According to the Hollywood Reporter, Becki Newton is set to star in a still untitled CBS pilot. The project will be written and executive produced by Jackie and Jeff Filgo. Andy Ackerman is on board to direct the pilot. Newton will play a single-mom who is the daughter of the main character.
Newton is best known for her role as Amanda Tanen on the television series Ugly Betty. She also appeared in ABC.com's Mode After Hours webisode series. Ugly Betty was canceled in 2010 after four seasons due to low-ratings.
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