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“Leave Us Alone”: Jenna Ortega, 20, Hits Back at “Ridiculous” Johnny Depp, 60, Dating Rumors

Jessica Wilson

It seems that Johnny Depp and Jenna Ortega are not related but recently, they have become the talk of the town. After being spotted in each other’s company, two movie stars with a 40-year gap, set the rumor mill ablaze, triggering a wave of speculation. 

Some fans are firmly convinced that a romantic relationship is brewing between the 20-year-old actress and the 60-year-old actor. Feeling that things have gone too far, they both have spoken up, denying these ridiculous rumors. This article offers you details on that so keep scrolling down to learn more. 

They were seen together

Johnny Depp and Jenna Ortega Source: East News
Everything started when a gossip account falsely claimed that Depp and Ortega were seen together. This misinformation quickly spread across the internet, sparking widespread speculation. Some were convinced of a romantic involvement, while others speculated about a potential collaboration on Beetlejuice 2.

Jenna broke silence the rumors on Instagram

Jenna Ortega Source: Wednesday / MGM Television
The actress promptly cleared up any misunderstandings regarding her supposed relationship with the Pirates of the Caribbean actor. She took to her Instagram story and simply stated, “This is so ridiculous I can’t even laugh. I have never met or worked with Johnny Depp in my life. Please stop spreading lies and leave us alone.”

Johnny Depp also addressed the matter

Source: East News

Depp’s spokesperson clearly explained, leaving no room for uncertainty, “Mr. Depp has no personal or professional relationship with Ms. Ortega whatsoever. He has never met her or spoken to her. He is not involved in any project with her, nor does he intend to be. He is appalled by these baseless and malicious rumors that are intended to harm his reputation and career.”

They both have collaborated with Tim Burton

Source: Edward Scissorhands / Twentieth Century Fox
Jenna and Johnny do have a professional tie through Tim Burton, a connection that likely fueled some of the rumors. Depp has been a long standing favorite leading actor for Burton, while Ortega, a relative newcomer to Burton's cinematic world, recently took on the role of Wednesday Addams in Netflix's series Wednesday. Additionally, she's gearing up to join the cast of the highly anticipated Beetlejuice 2.
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