Wednesday’s Writers Have Finally Addressed Those Viral Comments About Jenna Ortega Putting Her ‘Foot Down’ And Reworking The Script

As a longtime fan of Jenna Ortega and the captivating world of Tim Burton, I must say that it’s both enlightening and heartwarming to witness such a harmonious collaboration between an artist and her creative team, especially amidst the tumultuous landscape of the Hollywood industry.


In the first season of “Wednesday” on Netflix, Jenna Ortega shot to stardom almost instantly due to its massive success. Anything she said was headline news, particularly when she revealed she needed to assert herself on the show and even modified some script lines. The conversation around these words has been just as intense as speculation about Season 2 of “Wednesday.” Now, those writers who claim their words were altered are coming forward with their thoughts.

Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, known for their work on ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ and ‘Wednesday’, have largely remained silent following Jenna Ortega’s viral remarks. In a recent interview, Ortega admitted that she could have expressed herself more effectively and referred to herself as a “rambler”. However, in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Gough and Millar express understanding towards Ortega’s stance and harbor no resentment. According to Gough…

Navigating this can be tough. We’ve had a few successful series under our belt, such as Smallville that took off right away. With such success comes young actors in the limelight who are bound to make mistakes or say something regrettable. I believe it’s essential to show understanding and remember that these occurrences are common. It’s never fun, but it’s just part of the package. At this point, the internet will likely do what it does best. The last thing we want is to fuel any controversy.

On Wednesday during the initial season, Ortega mentioned alterations she implemented, expressing that certain aspects of her character seemed illogical to her. If she deemed scripted lines inaccurate, she planned to modify them. These remarks drew criticism from some writers and became a topic for humor during the SAG-AFTRA strike.

As a devoted fan, I must share that although some weren’t entirely pleased with Jenna Ortega’s statements, the creative minds behind Wednesday, who seem to view her as more than just an actor given her producer role in Season 2, appear unfazed. Miles Millar emphasized the collaborative nature of their work, implying a shared creative process among all involved. He elaborated…

In close collaboration with Jenna, we’ve been working together on the show, and undeniably, she was part of Beetlejuice. Working with her is an incredibly rewarding and enjoyable process. We couldn’t be more thrilled about her contributions and this year, we welcomed her as a producer on our show. Jenna is one of the most diligent and gifted young actresses in the industry, and we consider ourselves fortunate to have her on our team. So, while there may be buzz surrounding such a large production, it’s not a reflection of our or her daily experiences.

Making movies is always a team effort, and it seems like the lead actor and scriptwriters of “Wednesday” are harmoniously collaborating. Let’s hope this synergy leads to a second season that matches the success of the first one.

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2024-09-13 17:37