The plot follows , a sweet florist who meets and marries the wealthy Fernando José . Their happiness is shattered when family secrets emerge—specifically that Rosalinda’s mother, Soledad , supposedly murdered Fernando José's father. The drama escalates through classic telenovela tropes:

The original broadcast was on Canal de Las Estrellas .

as Fernando José Altamirano del Castillo : A wealthy pianist and lawyer who falls deeply in love with Rosalinda.

Directed by Beatriz Sheridan and produced by Salvador Mejía Alejandre . It was notably the most expensive Mexican television production at the time. Cast & Key Characters

is a landmark 1999 Mexican telenovela that serves as the final television starring role for the "Queen of Telenovelas," Thalía , before she pivoted to her global music career. Produced by Televisa , it became one of the most exported and watched television programs in history, reaching over 180 countries and an estimated 2 billion viewers by the year 2000. Show Overview Original Run: June 18, 1999. Total Episodes: 80 episodes.