Jenna Ortega on Playing Wednesday Addams, Going to Disney Prom & Being Against All Dipping Sauces

Jenna talks about doing McDonalds commercials as a kid, not being into dipping food, Disney having a prom for their young stars, playing Wednesday Addams in the new Netflix show “Wednesday,” and working with Tim Burton and Christina Ricci.

About Jimmy Kimmel Live:

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[hermunkulus]

She did a good job for her first ever talk show. You can tell she's nervous which clearly indicates she's being herself which is great.

[lacoste]

I love how she said “I have no connection to Hollywood so I could only do commercials” - sight nod the nepotism in Hollywood.. she’s awesome

[jillclarke]

She's adorable and her Mom is amazing. Well done Mom

[angelslove]

Tim Burton just knows… he always finds true gems❤

[rebeccadavidson]

I love that you can tell she's not media trained and doesn't portray a celebrity in person. I hope she stays humble. She seems like an amazing person

[toryspelling]

I love Jenna's sense of humour, all her jokes are subtle but really funny, like when she says "I don't really dip things, I fully submerge" you can tell she's being funny just a little. And she delivers all her jokes with what appears to be full truthfulness xD

[Sheriff_K]

Her acting in Wednesday is phenomenal, no other way to state it..

[ArtCartersWrestlingLibrary]

I love watching her in interviews because you can tell that Hollywood hasn't ruined her yet. She's still down to earth and almost shy at times, unlike other Hollywood stars and starlets who are almost robotic in tone. She's what Hollywood needs, spontaneity.

[remi]

It's amazing that at a young age of 20 she already landed a great Netflix show with the greatest director most wantto work with! Tim Burton as her first big show is incredible

[Mistah]

It’s rare that a young actor/actress breaks out onto the scene and the majority of ppl like you immediately. Only those with talent, charisma, charm, and work ethic last in the spotlight. Jenna Ortega is one of those future stars with a career that will last because she only gets better with each project. From You, to Scream, X, and now Addams Family, this kid is going places. 💯

[antibullshit]

She seems very genuine and a breath of fresh air in Hollywood. Definitely keeping an eye out for her future projects

[waviyanlokss]

She’s being 100% honest about no one caring about her acting at school lol! I went to middle school with her and she would hang out with only 2 girls pretty much n people knew she was an actress but as she said I think no one thought she’d be as big as she is now, I’m proud of her tho she deserves it!!

[Michelle-DiPalo]

I know that she plays Wednesday, but she is ROCKING this Morticia look.

[Kmng]

Y'all better keep an eye on her for the next 10 to 20 years. She's gonna rule Hollywood someday especially in the horror genre. One of the most promising young actress working today

[CreepyGnocchi]

Shes definitely like a new era “it girl” she is normally awkward but naturally funny. Happy for her 👏

[hatezis]

this interview was very refreshing, this girl is real, authentic, no BS. love her and hope to see her in more things

[TakingPhotosAlongtheWay]

I love her, she is so raw and seems to have a dry sense of humour that is GREAT. doesn't seem fake or trying to impress!

[Toribonita]

The way he’s talking to her like she’s 6 years old lmao thank god she interviews so well

[ellam]

She's so cute and well spoken
The audience was so nice with her ❤️❤️ love that

[RabD]

I loved the archery scene.. "have you done archery, yeah only on live targets" lol such dry serious humour Jenna is a quality actress and I can't wait to see more of wednesday.