In the grand tapestry of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Jenna Ortega has already set foot upon its storied landscapes and tasted its fame. During a recent interview, when "Entertainment Tonight" shared with the "Wednesday" actress their heartfelt wish to see Jenna Ortega join the Marvel fold, she was transported back in time, recalling a humble beginning in 2013's "Iron Man 3." "I've been there, done that," Ortega responded with a smile. "It was one of my very first jobs. However, all my lines ended up on the cutting room floor.
In 'Iron Man 3,' I was but a fleeting glimpse—a leg sticking out in a frame, portraying the daughter of a vice president." At this juncture, her "The Death of Unicorn" co-star Paul Rudd, a seasoned veteran of the MCU, chimed in, expressing his hope for Ortega's eventual return to Marvel's fold. "Marvel ismasterful at planting seeds," he said. "So, a comeback is entirely possible. They might even tailor a role just for you because they're incredibly fortunate to have Jenna Ortega on their roster." Nevertheless, the "Beetlejuice" actress remained nonchalant about the prospect. "They even omitted my name from the credits. I accepted it and moved on," she added with a shrug.
Since her fleeting appearance in "Iron Man 3" at the age of 11, Ortega has shone brightly in numerous projects, starring in several "Scream" films and the hit Netflix series "Wednesday." Starring Robert Downey Jr. as the iconic Tony Stark, "Iron Man 3" unfolded the tale of a formidable terrorist, The Mandarin, who shatters Tony's world and sends him on a journey of rebuilding and revenge. The film amassed over $1.2 billion at the global box office, cementing its place in cinematic history.
