People·October 22, 2026 at 4:35 PM EDT·2 sources
Jenna Ortega Does Not Read Reviews, Watch Her Own Movies or Check the Box Office — and Plans to ‘Be Off TV for a While’ After ‘Wednesday’ Ends
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What happened
- Jenna Ortega said she does not watch her own movies, read reviews or check the box office.
- After wrapping “Wednesday” Season 3, Ortega said she will “probably be off the TV for a while.”
- Ortega said she wants to leave time to explore other roles and opportunities.
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Season 3
Why it matters
Ortega’s plans could affect casting expectations and scheduling around a prominent Netflix series, while illustrating talent-management considerations for media companies.
What to watch. “Wednesday” Season 3 and Ortega’s next roles.
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- First reported by VarietyOct 22Jenna Ortega Does Not Read Reviews, Watch Her Own Movies or Check the Box Office — and Plans to ‘Be Off TV for a While’ After ‘Wednesday’ Ends
- Deadline reportsOct 22Jenna Ortega Plans To “Be Off The TV For A While” After ‘Wednesday’ Season 3
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