Jenna Ortega wasted the challenges she faced as a young actress in Hollywood.
In a recent chat with Vogue México and Latin AmericaThe 22-year-old star, whom she was not always vocal on set.
“I’ve always known how it feels not to have a voice and it scares me. I don’t ever want to be in that situation again,” she told the publisher.
The Wednesday Actress admitted that being a young woman in the industry came with her common matches.
“Being young and assertive is intense for many people, especially as a woman,” noted Ortega.
Although the actress did not reveal the names of projects that made her feel silent, her work included her early career days Jane The Virgin and Disney Channel’s firm in the middle.
Ortega now admitted that she is focusing on using her platform with purpose, “Now I just want to make sure I use my voice in the most professional, effective and friendly way possible.”
By reflecting on the change that came into her personality after striking fame, she said, “I used to be a very extroverted child, but I have become more reserved. It doesn’t matter negative, it just means I choose my words carefully.”
She said jokingly that her iconic role, Wednesday Adams, didn’t like her celebrity status, “It’s funny because Wednesday would hate all this attention and occupation.”
