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Jenna Ortega Was Ready to 'Call It Quits' on Acting Before This Major Role

Jenna Ortega Was Ready to 'Call It Quits' on Acting Before This Major Role

Summary

Jenna Ortega, a 23-year-old actress, nearly quit acting before landing a major role in the Netflix series "You" in 2019. This opportunity revitalized her career, leading to significant roles in "Scream" films and the series "Wednesday."

Key Facts

  • Jenna Ortega considered leaving acting after finishing a children's show.
  • She discussed quitting with her team while starting high school.
  • In 2019, she got a part in Season 2 of Netflix's "You" playing Ellie Alves.
  • Her role in "You" reignited her passion for acting.
  • This led to prominent roles in the "Scream" movies and the Netflix series "Wednesday."
  • Ortega received Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG nominations for "Wednesday."
  • She expressed learning a lot about her personal likes and dislikes through her acting experiences.

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