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Meet Jenna Ortega, the Latinx breakout star from Netflix’s ‘You’ season two

The Latina is definitely one to watch!


UPDATED FEBRUARY 5, 2020 5:54 PM EST

Netflix’s You season two is officially out and has everyone running to their TV’s and mobile devices ready to binge watch Joe’s latest misadventures. But fans of the show also have their eyes on another person this season, breakout actress Jenna Ortega.

The Latina has been on the small screen for quite sometime and has the acting chops to prove it. The actress is one of six tight-knit siblings from California and has more TV projects scheduled for release in 2020.

Below we’ve gathered everything you need to know about this actress on the rise.

Jenna Ortega and Cameron Boyce© @jennaortega

Jenna was friends with the late actor Cameron Boyce

In a social media post, the You actress shares how Cameron was “one of the nicest people” she’s ever met.

She recalled how she was on her way to an audition on the Disney film lot when she ran into him skateboarding outside.

He yelled out “Good luck! You’re gonna do awesome!

Jenna Ortega wearing Phenomenally Latina shirt© @jennaortega

Jenna is proud of her Latina heritage

Although the Jane the Virgin star was born in Coachella Valley in Palm Springs, California, she always remembers and pays homage to her Latina roots.

Jenna Ortega in Mardrid© @jennaortega

Jenna Ortega loves to travel

The Elena of Avalor voice actress loves to travel — having been to Madrid, Barcelona and Paris!

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Jenna is a strong believer in mental health

During Mental Health Awareness month, Jenna visited the We Rise Los Angeles mental health exhibit to show her support and recommeded that others attend.

Jenna Ortega and Penn Badgley on Netflix show 'You'© @jennaortega

Jenna is a seasoned actress

The You actress started acting in 2012, and in seven years since, she has garnered 30 acting credits.