Jenna Ortega Feels 'Incredibly Misunderstood' and Says Even Her Name Feels Like It 'Doesn't Belong' to Her Anymore

Jenna Ortega Feels 'Incredibly Misunderstood' and Says Even Her Name Feels Like It 'Doesn't Belong' to Her Anymore

Mike Coppola/MG25/Getty Jenna Ortegais opening up about feeling "incredibly misunderstood" in Hollywood. The 22-year-oldWednesdayactress sat down for an interview withThe Hollywood Reporterand, when asked if she thinks the public's persona of her is accurate, she responded with a resounding "not at all." "I think that's part of my struggle with that side of the job, because you feel incredibly misunderstood," she explained. "It's almost to a point where it feels like your name doesn't belong to you. I almost don't even resonate with it anymore." "I hate assumptions, and a big part of this job is that people are going to make assumptions about you," she added. Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty WednesdaydirectorTim Burton, who was also participating in the interview, admitted he "miss[es] the days of mystery … when you didn't know everything about actors." "We know too much," Ortega agreed. "And the people feel entitled to those bits and pieces of your life where if they were put under the same microscope, they wouldn't feel nearly as comfortable," she added. "Sometimes you go out, and it's a mess," she said. "And other times, I could be walking for hours and no one gives a s---. If you really want to go unseen, you can do it." As for when fans recognize her on the street, Ortega said she's "always scared." "Somebody shouting your name in public is insane," she shared. "Sometimes I feel uncomfortable when it's grown men approaching me." Ortega also revealed that "sometimes people shout vile things." "Like, you don't stop for somebody because you're going to be late for something and they're calling you a 'c--- w----' in front of your mother," she said. "It's horrific." Jonathan Hession/Netflix Netflix announced on Wednesday, July 23, thatWednesdaywill return for a third season. The second season of theAddams Family-inspired series arrives in two parts, on Aug. 6 and Sept. 3. The first season ofWednesday, which streamed in 2023, earned rave reviews and amassed a huge fandom. The show, Ortega and Burton all landed Emmy nominations for season 1 as well. Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Wednesdayreturns for season 3 on Netflix in two parts, first on Aug. 6 and then on Sept. 3. Read the original article onPeople

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July 23, 2025

Jenna Ortega Feels 'Incredibly Misunderstood' and Says Even Her Name Feels Like It 'Doesn't Belong' to Her Anymore

Jenna Ortega Feels 'Incredibly Misunderstood' and Says Even Her Name Feels Like It 'Doesn't Belong' to Her Anymore Mike ...

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How did new 'Daily Show' host do? Our quick take on Josh Johnson's debut

How did new 'Daily Show' host do? Our quick take on Josh Johnson's debut

He's the freshest face in late-night, even as thefuture of the genre is in question. Josh Johnson, the newest addition to"The Daily Show's"rotating cast of hosts, took his debut turn behind the anchor desk of the Comedy Central late-night show on Tuesday, July 22. The comedian, 35, spent his premiere episode poking fun at PresidentDonald Trump's refusal to release the "Epstein Files," hypothesizing that recent news releases around a remixed Coca-Cola recipe or the president's health were mere ploys by the administration to distract angry supporters. A popular stand-up comedian, Johnson brought the same "did he really say that?" sensibility that "The Daily Show" (weeknights, 11 ET/PT) has become known for, but added his own youthful spin. His monologue was characterized by a more straightforward disbelief, in contrast to longtime hostJon Stewart'smore verbose and at times wonky takes. Stewart now helms the show every Monday night. 'The Daily Show' gets new hostamid late-night upheaval A writer on "Daily" since 2017 and a member of the on-screen news team since 2024, Johnson is just two years younger than Stewart was when he first took the reins of the Comedy Central program in 1999, succeeding original host Craig Kilborn. Unlike Stewart, though, he enters a late-night (and political) landscapedefined by upheaval.The popularity of streaming services and younger viewers' penchant for short-form video on social media has cut into the robust audiencelate-night television once enjoyed.That reality reached a fever pitch this month when "The Late Show" hostStephen Colbert announcedthat CBS' parent company, Paramount, hadpulled the plug on the network's storied late-night franchiseand, by proxy, his hosting gig. He will remain on the air until May 2026. Paramount also owns Comedy Central, and Stewart has voiced his uncertainty about the future of "Daily." "This is not the moment to give in. I'm not giving in! I'm not going anywhere – I think,"he quippedon a recent episode while commenting on Colbert's firing. Stephen Colbert is out at CBS.Is all of late-night TV officially doomed? Is Johnson the right man for the "Daily" job in this chaotic moment? Unlike many current late-night comedians, his popularity is derived both from stand-up gigs and a TikTok account boasting 2.2 million followers, with clips that often go viral. During his first episode, he flexed both a comedic and serious tone, delivering a punchline-heavy monologue that delighted audience members before welcoming fiction and poetry writer Rob Franklin later in the show fora detailed discussion of race and class in America. Johnson, who is in the midst of a national stand-up tour, will host more shows this week, sitting behind the desk on July 23 and 24. He is part of a rotating roster of hosts that includes Stewart as well as comedians Ronny Chieng, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, and Desi Lydic. In 2024 Stewart signed on to part-time host and executive produce the series through at least December 2025. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:How did new 'Daily Show' host do? Our take on Josh Johnson's debut

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How did new 'Daily Show' host do? Our quick take on Josh Johnson's debut

How did new 'Daily Show' host do? Our quick take on Josh Johnson's debut He's the freshest face in late-night, even as thefu...

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Survivor Legend Says He’s 'Pissed' He Wasn’t Invited Back for Season 50

Survivor Legend Says He's 'Pissed' He Wasn't Invited Back for Season 50

Survivor Legend Says He's 'Pissed' He Wasn't Invited Back for Season 50originally appeared onParade. Survivorfan-favoriteRupert Bonehamis sharing his candid thoughts about not being asked back forSurvivor 50: In The Hands of The Fans. The four-time contestant said in aninterview withTheThingsthat he is "hurt" and "pissed" about not being contacted for the monumental, all-returnee season. "Oh my gosh. Why wouldn't you have me on50? If you can't tell, I'm a little pissed they didn't ask me." he said. "I was so shocked and hurt and pissed that they wouldn't even consider me." He also said he was "confused" by the decision given he is one of the most popular contestants to ever play the game. "For years, when you would pull up Wikipedia onSurvivor. For years, the only thing they would talk about was me." he claimed. In aninterview withEntertainment Weekly,SurvivorhostJeff Probstsaid roughly 200 former players were contacted about participating inSurvivor 50, though only 24 made it onto the cast. "We went from 200 on a list to 100, to 80, to 50. And then those last 26, they were brutal cuts," he said. "And they still are. There are so many people we could have put out there, but there are only so many people you can put on the show." When asked which players we would've liked to have seen on season 50, Boneham said there were lots of people he'd like to see play again, but that he struggled to name specific players since he couldn't look past his own exclusion. "I have trouble looking past them not even giving me the chance." he said. However, he did note that his winner pick for the season was hisSurvivor: All-StarscastmateJenna Lewis. "I always liked Jenna... I hope she does well. I would love to see her come back and win the whole thing. She sure deserves it." he said. Despite the disappointment of not being selected forSurvivor 50, Boneham still has a deep passion and love for the show. "I loved playingSurvivor. I was a fan ofSurvivorfrom the first time I saw it. In Indiana, in February, I played a state fairSurvivorin an eight-foot by 10-foot hut for ten days with ten people and made it to the end. I used that for my audition video going into the real game. I have always lovedSurvivor." 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Survivor Legend Says He's 'Pissed' He Wasn't Invited Back for Season 50first appeared on Parade on Jul 23, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Jul 23, 2025, where it first appeared.

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July 23, 2025

Survivor Legend Says He’s 'Pissed' He Wasn’t Invited Back for Season 50

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Bear mauling prompts large rescue response, hiker in stable condition

Bear mauling prompts large rescue response, hiker in stable condition

A hiker was rescued after reportedly getting attacked by a brown bear along a trail in Alaska, according to the Anchorage Fire Department. On Tuesday at approximately 3 p.m., officials responded to 911 calls from a hiker "reporting they were mauled by a bear and needed help as soon as possible," the fire department said in astatement. The attack occurred about two miles up the Dome Trail in Anchorage, the local police department confirmed to ABC News. The female hiker -- who has not been identified by officials -- reported that she "could not get out" on her own "due to injuries sustained in the mauling," the fire department said. The woman provided directions to her location on the trail and remained on the phone with officials while they scanned the area to locate her, according to police. Firefighters and paramedics responded to the scene, with drones deployed to help find the hiker, according to officials. Once she was located, she was rescued with a helicopter and transported to a local hospital with "what we believe to be non-life-threatening injuries," police said. MORE: 89-year-old man and dog killed in bear attacks in Florida: Officials Police told ABC News the hiker is in stable condition as of Wednesday and that, at this time, they "will not be sharing her name with the public." The brown bear ran off after the incident, the fire department noted in its statement. As of Tuesday night, Alaska Fish & Game was still trying to locate the bear. Officials said hikers in Anchorage are "encouraged to file trip plans with friends or family prior to trekking off into the great outdoors" and recommend people leave a copy of their trip plans underneath their vehicle's windshield. "Information regarding your planned route can be invaluable as we try to locate you in case of an emergency," the fire department said. With both black and brown bears living within the municipality of Anchorage, the local parks and recreation department provides tips to keep in mind while recreating in any park or trail in the area, including to remain in groups, make noise, carry bear spray, leash all dogs and to never run from a bear. "Stop, group up, talk to the bear and let it know you are human," Anchorage Parks and Recreation said on itswebsite. According to theNational Park Service, the majority of bear attacks occur not because the animal is hunting a human, but when it feels threatened or is protecting its young. The only exception is if the bear is "suffering from very severe starvation," the NPS said on its website.

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Bear mauling prompts large rescue response, hiker in stable condition

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UN's top court says all countries have to act against climate change. Here are the key takeaways.

UN's top court says all countries have to act against climate change. Here are the key takeaways.

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The United Nations' top court has issued alandmark advisory opinionon climate change, its 15-black-robed judges weighing in for the first time on what the court's president called "an existential problem of planetary proportions that imperils all forms of life and the very health of our planet." The International Court of Justice's unanimous non-binding opinion, which runs to over 500 pages, was immediately hailed by activists as a turning point in international climate law. After years of lobbying by island nations who fear they coulddisappear under rising sea waters, the U.N. General Assembly asked the court in 2023 to answer two questions: What are countries obliged to do under international law to protect the climate and environment from human-caused greenhouse gas emissions? And what are the legal consequences for governments when their acts, or lack of action, have significantly harmed the climate and environment? Here are some of the key points from the opinion delivered Wednesday. A healthy planet is a basic human right In a simple statement that could have profound legal ramifications, the court said everyone is entitled to a habitable planet. "The human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment is therefore inherent in the enjoyment of other human rights," court President Yuji Iwasawa said during a two-hour hearing. A livable planet is a human right and is part of international customary law, meaning every country is obliged to protect it, not just countries that have signed climate treaties and other agreements. Violating international law A failure to address climate change, the court said, could be a violation of international law. That matters because it applies to all countries and paves the way for legal actions, including states returning to the ICJ to hold each other to account; domestic lawsuits; and investment agreements that have to conform to international law. "With today's authoritative historic ruling, the International Court of Justice has broken with business-as-usual and delivered a historic affirmation: Those suffering the impacts of climate devastation have a right to remedy and full reparation," said Joie Chowdhury, a senior attorney at the Center for International Environmental Law. Payback time? The court ruled that some countries or individuals suffering from the effects of climate change could be eligible for compensation. For climate damage linked to greenhouse gas emissions, "restitution may take the form of reconstructing damaged or destroyed infrastructure, and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity," the court said. If that's not possible, financial compensation could be assessed, though the judges conceded it "may be difficult to calculate, as there is usually a degree of uncertainty with respect to the exact extent of the damage caused." Activists hailed that part of the decision as a historic turning point in their search for justice. "The ICJ's decision brings us closer to a world where governments can no longer turn a blind eye to their legal responsibilities. It affirms a simple truth of climate justice: Those who did the least to fuel this crisis deserve protection, reparations, and a future," said Vishal Prasad, director of Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change. Climate refugees While the court's opinion is far-reaching, no one expects it to immediately solve the problems created by climate change. The judges noted that people may be forced to flee their homes to escape the dangers posed by climate change and countries are obliged to not turn away climate refugees when their lives are endangered. If a country disappears under rising ocean levels, that country doesn't cease to exist, they said. For the Pacific Island nations that pushed for the opinion, the threat is real. Since 1993,sea levels around Vanuatu's shoreshave risen by about 6 millimeters (.24 inches) per year — significantly faster than the global average — and in some areas, tectonic activity has doubled that rate.

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July 23, 2025

UN's top court says all countries have to act against climate change. Here are the key takeaways.

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