Jenna Ortega

Biography

Jenna Ortega (born September 27, 2002) is an American actress and producer known for her work in film and television, particularly in horror, comedy, and coming-of-age productions. Born in Coachella Valley, California, she began acting professionally at the age of nine.

Ortega gained early recognition as Young Jane in the television series Jane the Virgin and later became widely known for playing Harley Diaz in Disney Channel's Stuck in the Middle. She subsequently took on more mature roles, including Ellie Alves in You and Vada Cavell in the acclaimed drama The Fallout.

Her breakthrough as a horror actress came with films such as Scream (2022), X (2022), and Scream VI (2023). She achieved international fame for portraying Wednesday Addams in Tim Burton's Netflix series Wednesday, a performance that earned her major award nominations.

In 2024, Ortega starred in Tim Burton's fantasy comedy Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, playing Astrid Deetz, the teenage daughter of Lydia Deetz, portrayed by Winona Ryder. The film reunited Burton with the world of the original Beetlejuice and became a major worldwide success.

Ortega has continued expanding her film career with projects including Death of a Unicorn (2025) and Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025). Her performances have established her as one of the prominent young actresses of her generation, particularly through her association with horror and dark fantasy.

Jenna Ortega is particularly recognized for her distinctive deadpan acting style, her performances in horror films, and her acclaimed portrayal of Wednesday Addams.