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Jenna Ortega 'Would Go All Day' Without Food or Water as a Child Star
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- Jenna Ortega revealed that as a child actor, she often went entire days without eating or drinking to avoid being "in the way" on set, reflecting her intense focus and gratitude for the opportunity.
- She acknowledged that this behavior might have been a mistake, as she neglected her own well-being while maintaining a "game face" to avoid making mistakes.
- Ortega began her career early, starring in the Disney Channel series "Stuck in the Middle" at age 13, and also appeared in shows like "Richie Rich," "Jane the Virgin," "You," and "Elena of Avalor."
- Addressing stigmas about child stars, Ortega admitted that many of the negative perceptions are true, stemming from the pressures and motivations she experienced from a young age.
- Her ambition to act started at age seven, despite initial skepticism from her parents, and her determination has driven her continuous pursuit of an acting career.
