent, advocacy, and commitment to representation and social change.
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