Viral Stories Jenna Ortega Responds to Speculation About Alleged Romantic Involvement with Johnny Depp by Bella Monroe May 28, 2025 written by Bella Monroe May 28, 2025 0 comments 2.3K Actress Jenna Ortega emphatically refuted dating rumors linking her to Johnny Depp, despite their shared history of working with director Tim Burton. In a recent BuzzFeed video, the 21-year-old addressed the most outlandish rumor she’s encountered: claims of a “serious relationship” with the 61-year-old actor. Notably, Ortega challenged the authenticity of a previous Instagram story where she allegedly denied the speculation. “It’s so insane to me,” she said. “I never spoke on that. Articles really do just make up their own quotes, but I thought that was pretty hilarious.” The rumor gained such traction that her “Death of a Unicorn” co-star Richard E. Grant inquired about it on set. “He came up to me and just said, ‘Oh, so you and Johnny?'” Ortega recounted. “I laughed because I don’t know that person.” Rumors circulated that Johnny Depp would star alongside Jenna Ortega in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures Both actors have collaborated with Burton, with Ortega starring in Netflix’s “Wednesday” and the upcoming “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” (releasing September 6), while Depp has appeared in iconic Burton films like “Edward Scissorhands” and “Alice in Wonderland.” In a separate interview with The New York Times, Ortega revealed she left X (formerly Twitter) after receiving AI-generated, inappropriate images of herself as a child. She also discussed the challenges of maintaining privacy while rising to fame. Jenna Ortega has dismissed rumors she’s dating Johnny Depp. Credit: Alamy “I was a private person, and I prefer to be a private person,” she explained. “I’m so underdeveloped! My prefrontal cortex isn’t even fully there yet, technically.” What do you think about this story? Have you ever experienced something similar or have an interesting take to add? Share this article with your friends and followers on social media. Tag someone who needs to see this and let’s hear what they think! #worldnews Share 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail Bella Monroe Bella Monroe is an entertainment reporter with exclusive interviews with Hollywood's biggest stars. She covers the latest in music, film, and viral internet trends. She graduated with a degree in Journalism from NYU and has been featured in top entertainment outlets. previous post Billie Eilish Experiences Significant Social Media Backlash Following Follower Decline next post Former Tennessee Police Officer Maegan Hall Secures Unexpected Employment, Sources Indicate You may also like The Mystery of Amy Bradley July 9, 2026 A rare albino buffalo nicknamed “Donald Trump” has... May 25, 2026 12-Year-Old Girl Swam Nearly 6 Kilometers Through Rough... May 20, 2026 Urban Birds Are More Afraid of Women Than... May 20, 2026 South Korean Soldiers Are Spending Their Military Salaries... May 20, 2026 20-Year-Old Lottery Winner Rejects $1 Million Lump Sum... May 20, 2026 Meghan Markle: From Hollywood Actress to Royal Spotlight... April 21, 2026 Steve-O Speaks Out on Bam Margera: “You’re Dying,... April 8, 2026 Little boy in this photo is now the... March 30, 2026 The comedian has been slammed online after posting... March 27, 2026