Jenna Ortega Discusses Beetlejuice Childhood Fears

Carson Daly's son, Jackson, continues to follow in his father's footsteps by interviewing stars like Jenna Ortega, Catherine O'Hara, and Justin Theroux for NBC Nightly News: Kids Edition. Jenna Ortega discussed her early fears of Beetlejuice, stemming from a childhood Halloween party, and shared how meeting Michael Keaton in character left her awestruck. The much-anticipated sequel, 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,' directed by Tim Burton, features returning stars Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O'Hara, with Jenna Ortega playing a pivotal new role. Ortega revealed that Burton offered her the role while they were working on 'Wednesday,' which led to the sequel's creation. Her admiration for Keaton and his transformative performance as Beetlejuice highlights the film's excitement and nostalgia.