Jenna Ortega, breakout star of Wednesday, reveals the crushing weight of child stardom—how she once skipped meals and water just to avoid being a “bother” on set, driven by an early, fierce passion for acting that began at age seven. Her parents’ dismissal only fueled her stubborn determination, while Dakota Fanning’s poised professionalism became a guiding light. Her story is a raw, honest look at the sacrifices young actors make—and the urgent need to prioritize self-care, even when you’ve got it all figured out… until you don’t.

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