Introduction:

Jenna Marie Ortega (born September 27, 2002) is an American actress and producer often called the "Gen Z Scream Queen." She rose to global superstardom for her portrayal of Wednesday Addams in the Netflix series Wednesday. Beyond her horror-icon status, she is recognized for her advocacy for Latino representation in film and her "goth-glam" influence on modern fashion.

Birthplace:

Coachella Valley, California, U.S. Specifically born in Palm Desert, she grew up in a large family as the fourth of six children in a household of Mexican and Puerto Rican descent.

Relationships:

• Family: She maintains a very close relationship with her parents, Edward and Natalie Ortega, and her five siblings.

• Romantic: As of March 2026, she appears to be dating Danish musician Elias Rønnenfelt (frontman of the band Iceage). The two have been spotted together frequently since late 2025, though Jenna remains famously private about her personal life.

• Past Rumors: She has previously been linked to actor Asher Angel (2018) and co-star Percy Hynes White, though she has historically emphasized her focus on her career over dating.

Key Life Events:

• Early Start (2012): Began acting professionally at age nine after her mother posted a monologue of her on Facebook.

• Disney Breakthrough (2016): Gained initial fame starring as Harley Diaz in Stuck in the Middle.

• Horror Pivot (2022): Solidified her "Scream Queen" title with back-to-back roles in X, Scream, and Scream VI.

• The Wednesday Phenomenon (2022): Her lead role in Wednesday broke streaming records and earned her Golden Globe and Emmy nominations.

• Production Debut (2024): Stepped into a producer role for the second season of Wednesday, advocating for more horror and less romance in the script.

Current Situation:

Jenna is currently one of the most sought-after actresses in Hollywood. As of March 2026, she is:

• Filming: Actively working on Season 3 of Wednesday for Netflix.

• Recent Projects: Just came off the success of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) and the thriller Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025).

• Upcoming Works: She is set to star in and produce a high-profile remake titled "Single Female" (a contemporary update of the 1992 thriller Single White Female) alongside Taylor Russell.

• Upcoming Releases: Fans are anticipating her appearance in J.J. Abrams’ The Great Beyond and Taika Waititi’s Klara and the Sun, both slated for release later this year.