Jenna Ortega Dispels Johnny Depp Dating Buzz Amid Beetlejuice Sequel Rumors
When Hollywood’s rumor mill is in full swing, it spares no one. The latest being Jenna Ortega, the leading face of the upcoming Beetlejuice sequel, and Johnny Depp. Speculations caught fire after both stars were said to be involved in Tim Burton’s anticipated sequel to the cult classic. Ortega, however, has swiftly addressed the rumors and, in no uncertain terms, clarified her professional stance.
What the Gossip Mill Churned Out
It all began with Deuxmoi, a noted celebrity gossip account, which hinted that the 20-year-old star and the 60-year-old Pirates of the Caribbean legend were seen together. Their supposed meet-up fueled whispers of them working jointly on the Beetlejuice sequel.
The waters were further muddied when fans began their own sleuthing. Johnny Depp’s name started appearing in Google search results for the sequel’s cast. This detail, although minor, added an extra layer to the ongoing speculations.
Ortega’s Swift Rebuttal
In a time when celebrities often stay silent on rumors, Jenna Ortega chose to directly address the matter. Through her Instagram Stories, she called out the ‘ridiculous’ nature of the allegations, emphasizing that she had never met or collaborated with Depp.
“This is so ridiculous I can’t even laugh,” Jenna voiced her disbelief, before adding, “I have never met or worked with Johnny Depp in my life. Please stop spreading lies and leave us alone.”
Backing Ortega’s stance, an insider close to Johnny Depp also debunked the dating rumors, telling TooFab, “Depp is not dating Ortega.”
Looking Forward to Beetlejuice’s Return
While the Depp-Ortega narrative might be off the mark, there’s no denying the buzz surrounding the Beetlejuice sequel. Ortega is geared up to portray the daughter of Winona Ryder’s iconic character, Lydia. Fans of the original will be ecstatic to know that Michael Keaton is set to bring Beetlejuice back to the silver screen.
Whispers also hint at the return of Catherine O’Hara. Alongside her, stars like Justin Theroux and Filipe Cates are believed to be joining the ensemble. The film, which commenced shooting earlier this year, is pegged for a September 6, 2024 release.
Source: Toofab
