Jenna Ortega on Denzel Washington

Jenna Ortega revealed in a recent interview with Vanity Fair that watching the Denzel Washington film 'Man on Fire' significantly influenced her decision to pursue acting, stating it 'changed the entire course of my existence.' She expressed gratitude for her younger self's aspirations and described how Dakota Fanning's performance in the film sparked her passion for the craft. Following this realization, her parents posted a video of her reading a monologue on Facebook, which led to her auditions in Los Angeles. Ortega is currently starring in the hit Netflix series 'Wednesday,' which has garnered over 250 million views and won four Emmys. As she prepares for season two of 'Wednesday,' she has been made an executive producer, after previously expressing her desire to contribute more significantly to the show's production. Ortega hinted that the upcoming season will have a more horror-inspired feel while still being suitable for younger audiences.