Instagram/Jenna Ortega TV Jenna Ortega almost quit acting after Disney's Stuck in the Middle. Discover why she doubted her future and how she overcame the transition from child star. April 9, 2026 AceShowbiz - Jenna Ortega is now one of the most prominent actresses in the industry, but she almost stepped away from acting during her teenage years. The Emmy-nominated performer recently shared that after her stint on Disney Channel's Stuck in the Middle from 2016 to 2018, she considered quitting the profession altogether.