Jenna Ortega Describes Social Media as Isolating for Younger Generation

Jenna Ortega has spoken candidly about the isolating effects of social media on younger generations, highlighting the challenges they face in finding a sense of self amid exposure to numerous voices and opinions online. She linked this issue to the themes of her Netflix show, Wednesday, which explores where people find community today, contrasting it with the more personal, in-person connections of the past, such as neighbors interacting in the 1970s. Ortega emphasized that young people struggle to discern what makes their voice unique and to find purpose or authority in today's society, as social media can often be overwhelming and isolating. The second season of Wednesday, executive produced by Tim Burton, is set to premiere in two parts starting in August, with Ortega's salary reportedly increasing significantly. Ortega also shared past negative experiences with social media and expressed her concerns about AI, underscoring her broader critique of digital culture's impact on youth. The show's popularity is attributed to its timely exploration of community and identity in the digital age.