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Jenna Ortega's Wednesday Struggle Revealed
29 May
Summary
- Jenna Ortega finds balancing Wednesday's creepy and kooky aspects a challenge.
- Ortega strives to honor past portrayals while advancing the character's story.
- Wednesday's friendship with Enid highlights character growth and care.

Jenna Ortega, currently starring as Wednesday Addams in the popular Netflix series, revealed a significant challenge she faces each season: maintaining the delicate balance of the character's distinct 'creepy and kooky' persona. As the show heads into its third season, expected likely next year, Ortega has been dedicated to honoring the character's legacy while developing her story.
Ortega's portrayal is noted for giving the character more autonomy as a teenager at Nevermore Academy. She endeavors to inject a touch of whimsy, particularly evident in Wednesday's evolving friendship with her roommate, Enid. This relationship, initially marked by differences, has clearly demonstrated growing mutual care over the first two seasons.
Despite her experience, Ortega continues to find the nuanced portrayal of a teenage Wednesday Addams a daily struggle. This effort is evident in her interactions with other characters and faculty at Nevermore, including her complex relationship with her mother, Morticia. Fans eagerly anticipate seeing Ortega's continued growth with the character in future seasons.