In a recent development, American actress Jenna Ortega has taken to social media to address the swirling rumors regarding her alleged romantic involvement with actor Johnny Depp.
The speculations about a budding romance between the 20-year-old Ortega and the 60-year-old Depp gained traction when a popular celebrity gossip account, boasting two million followers, suggested that the two might be an item. The rumors indicated that they might have crossed paths while potentially working on the sequel to Tim Burton's iconic film, "Beetlejuice."
The upcoming film notably features Ortega as the daughter of actress Winona Ryder's character.
Seeking to set the record straight, Jenna Ortega turned to Instagram to dismiss the dating rumors as "ridiculous" and urged everyone to refrain from spreading unfounded stories. In a recent Instagram Story, the "Wednesday" star emphasized that she has never met or collaborated with Johnny Depp, firmly stating, "Please stop spreading lies and leave us alone."
Adding clarity to the situation, a representative for Johnny Depp also dismissed the dating speculations. The spokesperson affirmed that the "Pirates Of The Caribbean" star maintains no personal or professional relationship with Jenna Ortega and has never had the opportunity to meet or converse with her.
Furthermore, the spokesperson emphasized that Johnny Depp is not engaged in any project involving Jenna Ortega and has no intentions of doing so. They expressed Depp's deep dismay at the baseless and malicious rumors, which are perceived as an attempt to tarnish his reputation and jeopardize his career.
The origins of these rumors trace back to June of the previous year when Johnny Depp's name appeared on a cast list for "Beetlejuice 2" through a Google search. It's worth noting that these speculations coincided with the conclusion of Depp's defamation trial with his ex-wife, Amber Heard.
With Jenna Ortega's unequivocal denial and Johnny Depp's spokesperson addressing the matter, it becomes evident that the dating rumors lack any substantial foundation and should be regarded as unfounded speculation.
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