One of the actresses who was part of the original version and unfortunately is not part of the new sequel is María Eugenia Arboleda, who portrayed ‘Mariana Valdés’, a member of the ‘Cuartel de las feas’, the iconic group of women in the ‘Ecomoda’ office.
‘Mariana’ was known for her friendly personality, being optimistic, a good friend, and having a talent for reading tarot cards, her friends always turning to her to know what the future held for them.
With the launch of the new season of ‘Betty, the Ugly One: the story continues’, which premiered on July 19, 2024, on the Prime Video streaming platform, fans of the love story between ‘Beatriz Pinzón’ and ‘Armando Mendoza’ have wondered about the absence of this great friend of ‘Betty’, who has not appeared in the first two episodes.
In a YouTube interview with her co-star Natalia Ramírez, the actress who plays ‘Marcela Valencia’ on the show had the chance to talk to María Eugenia Arboleda and ask her about her personal life and why she was not present in this new season of ‘Betty’.
For the actress, working on this soap opera was one of the biggest challenges in her career, as scenes were filmed in the mornings and aired the same day, at night; This was one reason why no team member could watch the soap opera while it was on the air in 1999 and 2001.
“The most overwhelming thing about being in ‘Betty’ was feeling the love from the audience. I always felt a bit sad because they didn’t develop the character further. Without it being something that haunted me,” Arboleda said.
Although it was not the most “glamorous” role in her acting career, María Eugenia mentioned that it brought her recognition and she will always be remembered as “Saint Betty.”
Regarding the new storyline of ‘Betty, the Ugly One’, the 53-year-old actress from Cali disclosed that she was not invited to join this new season, but there is a surprise coming that will touch the hearts of her fans.
“I wasn’t initially invited to participate in the season, but there’s a little surprise in store, which we will reveal later,” said the actress.
Despite being part of several plays inspired by the original concept of ‘I am Betty, the Ugly One’, to her disappointment and that of her fans, she was not contacted for this new chapter.
Interview with actors from ‘Ugly Betty, the story continues’. Premieres on July 19
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One of the most beloved telenovelas in Colombia, ‘Yo soy Betty, la fea,’ has captured the hearts of viewers not only in its home country but also all around the world. The characters from this iconic show have left a lasting impact on the audience for over 20 years, becoming ingrained in the cultural memory of Colombians.
One such character that viewers have fondly remembered is Mariana Valdés, portrayed by María Eugenia Arboleda in the original version of the show. Mariana was a kind-hearted member of the ‘Cuartel de las feas,’ the group of women in the ‘Ecomoda’ office, known for her optimism and her talent for reading tarot cards.
With the recent premiere of the new season of ‘Betty, la fea: la historia continua’ on Prime Video, fans have been curious about the absence of Mariana in the sequel. In an interview with her colleague Natalia Ramírez on YouTube, María Eugenia Arboleda opened up about her experience working on the show and her current absence from the new season.
Arboleda revealed that working on ‘Betty’ was a significant professional challenge for her, as the episodes were recorded in the mornings and aired the same night. Despite the intense schedule, Arboleda expressed gratitude for the love and support of the audience during the original run of the show.
While Mariana may not have been the role that brought her the most recognition in her career, Arboleda shared that she cherishes the character and the nickname ‘Saint Betty’ that fans have given her. Although she was not initially invited to be part of the new season, Arboleda hinted at a surprise that will touch the hearts of her followers.
As fans eagerly await the unfolding of the new storyline in ‘Betty, la fea,’ Arboleda’s absence has left a void for many viewers who have grown attached to the character of Mariana. Despite not being part of the latest installment, Arboleda continues to be involved in theatrical productions inspired by the original show, connecting with fans who appreciate her contribution to the ‘Ugly Betty’ universe.
Interview with actors from ‘Ugly Betty, the story continues’. Premiere on July 19
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