The 21-year-old Emmy-nominated actress shares in a new interview how the 2004 film 'Man on Fire' sparked her passion for acting and led to her successful Hollywood career.
- August 8, 2024
AceShowbiz - Jenna Ortega, the Emmy-nominated actress known for her roles in "Scream", "You", "Wednesday" and the upcoming "Beetlejuice" sequel, has revealed the film that ignited her acting aspirations. In an interview with Vanity Fair, Ortega credited 2004's "Man on Fire", starring Denzel Washington and Dakota Fanning, with "changing the entire course of [her] existence."
At the age of six, after watching Fanning's performance, Ortega realized her true calling. Inspired by the film, she began performing and recording dramatic monologues, which her mother later shared on Facebook. A casting director spotted the video and contacted Ortega, leading to her first auditions in Los Angeles.
Ortega's path to Hollywood was not without its challenges. She acknowledged the pressure and expectations that come with her profession, but also expressed her gratitude for the opportunities it has brought.
In addition to her upcoming film roles, Ortega currently stars as Wednesday Addams in the hit Netflix series "Wednesday," a spin-off of the Addams Family. The series has been a critical and commercial success, earning multiple Emmy nominations and four wins.
The second season of "Wednesday" is currently in production in Ireland and is expected to be released by late 2024 or early 2025. The series has become the largest production ever shot in Ireland, attracting notable cast members such as Steve Buscemi and Thandie Newton.
Ortega's journey, inspired by "Man on Fire", is a testament to the transformative power of entertainment and the enduring impact it can have on one's life and career.
