Jenna Ortega grew up as a child star . Still, in 2022, her life took a dramatic turn when her portrayal of Wednesday in Netflix's modern adaptation of "The Addams Family" went viral and catapulted her into international stardom. The show, which premiered in November 2022, showcased Ortega's ability to blend comedy with horror, for which she has developed a fondness.
Since then, the 21-year-old actress has continued to delve into this eerie yet humorous territory with a starring role in "Scream VI," earning her a position on the list of the new generation of "Scream Queens." Now, she's carrying the legacy with another iconic role in Tim Burton's highly anticipated sequel to the 1988 classic "Beetlejuice," titled "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice." The film, which reunites much of the original cast, will premiere in grand style as the opening film at the 81st Venice Film Festival on August 28, two months ahead of Halloween 2024.
Jenna Ortega as Astrid in 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' In this sequel to the Oscar-winning original, Jenna Ortega plays Astrid, the daughter of Lydia Deetz, a character famously portrayed by Winona Ryder . Ortega's involvement in this film marks another milestone in her burgeoning career. She recently attended the film's presentation in Mexico, making a striking return to the public eye after a brief hiatus.
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