Jenna Ortega is getting that sporty bag!
Although he started his acting career as a child actor, it wasn’t until he starred in Disney’s “Stuck in the Middle” that he found success. With him starring as the protagonist of the popular Netflix series “Wednesday” last year, his life has taken a new turn for the better.
In addition to earning the respect of her colleagues for playing the role of Wednesday Addams well, Ortega has also now been signed as the newest global ambassador of the prestigious sportswear brand Adidas.
Adidas Signing Jenna Ortega To Bring In Gen Z Demographic For Sportswear Brand
As the new global ambassador for Adidas, Ortega is slated to be the face of an as-yet-unannounced label under the brand’s umbrella. Called “Adidas Sportswear,” the never-before-seen product marks the first new label launched by the German company in more than five decades.
Adidas coincidentally announced the signing on Wednesday with a photo of the “Yes Day” actress wearing a new look from the brand. While the top is a long-sleeved purple and black striped jersey, the bottom includes a purple tracksuit and white sneakers with the brand’s signature three stripes.
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“This is why Adidas is better,” wrote one stan under the Instagram announcement post, while another stated, “where can I buy this? Take my money!” A third person commented, “Always been a huge Adidas fan but this has become a bigger fan,” and a fourth said it was an “instant cop.”
Ortega shared the good news on his Instagram Story, highlighting that he was “So excited to join the @adidas family!!” The Golden Globe Award nominee also issued a statement that WWD reported, and it reads:
“My love for Adidas is a love that goes back a long time. It has always had such a presence in sports, music and culture and continues to be an innovator in many ways. Growing up for me, it had to be Adidas shoes and Ts of choice.”
The 20-year-old added that his wardrobe now “consists of three iconic stripes.” “I feel very honored to be a part of this legendary family of changemakers and to be the face of its new label. Can’t wait to show you all,” Ortega concluded.
A separate statement from Brian Grevy, a member of Adidas’ executive board, said that the company is “always looking at ways we can push the boundaries in both sport and culture,” reinforcing their decision to sign Ortega as a global ambassador.
Grevy went on to say the brand targets “progressive and passionate next-generation pioneers who are making waves around the world,” and that the actress’ “fresh and creative way of thinking” draws them to her.
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With this signing, Adidas aims to capture Gen Z consumers, with the first collection of Adidas Sportswear to be released on February 9 through their website.
‘Wednesday’ Star Faces Criticism For Filming While Ill With COVID-19
The Blast observed that Ortega came under fire after he revealed that he wasn’t in the best shape during the filming of the beloved “Wednesday” dance scene. The scene went viral on social media platforms thanks to the actress’s unflinching facial expressions as she choreographed the dance with some unusual but delightful moves.
Detailing the events leading up to that moment during the interview, “The Little Rascals Save the Day” star revealed that she woke up in pain. Ortega said, “It was crazy because it was my first day with COVID, so it was horrible to film. Yeah, I woke up and – it’s weird, I never get sick, and when I get sick, it’s not that bad – I get sick body.”
The “Elena and the Secret of Avalor” actress went on to share that she was given medication to help her condition and was allowed to film the scene because she had not yet received a positive result for COVID-19.
Both Ortega and Netflix faced immediate backlash, with one person claiming that the move was a “dangerous, unethical, and very selfish thing, both on his part and on the part of the director and producer.”
The beloved scene is part of the series’ fourth episode and sees the cast dancing to The Champs’ 1981 punk hit, “Goo Goo Muck,” from their “Psychedelic Jungle” album.
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