Jenna Ortega Is Unlearning Disney Channel Media Training to Set ‘Better Boundaries’

Jenna Ortega, the actress known for her roles in Disney Channel's "Stuck in the Middle" and Netflix's "Wednesday," has admitted that she is working on establishing "better boundaries" with the public. Ortega revealed this during an interview with "Happy Sad Confused" host Josh Horowitz. She recalled that when she was young and on Disney Channel, she underwent media training that emphasized the importance of always being polite and aware that every encounter with a fan was a special moment for them.

Ortega admitted that this advice has never left her, but she is now trying to apply the concept of setting boundaries, especially when it comes to agreeing to photos with strangers. She shared that she no longer agrees to photos with random grown men, and that taking a photo with a child can sometimes be overwhelming or awkward.

Ortega also admitted that she used to avoid asking for basic things on set, such as water, in order to avoid being a hindrance to the production. She admitted that this might have been a mistake, as it did not prioritize her own well-being.