When talking about the great divas of telenovelas, two names resonate strongly in the memory of the Hispanic community: Thalía and Angélica Rivera. Both marked generations with their iconic performances, leaving an indelible mark on television and in the hearts of Latinos in the United States.
But who has had the best telenovelas? Thalía vs. Angélica Rivera, here we analyze the careers of these two entertainment legends and their impact on the public.
Thalía: The Queen of las Marías
If there is a face that represents the success of the soap operas of the 90’s, it is Thalia.
Her trilogy of the Marías-María Mercedes (1992), Marimar (1994) and María la del Barrio (1995)-captivated millions of viewers around the world.
These stories of love, overcoming and revenge consolidated Thalia as an icon of the genre and gave her global recognition.
But her success did not stop there. She also starred in Rosalinda (1999), with which she reaffirmed her title as one of the most beloved actresses on television.
Streaming availability: Despite the passage of time, Thalia’s telenovelas continue to be among the most watched on digital platforms. On services such as ViX, Univision Now and YouTube, her melodramas continue to attract new generations who discover the magic of her interpretations.
Angélica Rivera: La Gaviota who conquered hearts
While Thalía excelled in love stories with fairy tale touches, Angélica Rivera shined in telenovelas with more mature and realistic plots.
Her most iconic role was Teresa La Gaviota in Destilando Amor (2007), an adaptation of Café con Aroma de Mujer, which was a smash hit in Mexico and the United States.
Beyond La Gaviota: Before becoming a phenomenon with Destilando Amor, Angélica Rivera had already demonstrated her talent in other hits such as La Dueña (1995) and Sin Pecado Concebido (2001), where she played characters with greater dramatic depth.
Impact on Latino audiences: According to surveys by media outlets such as People en Español, Destilando Amor continues to be one of the most beloved telenovelas for those who prefer stories with complex characters and intense developments.
What are Latinos in the U.S. saying?
For Latinos in the United States, both actresses hold a special place.
While millennials and Generation Z fondly remember Thalía’s telenovelas for their nostalgic and fantastical feel, adults who enjoyed Angélica Rivera’s more intense plots consider her stories to be more realistic and emotional.
The nostalgia factor and streaming: Today, classic telenovelas are kept alive thanks to digital platforms, where they continue to be a trend. Univision and ViX have bet on rebroadcasting these hits, allowing new generations to discover the talent of both actresses.
Who has the best telenovelas: The answer will depend on the tastes of each viewer:
-If you like love stories with dreamy endings and endearing characters, Thalia is the undisputed queen.
-If you prefer more intense plots with strong and passionate characters, Angélica Rivera takes the title.
The legacy of 2 queens
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Both Thalia and Angelica Rivera have left an indelible mark on Hispanic television.
Their telenovelas have not only been ratings hits, but have also united generations of viewers who found in their stories a connection to their roots.
Who do you think has the best telenovelas?
Today, classic soap operas are kept alive thanks to digital platforms
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