We’re back with the Godfather of Ugly Betty, director and producer Victor Nelli. He talks about working just about every job in television from production assistant to director, earning the comedy in a scene, being a safe space for the cast - and he even scores an invite to Mark’s wedding!

We&rsquo;re back with the Godfather of Ugly Betty, director and producer Victor Nelli. He talks about working just about every job in television from production assistant to director, earning the comedy in a scene, being a safe space for the cast - and he even scores an invite to Mark&rsquo;s wedding!

Ugly Betty was more than just a show - it was a revolution. Bold, heartfelt, and unapologetically real, it gave us characters that shattered stereotypes and told stories that mattered, putting a working-class Latino family, the immigrant experience, and LGBTQ+ stories front and center. 

Now, Ana Ortiz and Mark Indelicato—aka Hilda and Justin—are sitting down to rewatch the show that changed their lives and ours. With fresh eyes and zero filter, they’re revisiting every messy moment, iconic outfit, and groundbreaking storyline, one episode at a time.

This isn’t just a nostalgia trip. It’s a love letter to the show that made being different feel like a superpower. Pull up a chair, there’s room at the table for you!

Ugly&nbsp;Betty&nbsp;was more than just a show - it was a revolution. Bold, heartfelt, and unapologetically real, it gave us characters that shattered stereotypes and told stories that mattered, putting a working-class Latino family, the immigrant experience, and LGBTQ+ stories front and center.&nbsp;
Now, Ana Ortiz and Mark Indelicato&mdash;aka Hilda and Justin&mdash;are sitting down to rewatch the show that changed their lives and ours. With fresh eyes and zero filter, they&rsquo;re revisiting every messy moment, iconic outfit, and groundbreaking storyline, one episode at a time.
This isn&rsquo;t just a nostalgia trip. It&rsquo;s a love letter to the show that made being different feel like a superpower.&nbsp;Pull up a chair, there&rsquo;s room at the table for you!

Viva Betty: An Ugly Betty Rewatch

Victor Nelli Jr. 

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