Williams defends Lohan over 'Betty' cut

Vanessa Williams has denied speculation that Lindsay Lohan's role in Ugly Betty was cut due to attitude problems.

Lohan's part on the programme was reduced from six episodes to four this week, prompting reports that she was struggling to get on with lead star America Ferrera.

However, Williams, who plays Wilhelmina Slater in the show, insisted that Lohan was nothing but professional during filming.

"I had a few scenes with Lindsay. She was a hard worker, she showed up on time and in the scenes I had with her, she was completely prepared," she said.

"In terms of me working with Lindsay, she was professional, she knew her lines and she was great with me."