Jenna Ortega has nothing but praise for her Wednesday co-star Emma Myers

Jenna Ortega can only sing the praises of her Wednesday co-star Emma Myers, and their off-screen friendship mirrors the strong bond that their characters enjoy on-screen. Ortega, who plays Wednesday Addams in the Netflix comedy series, has freely spoken about her admiration for Myers, who plays Enid Sinclair, Wednesday's perky roommate at Nevermore Academy.

Their friendship and mutual respect have been discussed in several interviews, highlighting the depth of their bond both on and off the set. Ortega has called Myers "beautiful and wonderful" and revealed how she made an extra effort to make Myers' mornings brighter on set.

Ortega told Variety, as reported on April 3:

“I think Emma and I have a similar professional stance and understanding of our job, so anytime we shot together, we could trust things to go completely smoothly. She makes my job so much easier.”

She continued:

“Season 1, we hit the ground running; Wednesday is pulled in every direction, and with Emma, shooting was just perfect. We also bonded over uncomfortable skin-tight cat costumes and taking naps on the floor of our tent during long days. We just understand each other. She became a sister of mine very quickly.”

From her end, Myers has spoken of her admiration for Ortega's acting skills and kindness as a scene partner. In addition to the success of Wednesday, their friendship has also become a buzzing topic among fans.

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Jenna Ortega's protective friendship with Emma Myers

Jenna Ortega has revealed how her friendship with Emma Myers grew while working on Wednesday in Romania.

On Armchair Expert podcast, Ortega stated,

"I don’t think I’ve ever been so protective of somebody. I think about her all the time. I only ever want to make sure she’s OK and good".

She went on to say that their relationship was natural.

"We get along so naturally. I’m so easily comfortable around her".

Ortega also shared a special morning routine she did with Myers while filming,

"I used to wake up every day in Romania and before I was even conscious, I would do voice memos and I would sing her a new song every day, talking about how beautiful and wonderful she was and how she was gonna have the best day ever. I’ve never had that desire or urge for anybody else.”

This gesture highlights the genuine care Ortega felt for Myers. The crew of the show looked out for each other when they were in Romania, with Ortega commenting that they "mothered one another." She said,

"They would wait for me after I wrapped shooting to go for walks, or they would cook me dinner, or they would clean apartments."

This camaraderie was shared by Myers as well, who, according to Ortega, was "a sweetheart" and "a real person".

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Emma Myers on acting with Jenna Ortega in Wednesday

Emma Myers has reflected her respect for Jenna Ortega in her interviews as well. When talking to Variety, Myers reported,

"Jenna is very much like Wednesday. But because I’m not much like Enid, we don’t have the same dynamic in real life—me poking at her constantly, her brushing me off. We get along so well; I love Jenna. She’s one of my closest friends."

Myers complimented Ortega on being able to express emotions even while performing a character who is famous for her deadpan expression. When interviewed by Popternative, she stated,

"Jenna is amazing to work with because for a character that's so deadpan and monotone and really not supposed to be showing very much, you can read every emotion and every thought she has in her eyes. She gives you so much,"

Though their on-screen relationship is characterized by opposite energies—Wednesday's dark nature and Enid's sunny optimism—their off-screen friendship is based on respect and understanding. Myers told Variety that although their off-screen dynamic is different from their characters, it is just as significant:

"I think we have a different dynamic off-screen, but I still don’t think it’s any less important or deep or beautiful than Enid and Wednesday’s".

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On-screen chemistry that resonates

Wednesday Addams and Enid Sinclair have contrasting personalities that become foils to each other while contributing to the development of a close friendship throughout, which makes for an interesting watch. This rapport is a result of Ortega and Myers having a real-life connection.

Their on-screen relationship has been theorized on by fans, with many hoping that it could turn romantic. Answering this question in an interview with Pride, Ortega replied,

"In a perfect world, we would have been a thing".

Myers made the same point in a joke by referencing an old viral Vine:

"I always say, ‘And they were roommates!'"

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Jenna Ortega's praise of Emma Myers emphasizes the real rapport between these two actresses. From guarding instincts to daily affirmation while on set, Ortega has exhibited great care for her co-star. On the other hand, Myers has lauded Ortega as an exceptional actor and scene partner.