HOLLYWOOD - Ugly Betty star America Ferrera has been named Hispanic Woman of the Year by publications Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter.
The 23-year-old actress--who plays nerdy personal assistant Betty Suarez on the hit TV show--will be hailed at the inaugural Hispanic Women in Entertainment breakfast at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel on Tuesday.
Publisher John Kilcullen says, "(Ferrara) is a leader for all women, but especially those in the Hispanic community. (She is) dedicated to advancing the position of Hispanics in television and film."
And Ferrera is overjoyed at the accolade: "It's an honor to be in such esteemed company. And it's a thrill to see talented women recognized for their work behind the camera."
Earlier this week, Ferrera was awarded the Latina Leader award by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute. She has also featured on Hispanic Business magazine's 2007 list of the 100 Most Influential Hispanics.
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