Jenna Ortega has grown from a child performer into one of Hollywood’s most recognizable young actresses. Born September 27, 2002, in La Quinta, California , she began acting at nine and steadily built her résumé through television and film. Roles in Jane the Virgin , Stuck in the Middle , You , Scream , and X helped shape her career before Wednesday Addams made her an international star. Her work has since expanded into producing, adding another dimension to her growing career.
Jenna Ortega — Full Profile Details Full Name Jenna Marie Ortega Date of Birth September 27, 2002 Height 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) Age 24 years old Birthplace La Quinta, California, USA Nationality American Ethnic Heritage Mexican and Puerto Rican Zodiac Sign Libra Profession Actress and Producer Years Active 2012–present Acting Debut 2012 Known For Wednesday, Scream, Scream VI, X, You, Stuck in the Middle, Jane the Virgin Breakthrough Role Wednesday Addams in Wednesday Parents Edward Ortega and Natalie Ortega Siblings Five siblings; one of six children Mother’s Profession Emergency-room nurse Father’s Profession California district attorney’s office employee Childhood Interest Acting Age She Started Acting 9 years old Early Commercial Work Colgate commercial First Major TV Role Young Jane Villanueva in Jane the Virgin Disney Channel Role Harley Diaz in Stuck in the Middle Voice Role Princess Isabel in Elena of Avalor Netflix Role Ellie Alves in You Horror Film Roles Scream, Scream VI, X, Insidious: Chapter 2, The Babysitter: Killer Queen Drama Role Vada Cavell in The Fallout Signature Character Wednesday Addams Wednesday Debut 2022 Wednesday Season 2 Returned as Wednesday Addams and expanded into producing Tim Burton Film Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) Recent Film Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025) Estimated Net Worth Around $5 million Marital Status Not publicly married Children None publicly known Personal Life Generally keeps her private life away from the public spotlight Major Award Recognition Primetime Emmy nomination for Wednesday Other Recognition Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Award nominations Career Highlight The international success of Wednesday Producing Work Producer involvement with Wednesday Acting Style Known for controlled, expressive performances and strong dramatic presence Career Direction Television, film, horror, drama, comedy and producing Current Career Continuing to develop her acting and producing career
Year Career & Life Highlight 2002 Born September 27, 2002 , in Coachella Valley, California.2012 Began professional acting at age 9 , including an early Colgate commercial. 2013 Appeared in Rob and Iron Man 3 . 2014–2019 Played Young Jane in Jane the Virgin . 2016–2018 Starred as Harley Diaz in Disney Channel’s Stuck in the Middle . 2019 Played Ellie Alves in Netflix’s You . 2020 Appeared in The Babysitter: Killer Queen . 2021 Received strong attention for her performance in The Fallout . 2022 Starred in Scream , X , and Netflix’s Wednesday . 2023 Earned major Emmy and Golden Globe recognition for Wednesday and returned in Scream VI . 2024 Starred in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and appeared prominently on the international fashion and festival circuit. 2025 Returned as Wednesday Addams in Wednesday Season 2 and expanded her work behind the scenes. 2026 Continues her film and television career, with Klara and the Sun among her upcoming projects.
Family Member Information Father Edward Ortega Mother Natalie Ortega Siblings Five siblings ; Jenna is one of six children.Mother’s Career Emergency-room nurse Father’s Career Works in the California district attorney’s office Family Background Mexican and Puerto Rican heritage Family Support Her parents supported her acting career from childhood and helped with auditions and travel.
Year Award Category Result 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards Most Frightened Performance — Scream Won 2023 Primetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series — Wednesday Nominated 2023 Golden Globe Awards Best Actress in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy Nominated 2023 Imagen Awards Best Actress — Comedy, Television — Wednesday Won 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards Best Performance in a Show — Wednesday Won 2023 Critics Choice Super Awards Best Actress in a Horror Series Won 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards Best Hero — Wednesday Nominated 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards Best Duo — Wednesday Nominated 2023 Dorian Awards Rising Star of the Year Nominated 2024 Saturn Awards Best Younger Performer in a Television Series — Wednesday Won 2024 People’s Choice Awards Drama Movie Star of the Year — Scream VI Won 2024 People’s Choice Awards Female Movie Star of the Year Nominated 2025 Saturn Awards Best Younger Performer in a Film — Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Won 2026 Golden Globe Awards Best Female Actor in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy Nominated 2026 Actor Awards Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series — Wednesday Nominated 2026 Gold Derby TV Awards Comedy Actress — Wednesday Won
Handbag Details Ozias “Handbook for the Recently Deceased” Bag Beetlejuice-inspired handbag carried during the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice promotional tour. Ozias Beetlejuice House Bag A custom bag inspired by the iconic Beetlejuice house. Ozias Striped-Suit Bag Beetlejuice-inspired piece seen during the Venice promotional appearances. Dior Vanity-Case Bag Dior handbag photographed with Ortega during a gothic-chic appearance.
Dress / Look Event or Appearance Custom Balmain Look 2025 Met Gala John Galliano for Dior Newspaper-Print Dress 2025 fashion appearance Donna Karan 2002 Dress 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Atelier Versace Dress 2023 SAG Awards Christian Dior Floral Evening Gown 2024 Primetime Emmy Awards Red Ruffled Gown 2024 Venice International Film Festival Markgong Shirt Dress 2025 Netflix Tudum appearance Ashi Studio Haute Couture 2025 Wednesday promotional appearances Vivienne Westwood Dress 2025 Wednesday promotional appearances Sarah Burton for Givenchy 2025 fashion appearance
Platform Account / Status Instagram @jennaortega TikTok @jenna0rtega is listed by several social-media directories, but verification should be checked directly on the platform.Facebook Jenna Ortega / Jenna0rtega is listed among her social profiles.X / Twitter An official account has been difficult to verify consistently; fan and impersonator accounts are common. Instagram Following Her Instagram is the most consistently documented primary social channel.
