Stardom often dazzles with its glitz and glamor, but fame comes at the cost of what celebrities value most—their privacy. This is especially true for those who enter the spotlight early in their careers, where the downsides often outweigh the benefits in unpredictable ways. A case in point is 21-year-old American actress Jenna Ortega, who began her rise to fame from Disney. Today, she is one of Hollywood's most sought-after stars, but her success has also brought about absurd rumors, such as the speculation about a secret romance with Johnny Depp.

Celebrity rumors often lack grounds, but this particular rumor mill would have been more than just a stretch, to say the least.

Jenna Ortega recently appeared on BuzzFeed Celeb's Puppy Interview to promote the highly anticipated release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, which has had fans on edge since the first look. Amidst the adorable chaos of puppies swarming around her, Ortega was asked some of the most popular fan questions, including the wildest rumor she encountered as a rising star. In a surprising revelation, she stunned everyone by admitting that the craziest rumor she heard was that she was in a “serious relationship with Johnny Depp.”

As if the rumor itself was not wild enough, Jenna Ortega added that some publications even claimed she and Depp wanted everyone to leave them alone. The Wednesday actress explained that she had never spoken to the press about the topic, yet outlets were quoting her as if she had. She also recounted a moment on set with Richard D. Grant, where he brought up the rumor. Ortega could only laugh it off, since she did not even know Depp personally.

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Though Ortega's rise to stardom has not shielded her from rumors and speculation, she was fortunately spared from any misconduct, thanks to her mother, who was always there with unwavering protection.

In a recent interview with The New York Times, Jenna Ortega was asked if she had seen Quiet on Set, the documentary about Nickelodeon child stars. Ortega revealed that she had not watched it, but mentioned that her mother had and even called her to discuss it. When asked if the documentary resonated with her mother, Ortega said it did not, explaining that it actually brought more "pain." She shared that her mother was extremely vigilant, watching over Ortega like "a hawk" on the sets.

On the other hand, Ortega’s mother also saw the darker side, where some children were not as protected or cared for. This made the experience more about empathy and wishing she could have done something to help. Ortega remembered her mother calling to express how grateful she was that everything turned out alright and that she was there to witness it all. Not just her mother—Ortega also seems relieved to have had someone watching over her.

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