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America Ferrera
Actress/Producer/Director
Biography
Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress known for 'Ugly Betty', 'Superstore', and 'Barbie'. First Latina to win Emmy for Lead Actress in a Comedy. Director, producer, and activist.
Follow-up Statement
"A source reported Ferrera is 'sick that Donald Trump is President again' and 'devastated that Kamala lost.' She wants her children to 'have the best opportunities possible' overseas while maintaining a US presence for work and activism on Latina issues."
Departure Details
After Trump's 2024 election victory, Ferrera reportedly moved to the UK with her husband Ryan Piers Williams and their two children. She was spotted scouting private schools in Barnes, South West London in November 2024.
Quick Facts
Career Highlights
- Won Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy for Ugly Betty - first Latina to win the award
- Won Golden Globe for Best Actress for Ugly Betty (2007)
- Earned $250,000 per episode on Ugly Betty's four-season run
- Nominated for Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Barbie (2023)
- Named to Time's 100 Most Influential People twice (2007 and 2024)
- Earned $1 million for her role in Barbie (2023)
Did You Know?
Her first name is actually Georgette - 'America' is her middle name that she's used since childhood.
She once worked as a waitress at Disneyland before making it big.
Watching Rita Moreno in West Side Story made her believe acting was possible for her.
Her TED Talk on representation in media has garnered millions of views.
Departure Threats Timeline
According to Hello! Magazine, Ferrera was spotted at private school open days in Barnes, South West London. A source told the Daily Mail: 'America is sick that Donald Trump is President again. She is devastated that Kamala lost. She thought the country she lived in was better than that.' The source added: 'She is going to continue to have a presence in the U.S. for work purposes and to fight for Latinas and women, but she will be overseas for family and to benefit her kids' education.'