Jenna Ortega is an American actress who became one of the most recognisable young stars on the planet through Netflix’s Wednesday. A former child actress of Mexican and Puerto Rican heritage, she built her career role by role — Disney, network drama, acclaimed indie films and the Scream franchise — before Wednesday Addams made her a phenomenon.
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Jenna Marie Ortega |
| Born | 27 September 2002, Coachella Valley, California, USA |
| Age | 24 (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Actress, producer |
| Height | 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) |
| Known For | Wednesday, Scream, Jane the Virgin, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice |
| Net Worth (est.) | Around $5 million |
Early Life and Family
Ortega was born in California’s Coachella Valley, the fourth of six children. Her mother, Natalie, is a nurse of Mexican and Puerto Rican descent; her father, Edward, is of Mexican descent. A casting agent discovered her after her mother posted a Facebook video of a nine-year-old Jenna performing a monologue — within a year she was booking commercials and guest television roles, commuting to Los Angeles for auditions.
Child Star Years
Ortega’s first recurring acclaim came as young Jane in Jane the Virgin (2014–2019), and Disney Channel made her a lead in Stuck in the Middle (2016–2018) and the voice of Princess Isabel in Elena of Avalor. She deliberately pivoted to adult material with You (season 2), The Babysitter: Killer Queen and the school-shooting drama The Fallout (2021), which won her serious critical praise.
Wednesday and Horror Stardom
Parallel to leading the revived Scream franchise (2022 and 2023) and Ti West’s X, Ortega took the title role in Netflix’s Wednesday (2022). The series became one of the most-watched English-language shows in Netflix history; her deadpan performance — including the viral dance scene she helped choreograph — earned Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, and she returned as a producer for its second season. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) added another major hit.
Jenna Ortega Net Worth
Her net worth is commonly estimated at around $5 million, earned from a decade of television and film work and rising sharply since Wednesday. As with all such figures, published numbers are estimates that vary by source.
Personal Life and Advocacy
Ortega keeps relationships private and uses her platform for advocacy — she has spoken publicly about Latino representation in Hollywood, mental health, and her pride in her Mexican and Puerto Rican roots, and authored the 2021 book It’s All Love.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jenna Ortega?
She was born on 27 September 2002, making her 24 years old in 2026.
What is Jenna Ortega’s net worth?
Commonly estimated at around $5 million, from acting and endorsements — an estimate, not an official figure.
What is Jenna Ortega famous for?
Playing Wednesday Addams in Netflix’s Wednesday, plus the Scream films and Jane the Virgin.
What is Jenna Ortega’s heritage?
She is of Mexican and Puerto Rican descent and has spoken proudly about her Latina roots.
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Net worth and personal figures in this profile are based on publicly available sources and reputable published estimates, and may change over time.
