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Actor known for Wednesday, Scream and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. The defining face of modern horror.
Jenna Ortega became the face of a new generation of horror.
She stole scenes in You and Scream, then became a global phenomenon as Wednesday Addams in the Netflix series — complete with a dance the whole internet copied.
The range
Horror, comedy and drama, all with a deadpan intensity that is entirely her own.
"I like characters who are complicated."
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Quick Facts
BornSeptember 27, 2002 · Coachella Valley, California, USA
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionActress
Known for"Wednesday", "Scream", "You"
BreakthroughWednesday Addams in Netflix's "Wednesday"
HeritageMexican and Puerto Rican descent
Milestones
2012
Child actor start
Begins acting in TV roles as a child.
2016
Disney era
Stars in Disney Channel's "Stuck in the Middle".
2019
"You" breakout
Her role in Netflix's "You" earns wide attention.
2022
"Wednesday" phenomenon
Becomes a global star playing Wednesday Addams.
2023
Golden Globe nod
Earns a Golden Globe nomination for "Wednesday".
Stories & Facts
A gothic icon
Her deadpan, darkly comic take on Wednesday Addams became a cultural moment.
Fearless roles
She gravitates to horror and thriller roles, becoming a modern scream queen.
Young and unstoppable
She's balanced blockbuster franchises with indie and prestige projects.
Controversies
Intense fandom
Her rapid fame has brought intense fan and media scrutiny.
Lifestyle
Hollywood's new scream queen. Jenna is known for her gothic-chic style and thoughtful, introverted persona. She's spoken openly about anxiety and the pressures of fame, and she's a proud Latina voice in Hollywood.
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Achievements & Awards
- Golden Globe and Emmy nominations for "Wednesday"
- Star of the Netflix global hit "Wednesday"
- Led the modern "Scream" franchise
- One of Hollywood's most in-demand young actors
- Millions of social media followers worldwide