'My Life Is a Telenovela' Docu-Series Coming To WE tv

My Life Is a Telenovela will premiere later this year on WE tv.

WE tv has ordered a new docu-series, My Life is a Telenovela, focused on the real characters who bring life to this enormously popular television genre. Set in Miami, and produced by Matador, the series will follow a group of beautiful and fierce Latina actresses and actors working in this hyper-competitive world, which has captivated hundreds of millions of viewers.

"WE tv is a network that was really built on diversity, bringing viewers personalities and programming it has historically been hard to find on the mainstream dial, and this show continues that commitment to new faces and voices," said Marc Juris, WE tv president. "We are so excited to bring this world and the passionate men and women who make these incredibly popular soap operas to our viewers, and proud of a strategic partnership with Telemundo that will bring a high level of credibility and authenticity to our show."

WE tv has ordered eight 60-minute episodes, which will premiere later this year. As the series begins, several of our characters are vying for the same role in a real life telenovela being produced by Telemundo, resulting in drama and fireworks on both sides of the camera.

The show features a variety of telenovela stars including Raquenel, Sissi Fleitas, Gustavo Pedraza, Enrique Sapene and Liliana Gonzalez.

'Snark Week' Returns to We tv July 6-10

For the second consecutive year, WE tv will host “Snark Week,” a line-up of the network’s snarkiest characters and shows. This year’s on-air celebration includes biting one-liners from new episodes of WE tv’s original series “Braxton Family Values,” “Cutting It: In the ATL” and “Marriage Boot Camp Reality Stars” as well as cutting comebacks from the stars of “Law & Order,” “CSI: Miami,” “Roseanne” and “Will & Grace.” WE tv’s second annual “Snark Week” returns Monday, July 6 through Friday, July 10.

WE tv Will Premiere Its First Original Scripted Series 'The Divide' One Week Early on a Variety of Platforms

WE tv announced today that it will make its first original scripted drama, The Divide, widely available to viewers through a weeklong full-episode sneak preview across a myriad of platforms, including Roku streaming players, WEtv.com and through video on demand and TV Everywhere services from major video providers. The preview will be the first-ever television series premiere on the Roku streaming platform.

The full-episode sneak preview begins Wednesday, July 9 and runs through 11:59 p.m ET on Tuesday, July 15, the day before The Divide debuts on WE tv with limited commercial interruptions during a special two-hour premiere at 9 p.m.

“As we break into scripted programming, it's important that we reach viewers on every platform and device they use to watch content,” said WE tv President, Marc Juris. “This multi-platform full-episode preview is a great way to get audiences excited about The Divide and we couldn't be happier that the show is Roku's first TV series premiere to their millions of customers. The equal ratio of male-to-female users also provides a great co-viewing opportunity for this amazing drama.”

WE tv Rebranding Doubles Down On Communal Power Of "WE"

WE tv today unveiled bold new branding that reflects the network's broader focus on the communal power of "WE" in a connected and social world. While it will remain a leading destination for women on television and online, WE tv has officially dropped the word "women" from its name and will focus on the broader and universal implications of the word "WE" as it continues to expand and redefine its compelling mix of programming and innovative digital extensions.

WE tv Greenlights Original Scripted Drama Series 'South of Hell'

WE tv today announced that it has greenlit the scripted thriller, "South of Hell," from Sonar Entertainment and Blumhouse Television. "South of Hell" is a gripping supernatural thriller set in Savannah, GA and focused on Maria Abascal, a demon hunter whose power stems from within. The premiere episode will be directed by Eli Roth ("Hostel," "Hemlock Grove," "The Green Inferno"). WE tv has ordered eight, 60-minute episodes of "South of Hell," and plans a 2015 premiere.

"As WE tv moves firmly into scripted programming, we are committed to presenting distinctive and engaging stories to today's savvy TV audience," said Marc Juris, WE tv's president. "That is certainly the case with 'South of Hell,' a dramatic thriller that introduces viewers to an unforgettable character, supernatural themes and the battle between good and evil."

"'South of Hell' is a cornerstone production for Sonar that reflects our overall commitment to the ongoing development of quality series television," said Sonar Entertainment CEO Gene Stein. "We are thrilled to collaborate with WE tv and the stellar creative team attached to the project to bring this compelling story to life."