Bernardo Romero Pereiro

Bernardo Romero Pereiro (1944–2005) was a Colombian actor, director, and writer. He was known for his 40 year career on television and his work on numerous Colombian telenovelas, notably Señora Isabel (or Mirade de Mujer ) and Escalona. He was also the founder of Producciones Bernardo Romero Pereiro.

Early life and education Romero was born in 1944, the son of the television director Bernardo Romero Lozano and the actress Anuncia Pereiro (also known as Carmen de Lugo).

Career He was appointed director of the Teatro Colón by the President of Colombia in 1938. and Ana de Nadie.

He is also credited with discovering Fernando Gaitán, who's telenovela "Yo Soy Betty, la Fea" (Ugly Betty) would become the most successful.

Personal life Pereiro was married to actress, Judy Henríquez. He was 61.

Awards and honours Over the course of his career, Pereiro won numerous awards, including

Víctor Nieto Lifetime Achievement Award Best Director Award at the India Catalina Awards Director of the century at the TVyNovelas Awards.