Jenna Ortega brought to life Wednesday Addams the way no other actor did. Her dedication and fusion with the character very quickly became iconic. Her portrayal of the character was so unique and the way she understood her character had gotten her a lot of praise. The first season managed to gain so much success that Netflix was left with no choice but to renew it for a second season.
In the account of the second season saw a new chapter in the titular character’s life, Jenna Ortega will also have a bigger role to play in the series. Apart from being the leader of the show, she will now also be an executive producer for Wednesday.
Jenna Ortega To Produce And Star In The Second Season Of Wednesday
Jenna Ortega starred as the titular character on Wednesday and the fame she received for playing the character was far beyond what she had accepted. Her dark personality and gripping acting managed to create a fanbase that made the character in the Addams Family famous. The potential that her character had in previous projects was all explored in the series and fans seemed to admire it a lot. The actress will now also be producing the second season.
While this will not be the first time Ortega sits in the producer’s chair, Wednesday has been her biggest project yet, and to be producing the series that made her an iconic star is unique on its own. She admitted that she always looks to hear the good and bad criticism no matter how brutal or good it may be. For her, this step into the production side of things allows her to connect with Wednesday Addams more. Fans are just as pleased to learn of this. She added some of her own personal touches to the the character and now as a producer, it will only improve.
Fans Celebrate Jenna Ortega’s Hand As An Executive Producer For Wednesday
As Jenna Ortega steps into the shoes of a producer, fans are more than happy to see her progress within the series. What the actress has brought to the table for the show has been iconic on its own. Fans did not hesitate to point out how amazing she had been throughout the first season.
From what she said in the last interviews she has been basically rewriting the character so this deserved tbh
— Ander (@kalebox3) March 7, 2023
Honestly, good for her. She’s been in the industry since she was a child and has well over 10,000 hours in. Having creative control of a story is every actor’s goal and ultimate dream. She’s 20 years old and should know her way around the industry by now✍️
Let Her Cook— Pedro Nicanor 🎭 (@haciendahoyos) March 7, 2023
I love it when actors are executive producers on their projects. They should have a say in what happens to their character
— Marvel Boy (@The_Marvel_Boy) March 7, 2023
So happy for her! 🙌🏼❤️ pic.twitter.com/hNBn3LigyT
— Movie.Takes 🚇 (@Takes2Movie) March 7, 2023
as she should. she understands the character than the writers from season one of Wednesday, so let her cook.
— BatKnight66 (@batknight66) March 7, 2023
According to them, she basically carried the entire series on her shoulders. Her contribution and her acting was incredible in their opinion. The audience cannot wait to see what more Ortega will add to her performance as the second season will continue the story of Wednesday Addams.
The first season of Wednesday is now streaming on Netflix.
Source: Elle