Jenna Ortega has opened up about the tougher side of growing up in Hollywood, saying that as a child actor she would go entire days without asking for food or water so she would not be "in the way of anybody." In an interview with Esquire, the Wednesday star described how she adapted quickly when her career began in the early 2010s. Ortega, who also said she could not think of one mistake she made as a child performer, credited that mindset for helping her navigate the industry at a young age. She reflected on the lengths she went to in order to avoid causing trouble on set, a habit she now recognizes as a difficult part of child stardom. The actress did not elaborate on whether those experiences have shaped her current approach to work, but her comments shed light on the pressures young performers often face.