America Ferrera: Celebrity Actress

  • America Ferrera earned a Screen Actors Guild, Emmy, Golden Globe, and ALMA Award for her portrayal of “Betty Suarez” on Ugly Betty. 
  • America shined as part of the star-studded cast of Barbie for which she earned an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Her show-stopping monologue about women’s empowerment was one of the most powerful scenes in the film. 
  • She can be seen in the TV Mini-Series WeCrashed, which details the rise and fall of WeWork, and in Dumb Money, a film based on the true story of everyday people who flipped the script on Wall Street.

Travel & Fee Range:**

  • Travels from: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • **Fee range: On Request

Keynote Topics

  • An Evening with America Ferrera

America Ferrera is perhaps best known for her fearless portrayal of “Betty Suarez” on ABC’s hit comedy Ugly Betty and “Carmen” in the popular film The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. Ferrera’s Ugly Betty role earned her an Emmy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild Award, as well as ALMA and Imagen Awards. America Ferrera | Celebrity Speaker America Ferrera […]

America Ferrera is perhaps best known for her fearless portrayal of “Betty Suarez” on ABC’s hit comedy Ugly Betty and “Carmen” in the popular film The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. Ferrera’s Ugly Betty role earned her an Emmy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild Award, as well as ALMA and Imagen Awards.

America Ferrera | Celebrity Speaker

America Ferrera currently produces and stars in the long-running NBC workplace comedy, Superstore. Additionally, she has directed several episodes such as 218 “Mateo’s Last Day” and episode 313 “Video Game Release” for the series. Superstore has received nominations for the 2018 GLAAD Media Awards, the 2017 Imagen Awards and the 2017 Gracie Awards. Upcoming, Ferrera will co-produce along with Kevin Hart, NBC’s new development, All Fancy, a half-hour series starring Anjelah Johnson, which follows a newly successful 30-something Mexican-American woman who often goes against cultural and social expectations, creating chaos and comedy within her marriage, business and extended family.

America Ferrera will also executive produce Gentefied, described as a badass Spanglish series about family, community, brown love and the displacement that disrupts it all, Gentefied follows three Mexican-American cousins and their struggle to chase the American Dream, even while that same dream threatens the things they hold most dear.

America Ferrera is an award-winning actress and producer known for her breakthrough role as “Betty Suarez” on ABC’s hit comedy, Ugly Betty. For her performance, Ferrera was recognized with a Golden Globe®, Emmy® and Screen Actors Guild Award®, as well as ALMA and Imagen Awards.

She can be seen in the TV Mini-Series WeCrashed, which details the rise and fall of WeWork, and as part of the star-studded cast for the upcoming Barbie movie.

America Ferrera was the producer and star of the long-running NBC workplace comedy, Superstore. Additionally, she directed several episodes such as 218 “Mateo’s Last Day” and episode 313 “Video Game Release” for the series. Superstore received nominations for the 2018 GLAAD Media Awards, the 2017 Imagen Awards, and the 2017 Gracie Awards. Ferrera is an executive producer of Gentefied, described as a badass Spanglish series about family, community, brown love, and the displacement that disrupts it all. Gentefied follows three Mexican-American cousins and their struggle to chase the American Dream, even while that same dream threatens the things they hold most dear.

In 2019, Ferrera lent her vocal talents as “Astrid” in the third installment of the How To Train Your Dragon franchise, How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World.

Born and raised in Los Angeles, America Ferrera is the youngest of six children. As a graduate of the University of Southern California, Ferrera studied International Relations while pursuing her career in film and television.

View All Speakers and follow us on Twitter

Videos

Interest to Book? Send us your enquiry

Speaker Contact Form

Enquiry Form

In order to view the below you must be logged in.

  • Powerpoint Slide – For meeting and event planners
  • Gallery Images
  • High Resolution Images
  • PDF Files
  • Books and Magazine Links
  • Music List
  • Podcast Shows
  • Courses
  • + more

You may be interested in...

  • (20)
  • (1)

Joan Lunden is one of America’s most recognized and trusted television personalities. As host of ABC-TV’s “Good Morning America” for almost two decades (1980-1997), the the longest-running host on early morning television, Lunden helped millions of viewers greet each new day. During her tenure she reported from 26 countries, covered four presidents, five Olympics, and […]

  • Travels from: New York, NY
  • Celebrity Speakers
  • (16)
W. Kamau Bell

W Kamau Bell is a sociopolitical comedian who is the host and executive producer of the Emmy Award winning CNN docu-series United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell. On June 26th he makes his Netflix debut with a new stand-up comedy special, Private School Negro. Kamau has a book with the easy-to-remember title The Awkward […]

  • Travels from: Los Angeles, CA
  • Celebrity Speakers
  • (18)

Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut, is a professor of mechanical engineering at Columbia University and the senior advisor for space programs at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. \ He received a BS from Columbia University, and MS degrees in mechanical engineering and in technology and policy, as well as a PhD in […]

  • Travels from: New York, NY
  • Business Speakers
  • (18)
Daymond John

Daymond John has come a long way from turning a $40 budget into FUBU, a $6 billion fashion game-changer. Throughout his career, Daymond has continued to be an entrepreneur in every sense of the word. He is not only a pioneer in the fashion industry but a Shark on the 4-time Emmy Award winning Shark […]

  • Travels from: New York, NY
  • Leadership Speakers
  • (9)
Idris Elba

Idris Elba is an actor known for his roles portraying powerful personalities on the big screen.  One of show business’s most physically imposing presence, Elba has a unique way of illuminating the screen and filling the lead role of a star.  The versatility of an actor is often times what makes him great, and Idris […]

  • Travels from: London, UK
  • Inspirational Speakers
  • (9)
Magic Johnson

Earvin Magic Johnson has become one of the most powerful African-American businessmen in the world. He is Major League Baseball owner, an NBA legend, a two-time Hall of Famer, an entrepreneur, philanthropist and popular keynote speaker. The business mogul has successfully parlayed his skills and tenacity on the court into the business world, propelling his […]

  • Travels from: Los Angeles, CA
  • Motivational Speakers
  • (10)
Alex Rodriguez

As Chairman and CEO of A-Rod Corp, Alex Rodriguez stands at the intersection of leadership, innovation, and success. Dive into this comprehensive profile to explore the extraordinary journey of a visionary leader and discover why booking Alex Rodriguez for fireside chats can redefine your corporate conversations. About Alex Rodriguez: A Visionary Leader As Chairman and […]

  • Travels from: Miami, FL
  • Celebrity Speakers
  • (50)
Susanna Spies

Susanna Spies, widely known as Comedy Mama, is a dynamic comedian, performer, and educator who has dedicated her career to spreading laughter and empowerment through humor. With her signature blend of sharp wit, insightful storytelling, and an engaging stage presence, she captivates audiences of all backgrounds—whether on stage as a stand-up comedian, leading corporate comedy […]

  • Travels from: Los Angeles, CA
  • Comedian Performers
Disclaimer
The profiles and images embedded on these pages are from various conference entertainers and other talent.

These remain the property of its owner and are not affiliated with or endorsed by Speakers Inc.

Fee ranges where listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only.

All talent fees exclude VAT, travel and accommodation where required.

Subscribe to our Newsletter and get connected:

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated.

We use Brevo as our marketing platform. By submitting this form you agree that the personal data you provided will be transferred to Brevo for processing in accordance with Brevo's Privacy Policy.

Our Mission:

We are your partner creating memorable and engaging experiences that go beyond the event itself.

© All rights reserved 2025.  Designed using Voxel