Sorry, Turtle. But Jamie-Lynn Sigler will soon leave Entourage for a new primetime favorite.
At least the actual Jamie-Lynn Sigler will.
On October 16, the former Sopranos star joins the cast of Ugly Betty as Natalie, Daniel’s new assistant. As you can tell by the photo ABC released this week, the character will be a departure for Sigler:
Ugly Betty returns on October 16 with new episodes.
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Fans of Ugly Betty may need to wait until October 9 for the show to premiere its fourth season, but we can offer two pieces of comforting news at least:
Lynn Redgrave and Kristen Johnson also guest star on the opening episode, a clip from which - that will make the second point above far more sensical- we've posted below:
While the extent of it is unknown, Betty Suarez is undergoing a makeover this season on Ugly Betty.
Now, TV Guide Magazine reports that veteran actress Lynn Redgrave will play a key role in this transformation.
Redgrave will guest star on the two-hour season premiere of the show, which airs on October 9. She'll portray Olivia, a jewelry designer that Betty - newly promoted to Mode's features editor - comes across while working on a story.
Olivia designs beautiful, bug-like baubles. In the course of relaying her story to Betty, she inspires the show's title character to come out of her shell and blossom in a new way.
Adam Rodriguez, who played Eric Delko on CSI: Miami for seven years, is set to come aboard Ugly Betty.
The actor will play Bobby, an ex-boyfriend of Betty's sister Hilda.
"He's an old high school boyfriend, and [he comes] back into their lives," Rodriguez told TV Guide. "A little romance buds, and there's some drama to go along with it."
But who will be involved in this romance, Hilda or Betty? The actor wouldn't say.
"Maybe a little bit of both. We'll see how it turns out, but it's going to be a lot of fun and it's really funny," said Rodriguez, who appears in at least five episodes.
Ugly Betty also made male viewers happier this summer: it cast Brooklyn Decker in a guest-starring role.
This is one way to boost the Ugly Betty's male viewership:
Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Brooklyn Decker will appear on an episode of the ABC hit this fall. The wife of tennis star Andy Rodick will appear as Betty's co-worker Lexie.
Not much else is known about the role, but Decker left the following post on her Twitter this week:
“Working on an amazing set!! Can’t tell you guys what it is... Just yet. But I can tell you.. I’m loving it and can’t wait to spill the beans!”
Sorry, Brooklyn. We spilled them for you.
Earlier this month, it was confirmed that Kristen Johnston was also coming aboard the show. She'll debut on the October 9 premiere.
While American Idol is still trying to determine how to replace Paula Abdul. Ugly Betty is moving forward with Kristen Johnston.
As previously reported, the actress will debut on Ugly Betty's two-hour premiere on October 9.
It's been confirmed that the former 3rd Rock from the Sun star will be playing Helen, Mode’s newest office temp and the role originally meant for Abdul.
“I’ve always considered myself a poor man’s Paula Abdul,” Johnston said to Entertainment Weekly, describing Helen as “Amanda in 10 years. She’s still trying to get into the right clubs, wearing tight dresses… tragic. I think [Helen] sees herself as Samantha from Sex and the City. Except, of course, she’s a temp.”
Sadly, Paula Abdul is not coming to Ugly Betty.
But the mob might be!
The ABC series has sent out the following casting notice for a recurring character named "Bobby." It certainly sounds like he could have appeared in The Sopranos, doesn't it?
Bobby: A thirtysomething sexy, masculine Caucasian male from Queens, Bobby works for the family business. He’s a good guy at heart, but he can also be dangerous and violent. Producers will consider only local New York actors.
Unfortunately, the Ugly Betty spoilers that promised a guest-starring appearance by Paula Abdul were premature.
The former American Idol judge has backed out of plans to appear on the show.
But we can confirm that Kristen Johnson, best known for her role on 3rd Rock From the Sun, will appear on the ABC hit this fall.
No word yet on the role Johnson will play, but if she's taking over for Abdul, expect her character to be a temp at Mode.
Holy Ugly Betty casting news!
The ABC series may be moving to Fridays in the fall, but it isn't going quietly.
First, it looks like Paula Abdul's first post-American Idol role will actually be to guest star on the show. Sources have confirmed to Michael Ausiello that the wakcy former judge will be playing a new temp at Mode. Look for her to bond with Amanda.
Which of these guest stars are you more excited about?
Meanwhile, America's Next Top Model cycle three runner-up, Yaya Dacosta, has also nabbed a key part.
The polarizing, part-time actress will take over the recurring role of Wilhelmina’s daughter Nico, a role originated by Jowharah Jones. Dacost will debut on the October 9 season premiere.
She's previously appeared on All My Children.
** UPDATE: ABC has now confirmed that Abdul will NOT appear on Ugly Betty after all.
Many changes are coming to Ugly Betty.
For example, the show is moving to Friday nights this fall; and Smith Cho has landed a recurring role on the series.
But we hope fans are sitting down as they read this, for we're about to present the biggest change of all: Betty herself!
The character, played by America Ferrera, has undergone a makeover. Compare her season five look (below, left) with her classic style (below, right) and let us know which you prefer:
In an April interview with Entertainment Weekly, producer Silvio Horta broke news of Betty’s new look. He confirmed it would eventually include an absence of braces.
“There’s going to be a progression in her look overall,” he said. “It’ll still be Betty, but you’ll see some growth in that direction.”
