Becki Newton

Becki Newton was born in New Haven in Connecticut, was brought up in Guilford in Connecticut. Her parents are of English and Czech heritage. She started performing in local theatres. European History. Newton became a member of the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority at Penn. Newton graduated from Penn in 2006, moved into New York City where she landed roles on television for firms like Olive Garden. Newton appeared as Amanda Tanen from 2006-2010 in the comedy drama series Ugly Betty. Newton as well as her co-star Michael Urie co-hosted The Official Ugly Betty Blog. Newton also appeared in ABC.com ?Ts Mode After Hours series of web-based episodes. Ugly Betty was canceled in 2010. It was after four consecutive seasons that were successful, allowing the show to receive a full-on series end. In late 2009, Newton performed at a New York City Center Encores! Jerry Zaks directed the Gershwin musical Girl Crazy. She played Molly Gray and performed opposite her husband, real life Chris Diamantopoulos. Newton played the role of Molly Gray in the television series Love Bites. Cindy Chupack created the hour-long romantic comedy. She also served as an executive producer for Sex and the City. NBC initially announced their intention to bring back Love Bites in May 2010. But, when Newton disclosed her pregnancy as well as co-star Jordana Spiro was legally bound by her program My Boys to continue this show was brought forward until the middle of season.