Jenna Ortega sets the temperature high at Marrakech Film Festival

Jenna Ortega stuns at Marrakech Film Festival amid rumours of on-set tensions

The Wednesday star, Jenna Ortega, stole the spotlight at the opening night of the 22nd Marrakech International Film Festival.

She stepped onto the red carpet in a daring plunging backless gown that cinched at the waist highlighting her elegant silhouette.

The 23-year-old accessorized simply with a gold necklace.

Ortega was joined on the red carpet by fellow jury member Anya Taylor-Joy and Jodie Foster.

The Queen’s Gambit star donned a pleated black maxi dress adorned with white floral detailing.

Keeping her blonde hair loose, she wore a bold look with diamond necklace and red lipstick.

On the other hand, the Silence of the Lambs actress opted for a chic satin suit.

Oretega was joined by the veteran actress Marisa Berenson too who looked stunning in black lace dress accessorized with a necklace and pearl earrings.

She proved timeless glamour never fades.

The Beetlejuice Beetlejuice alum’s radiant appearance came amid speculations emerging about on-set tension.

Fans were quick to notice at the recent press event of Wednesday in Los Angeles, Ortega appeared ‘fed-up’ as co-creator Alfred Gough praised her performance.

Netizens analyzed her body language noting how she turned away and redirected praise towards the Irish crew.

Jenna Ortega reveals the sad reason being a young actress in Hollywood ‘terrifies’ her

Jenna Ortega, the actress who plays Wednesday, has opened up about the challenges of growing up in Hollywood, and the fears that have stayed with her.

The 22-year-old actress did a new interview for Vogue México and Latin America’s September issue, where she spoke about her journey in the entertainment industry.

Ortega shared that in the early years of her career, she often felt voiceless.

“Being young and assertive is intense for a lot of people, as a woman. I’ve always known what it’s like to not have a voice, and that terrifies me,” she said. “I don’t want to be in that situation again.”

The actress said finding her “professional, efficient, and kind” voice has been key to navigating Hollywood.

“For most of my career, I didn’t know how to express myself,” she added. “I was very young, I didn’t know anything about the industry, perhaps because of certain professional experiences I’d had in the past that were a little more difficult. I shut myself away and became very insecure about my place.”

She didn’t reveal which TV shows made her feel like that, but said collaboration and collective creativity is needed on set.

Before Wednesday, Ortega was in Jane the Virgin, You (Season 2), Iron Man 3, Night of the Demon: Chapter 2, Richie Rich, and Disney Channel’s Stuck in the Middle.

Despite her rising fame, she revealed it has changed how she interacts with the world, making her more cautious and thoughtful.

“I used to be a very extroverted child, but I’ve become more reserved. It doesn’t mean something negative. It just means I choose my words carefully,” she said.

Ortega also spoke about her Latin heritage and the impact of growing up within a Spanish-speaking community. Her dad, Edward, is of Mexican descent, and mum Natalie is of Mexican and Puerto Rican heritage.

“I think these kinds of things don’t go away or change. It’s just what I know,” she said.

Jenna Ortega’s 1 Big Regret From Her Early Years Mirrors the Sad Reality For Many Child Actors in Hollywood

Following her rise to fame, Jenna Ortega reflects on her journey and recalls her regrets and challenges.

Following her breakthrough as a child actress in the 2016–2018 Disney Channel sitcom Stuck in the Middle, Jenna Ortega gradually ventured into mainstream Hollywood and is now set to appear in Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Finding incredible fame in the entertainment industry, Ortega recently reflected on her Hollywood inception.

Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams | Netflix

Speaking with Vanity Fair, Jenna Ortega opened up about her journey to stardom, revealing her biggest regret from her early years in Hollywood. The young actress, famously known for her roles in Wednesday and the Scream franchise, exposed the challenges of growing up in the public eye, which seemingly resonated with several other Hollywood child actors.

Jenna Ortega Calls Her Acting Career a “10-Year-Old’s Choice”

Thrust into the spotlight from an early age, although Jenna Ortega ventured from Disney’s Stuck in the Middle to landing roles in horror films like the Scream franchise, the actress seems to have certain regrets about her career. Despite landing coveted roles in Tim Burton’s Wednesday and upcoming Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Ortega got candid about her Hollywood success.

During an interview with Vanity Fair, Jenna Ortega was asked about her vivid memories of auditions from her early years and if her Hollywood journey lived up to her imagination. To which, the actress openly called her career choice a 10-year-old’s decision. Admitting that she is currently living the life her 10-year-old self had chosen for her, Ortega seemingly expressed her regrets of losing innocence and becoming professional from an early age.

The interviewer asked, “Does it still live up to what you imagined?”

Catherine O'Hara, Jenna Ortega, Winona Ryder, and Justin Theroux in the first look image of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (credits: Warner Bros.) — Catherine O’Hara, Jenna Ortega, Winona Ryder, and Justin Theroux in *Beetlejuice Beetlejuice* | Warner BBros.

To this, Ortega replied:

To still enjoy the job just as much 12 years later—even seeing all of the ugly and wonderful and extreme—I think is pretty cool. I made this decision when I was 10, so I’m living off of a 10-year-old’s choices.

Claiming to be grateful for the opportunities she landed, the actress eventually shared her thoughts on the challenges of growing up in the public eye. Surprisingly, Jenna Ortega’s remarks echoed the sentiments of many child actors who have navigated the ups and downs of Hollywood.

Jenna Ortega’s Regret Echoes the Sentiments of Many Child Actors

After Jenna Ortega noted living the life and profession chosen by a 10-year-old self, implying that with maturity and better reasoning, she might have done things differently, the interviewer asked if she would have changed certain things in her life. Ortega admitted that she would have preferred a better understanding of herself from a young age, which might have helped her choose wisely.

I’m very much a people pleaser. I like to say that I’m not anymore – but I am. I wish that I felt that I was a bit more in control of my experiences. When I was younger, I was just so happy to be a part of the conversation that I wasn’t really playing it in a strategic way. Not that it has to be.

Jenna Ortega in Scream VI — Jenna Ortega in *Scream VI* | Paramount Pictures

I wish that maybe I had felt more autonomy in who I was from a younger age. I think I’ve definitely fallen into patterns of taking myself too seriously or not being able to create much balance in my life.

While her talent and dedication have earned her success, Jenna Ortega acknowledges the sacrifices she’s made along the way. Claiming to have grown up before her age, Ortega implied losing her innocence from an early age, which seems to mirror the sad reality for many child actors in Hollywood. Admitting how growing up in the spotlight comes at a cost, Ortega shared her biggest regret.

When I was younger, I wasn’t thinking about sleepovers and friends and proms. It was always, “What am I going to do next? How am I going to get this job? What meeting should I take?” It was work and school and sleep and repeat.

Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman in Miller's Girl — Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman in *Miller’s Girl* | Lionsgate, Point Grey Pictures

So it’s been funny as I’ve gotten older to realize, “Huh, yeah, you do need your hands in other bowls and you do need to take a step and a breather.” I’m glad that I realize that now, but it’s strange to have not really had that experience or been eager for that experience when I was younger.

Jenna Ortega’s remarks seemingly reflected upon the unique challenges faced by most child actors in Hollywood. While navigating the pressures of fame, most actors often end up sacrificing their childhood years and sense of normalcy.

Scream’s Jasmin Savoy Brown Gets Honest About How ‘Sad And Stressful’ Melissa Barrera And Jenna Ortega’s Departures Were

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Jasmin Savoy Brown in Scream VI on the subway. — Credit: Paramount Pictures

The horror genre has been thriving for years now, with its renaissance resulting in some of the best horror movies returning with new sequels. That includes Wes Craven’s Scream, and the forthcoming seventh movie is one of the most highly anticipated upcoming horror movies. Unfortunately, the new movie will be missing the Carpenter sisters, played by Jenna Ortega and Melissa Barrera. And Mindy Meeks-Martin actress Jasmin Savoy Brown recently got honest about just how stressful that casting shakeup was.

What we know about Scream 7 is limited, but fans are hyped Neve Campbell is returning as Sidney Prescott. Unfortunately Sam and Tara won’t be back, with Barrera being fired from her role and Ortega departing herself. In an interview for a new book about Scream (via EW), Brown confirmed “it’s been really sad and stressful” to deal with the situation, sharing:

Often, actors are expected to know as much about politics as politicians. And, in today’s day and age, when everything is online, everyone thinks they’re an expert in everything, which isn’t the case. I also think there is a clear difference between talking politics and standing up for people who don’t have a voice. It’s not politics, it’s human life.

It certainly seems like the Yellowjackets star wasn’t happy with how Melissa Barrera was fired, specifically for speaking out against the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. And things got even more complicated when Jenna Ortega dropped out of Scream 7, originally citing a scheduling issue with Wednesday. Although she’s since revealed that losing Barrera and the directors of the last two movies (which are streaming with a Paramount+ subscription) was also a big reason behind this decision.

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Later in that same interview, which is part of Your Favorite Scary Movie: How the Scream Films Rewrote the Rules of Horror, Jasmin Savoy Brown spoke about the decision making process that went into returning as Mindy without her two co-stars. In her words:

I can’t imagine making this movie without Melissa and Jenna. It won’t be the same. On the flip side, I do care about this character so much, and I care so much about the people that care about her. I hope that someday — even if it’s 20 years from now — the Core Four gets back together on screen.

After two movies, the Core Four has been embraced by fans. This name as given to the quartet of heroes/siblings who survived those titles: Sam and Tara Carpenter and Mindy and Chad Meeks-Martin. Only the latter tow are expected in Scream 7, with Mason Gooding set to reunite with his onscreen sister in the slasher.

Like Brown, I’m also hoping we get to see the Core Four back together on the big screen one day. I’m invested in these heroes after the last two movies, and it’s definitely going to be strange when Scream 7 hits theaters without Jenna Ortega or Melissa Barrera’s characters. Luckily Sidney and a number of other legacy characters will be there to pick up the slack.

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