The first look photo of Jenna Ortega in the upcoming crime thriller Finestkind has generated anticipation for her leading performance. The image shows Ortega aboard a fishing vessel, looking focused alongside co-star Tommy Lee Jones. Finestkind will hold its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). In the film, Ortega takes on a […]
Jenna Ortega delivered a breakout performance as the iconic Wednesday Addams in the hit Netflix series “Wednesday.” Now Ortega is hoping her portrayal of the supernatural sleuth will land her an Emmy Award for Best Comedy Actress. According to exclusive Gold Derby reporting, Ortega has selected the episode “Friend or Woe” as her submission for […]
The Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA) began a strike on July 14th. The union, representing 160,000 actors and performers, is seeking increased base pay and residuals amid the rise of streaming, along with protections against unregulated use of artificial intelligence. This pause in production will continue until the strike ends. However, Jenna Ortega’s new film Death […]
Prop pilfering is apparently a problem on the set of “Beetlejuice 2” filming in Vermont, with souvenir-seeking fans making off with items under cover of night. According to the Vermont State Police, two thefts have been reported so far from the movie set located in East Corinth. The first occurred shortly after midnight on July […]
Filming for the highly anticipated Beetlejuice sequel kicked off earlier this year, giving us a first look at rising star Jenna Ortega as Lydia Deetz’s daughter. However, production is now on hold due to the SAG-AFTRA strike that started in July 2023. In photos from the set, Ortega embodied a fittingly darker, gothic vibe for […]
The nominations for the 75th Emmy Awards have been announced, and the competition is as fierce as ever. Leading the pack are acclaimed series such as Succession, The Last of Us, The White Lotus, and Ted Lasso, all of which have garnered significant attention and praise. HBO has once again emerged as the leader, continuing […]
The world of Beetlejuice is back and more spirited than ever! Recently, People.com shared an exclusive look at Winona Ryder and Jenna Ortega on the set of Beetlejuice 2, filming what seems to be a wedding scene in Hertfordshire, England. Winona Ryder, reprising her iconic role as Lydia Deetz, was spotted in her character’s signature […]
The second season of Netflix’s ‘Wednesday’ is set to be a chilling, romance-free experience, according to the show’s star, Jenna Ortega. In a recent conversation with Elle Fanning for Variety’s Actors on Actors series, Ortega revealed that the upcoming season of the Tim Burton-produced show will place a stronger emphasis on horror. “We’ve decided we […]
Warner Bros’ eagerly awaited sequel, Beetlejuice 2, has recently added the critically acclaimed Willem Dafoe to its star-studded cast. While the studio has not officially confirmed this casting news, Dafoe joins the ensemble that includes Jenna Ortega, who was previously announced, and fellow newcomer Justin Theroux. Original Beetlejuice stars Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine […]
Get ready to say his name three times because it’s finally happening! Warner Bros. has confirmed the much-anticipated sequel to Tim Burton’s 1988 cult classic, “Beetlejuice.” And to add more excitement to this thrilling news, Jenna Ortega, known for her dynamic performance in “Wednesday,” is on board! Ortega is slated to play a pivotal role […]
Jenna Ortega who has garnered widespread acclaim for her portrayal of Wednesday Addams in the Netflix series ‘Wednesday,’ has recently become the subject of mockery by striking Hollywood writers. However, her loyal fanbase has come to her defense, arguing that she’s being unfairly targeted for union issues that are unrelated to her actions. The conflict […]
Jenna Ortega, best known for her role as the eponymous character in Netflix’s hit series “Wednesday,” has candidly opened up about her initial reluctance to take on the role of the iconic Wednesday Addams. In a recent interview with The Times U.K., Ortega shared that she initially passed on multiple offers, as her heart was […]
Jenna Ortega’s “Wednesday” almost didn’t happen. The young actress, who’s become a global star thanks to her title role in the Tim Burton-produced Netflix hit, initially turned down the opportunity. In an interview with the UK’s Times, Ortega revealed that she received an email about the role but “passed on it.” Having done a lot […]
Jenna Ortega absolutely crushed her debut as host on Saturday Night Live, showcasing her comedic chops and reminding fans that she’s much more than just the “dark and twisted” characters she’s played on screen. The 20-year-old actress delivered a hilarious opening monologue that had the audience in stitches, riffing on everything from her early days […]
It seems like Jenna Ortega is on a roll with Tim Burton as she is reportedly in talks to star in the sequel to his classic movie, Beetlejuice. The original star of the movie, Michael Keaton, is already attached to return and the movie is said to be in the works with a potential shoot […]
Jenna Ortega, the star of the upcoming horror film Scream VI, is set to make her hosting debut on Saturday Night Live on March 11. In a promo released on Wednesday, Ortega can be seen discussing a potential sketch with SNL’s Please Don’t Destroy group, who wrote a script about her hit Netflix series Wednesday. […]
Jenna Ortega is not one to shy away from a challenge, especially when it comes to portraying the iconic character of Wednesday Addams. In recent interviews, the actress has shared the battles she had to fight to ensure that her rendition of Wednesday was not just a static continuation of the character, but rather someone […]
Jenna Ortega is the latest guest to take on the infamous chicken wings challenge on the latest episode of “Hot Ones”. Known for her standout performances in critically acclaimed films like “X” and “The Fallout,” and her breakout role in the Netflix series “Wednesday,” Ortega is a rising star in the entertainment industry. In this […]
At the SAG Awards on Sunday, Jenna Ortega, the star of Netflix’s “Wednesday,” and Aubrey Plaza presented the award for Male Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series. The pair began bantering in a humorous exchange after realizing they were paired together for the presentation. The joke was that the two actors share a […]
Jenna Ortega is set to make her hosting debut on “SNL” on March 11, coinciding with the release of her latest film “Scream VI” in theaters. She will also be promoting Netflix’s popular series “Wednesday” ahead of Emmy season. “SNL” airs live on NBC and streams live on Peacock at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT. […]
Fans of the iconic horror franchise “Scream” are in for a treat with the highly-anticipated release of “Scream VI”. And, to build up the excitement even more, a Super Bowl ad was recently released featuring the talented young actress Jenna Ortega as Tara Carpenter. In the ad, Ortega takes on the notorious Ghostface with her […]