Netflix’s Wednesday Season 2 just got a major dose of star power with Lady Gaga joining the cast—and Jenna Ortega (aka everyone’s favorite deadpan teen, Wednesday Addams) is still pinching herself over the collaboration. During a chat at the South by Southwest Film Festival, Ortega opened up about working alongside the Grammy-winning icon and director Tim Burton, calling the experience “strangely magical.”
“She’s a Sweetheart But Don’t Expect Predictable”
Ortega couldn’t stop gushing about Gaga’s unexpected charm. “She’s one of the most talented people I’ve ever worked with,” the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice star shared. “Being on set with her and Tim Burton—two legends I’ve idolized forever—felt surreal. But here’s the twist: Gaga’s super humble and down-to-earth. It’s wild! You never know what to expect from her, except that she’ll be kind and genuine.”
Fans might’ve expected the pair to bond over Wednesday’s viral dance craze—remember when TikTok exploded with fans syncing Ortega’s spooky moves to Gaga’s Bloody Mary? Surprisingly, the topic never came up. “We didn’t talk about it!” Ortega admitted with a laugh. “We were all just focused on making her feel welcome. Spoiler alert: she nailed it.”
Gaga Mystery Role & Secret Adoration for Ortega
Netflix is keeping Gaga’s role tighter than Wednesday’s braids, but the Bad Romance singer did drop a hint about her time on set. “I don’t want to spoil anything,” Gaga told Entertainment Weekly, “but Jenna’s incredible. It was an absolute blast working with her.”
Jenna Ortega Wednesday” Season 2
Why This Collab Feels Like kismet
Season 1 of Wednesday became a pop culture phenomenon, partly thanks to Ortega’s now-iconic dance to The Cramps’ Goo Goo Muck. When fans swapped the track for Gaga’s Bloody Mary, the trend blew up so big that even Gaga noticed—paving the way for this full-circle moment.
What’s Next?
While details about Season 2 are scarce, one thing’s clear: with Gaga’s star power and Ortega’s fierce dedication, the Addams Family reboot is about to get even darker, weirder, and more unforgettable.
Wednesday Season 1 is streaming now on Netflix. Grab your black eyeliner and brace for Season 2!
Source: IndieWire, Entertainment Weekly
