Jenna Ortega Turned Down ‘Wednesday’ Role A ‘Couple Of Times’

Jenna Ortega revealed she almost didn't take the role of “Wednesday.”

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The actress disclosed that she thought it would prevent her from getting movie roles.

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She said she eventually joined the cast because of Tim Burton.

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Ortega wasn't expecting “Wednesday” to become such a popular TV show.

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She shared that she thought the show would be just a little gem “for people to discover.”

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Ortega hoped the viral “Wednesday” dance would go unnoticed.

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She revealed she feigned excitement at its popularity.

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Ortega says she felt like the people’s princess as a Disney child star.

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She says she's grateful for period of anonymity.

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