Yo soy Betty, la fea (1999)

This comedy, “Yo soy Betty, la fea” is also what inspired the American version of “Ugly Betty”.This film takes place in Bogotá, Colombia following the rise of the ugly and poor and the downfall of the rich and successful. Betty starts out as an ugly and poor girl and gets the transformation of a lifetime.

Yo soy Betty, la fea is a comedy show featuring Ana María Orozco and created by Fernando Gaitán.

Yo soy Betty, la fea is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on NBC and USA Network and it's also available on NBC and Peacock Premium.