The Magnate, is an American telenovela created and produced by Telemundo and Ángel del Cerro in 1990.
The series was an adaptation of Novo Amor, a telenovela Carlos wrote for the now-defunct Rede Manchete network in 1986.
Rodrigo is a power-hungry man who marries Aretusa, an elderly invalid and millionaire, out of interest, while Gonzálo is a divorced architect, who loves beautiful women and racing cars.
On the other hand, Gonzálo falls in love with Teresa, but this will lead him to do a lot of stupid things.
Power, ambition and hatred will play important roles within this love triangle, which must be surpassed to achieve true happiness.