Becki Newton
Becki was raised and born on the island of Guilford (Connecticut) however, she originates from New Haven. She is of English as well as Czech heritage and first began to perform shows and musicals at local theaters, and went on to study at the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned the degree of a B.A. In European History. In the University of Penn, Newton was a part of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. Newton was a graduate of Penn University in 2006 made the move to New York City where she found roles on TV for firms like Olive Garden. Newton portrayed the character Amanda Tanen in the comedy-drama show Ugly Betty from 2006 to 2010. Newton along with Co-star Michael Urie co-hosted The Official Ugly Betty Blog. Also, she appeared in ABC.com ?Ts Mode After Hours Webisode Show. Ugly Betty ended in 2010 with 4 seasons of great success, allowing it to have the possibility of a final season. The show premiered in late 2009. Newton performed at a New York City Center Encores! Jerry Zaks directed the Gershwin musical Girl Crazy. She portrayed Molly Gray and performed opposite real-life husband Chris Diamantopoulos. Newton was a part of the TV show Love Bites. Cindy Chupack was the executive producer for this romantic comedy. Cindy Chupack worked with Sex and the City. NBC had first announced plans to bring back Love Bites in May 2010. However, after Newton revealed her pregnancy as well as co-star Jordana spiro was contractually obligated by the Show My Boys to keep the show going, it was pushed forward to mid-season.




Comments
Post a Comment