Hollywood writer and producer Steven DeKnight has slammed Jenna Ortega for her criticism of the writer of the hit Netflix series, “Wednesday.”
He slammed the actor in a series of tweets, saying that his negative comments about the writer’s work were “out of line and toxic.” The writer also pointed out that he would feel hurt if the show’s actors criticized his acting ability in public.
Following his comments, fans of the show reacted with mixed opinions, some supporting DeKnight while others sided with Ortega.
Read on to learn more.
Jenna Ortega’s Statement ‘Overwhelming And Toxic’
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Taking to Twitter DeKnight slammed Ortega’s comments about not being satisfied with the writer’s work during his appearance on a recent episode of Dax Shepard’s podcast.
The actor was very critical of his “Wednesday” character, claiming on the show that many of his lines didn’t make sense to him and he changed a few at one point.
DeKnight, who has scripted several hit series including, “Buffy The Vampire Slayer,” and “Smallville” felt that Ortega’s comments were “out of line and toxic” even though he has been a fan of her work.
“I love talking to actors about their lines/stories,” the “Daredevil” writer. tweeted. “But based on the nature of the beast, they don’t have a full picture of where the story is going and why some lines are needed for the whole thing to make sense.”
Although DeKnight also said that Ortega is “young” and probably doesn’t “know better,” he insists that he would be hurt if the show’s cast criticized his ability to act in public.
The writer said, “He should also ask himself how he would feel if a contestant gave an interview and talked about how difficult he was and refused to do the material.”
Why Jenna Ortega Changed Lines On ‘Wednesday’
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Speaking on Shepard’s podcast, Ortega said he doesn’t think he’s “ever put down.” [her] legs down more on a set that way [she] had to on Wednesday,” per Daily Mail.
The actor cited several instances when the storyline didn’t appeal to him, including one about “he’s in a love triangle.”
He admitted to being almost “unprofessional in a sense” during filming by changing lines without warning anyone, only to later explain his reasoning to them.
He said he changed the script because he was worried it would be ‘boring’ and wouldn’t resonate with audiences, especially by making his character more likable.
“You can’t carry a story and have no emotion because it’s boring and nobody likes you,” said the actor, “When you’re a kid and you say really horrible, offensive things, it’s funny and endearing. But then you become a teenagers, and it’s bad, and you know it. No excuses.”
Fans React To Steven DeKnight’s Comments
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Ortega’s comments have since generated a range of reactions online, fueled further by Steven DeKnight’s critical remarks about him.
Although Ortega has yet to react, fans and viewers of the show have posted their thoughts. Some supported the “Spartacus” writer, saying he was right to call out the actress for publicly “dumping” her colleague.
“Your position on this issue has been clear from the beginning: Don’t Publicly Dump Your Colleagues. Anyone who doesn’t get it at this point is either not paying attention, or is deliberately trying to screw up,” one Said a Twitter user.
However, some individuals criticized DeKnight for his opinion of the 20-year-old “The Addams Family” spin-off star.
One person written“Jenna is ‘Entitled’ to her opinion, and you’re a little worried about what else she might share.”
‘Wednesday’
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In the end, the comedy-horror series turned out to be a huge hit regardless of the drama that might have happened on set.
Following its debut on Netflix in November 2022, “Wednesday” became the second most-watched series on the streaming platform written in English within three weeks of its release.
It received mostly positive reviews from critics, and Ortega was also praised for his performance. She received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress – Television Series Musical or Comedy and a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series.
Ortega was also nominated for the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards (Family) Favorite Female TV Star, eventually winning the prize on March 4, 2023, in its 36th edition.
The actress will reprise her role in the series following the show’s cast announcing its renewal in January 2023. Meanwhile, they have yet to share details about the air date or cast.
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