Summary
The excitement surrounding season two ofNetflix’ssmash-hitWednesdaywas taken to a new level recently when it was confirmed that Lady Gaga would be part of the cast. The popular musician has proven herself a talented actress throughout her career in Hollywood, and people are now excited about what she could do in this show.
There is very little information known about what Lady Gaga will be doing inWednesday, but there is certainly plenty of attention on the possibility. Interestingly, lead actress Jenna Ortega had pitched a role for her to play before she was even cast, which would be perfect.
What Did Jenna Ortega suggest?
Lady Gaga has been attached toWednesdayfor a while now, but that was ultimately out of her hands. Whenshe recreated the famousWednesdaydance on TikTok, people instantly spoke about the possibility of her being in the show. Her darker personality and the gimmick she’s created for herself as a music artist made her seem like a perfect person to join this cast, which is now happening.
At the time, Ortega spoke toVarietyabout the possibility of it happening, and she said, “If Lady Gaga were to be a part of it, they would have to be two monsters who understand each other.” The idea of her being a mentor character was born from that moment on in the minds of many fans, but now that she has officially been cast, it could end up becoming a reality.
The fact that Ortega pitched this idea long before Lady Gaga was cast showcases that she also thought the musician would be a great addition. Herexcitement about Lady Gaga’s involvementin the show should lead to some great performances that could takeWednesdayto new heights.
Why Lady Gaga Would Be Perfect In That Role
Lady Gaga is a talented actress who has proven that she shines best in darker, more complex roles where she can sink her teeth into a character. That was especially true during her appearances inAmerican Horror Story,which remain some of her best acting performances and are the most easily linked Wednesday.
WhileWednesdaydoesn’t quite push as much horror asRyan Murphy’s anthology show, the fact Lady Gaga has experience in this style of character means she is going to be a great fit. She is also someone who comes across as kind and extremely thoughtful in her real life, so combining that with the darkness of that show and a possible mentorship role is a perfect fit for her as an actress.
It would also likely be a supporting role rather than a lead role, which might work best with Lady Gaga’s busy schedule outside of his show.
Given her active music career is still ongoing, it’s unknown how much time she has to commit to taking on acting roles, therefore having her in limited appearances throughout the show might be the best use of her time while also ensuring her role can stillhave an impact on the overall plotand Wednesday’s character. Putting her as the mentor for Wednesday Addams can ensure that she impacts her and the overall story, whether it’s for a one-season appearance or a lengthier role that can last more time, Netflix continues the project.
How It Can Help Advance Wednesday’s Plot
The character of Wednesday is young and therefore, has lots of room to grow and develop her personality and maturity, and having a mentor can be crucial in making that happen. This is where Lady Gaga’s character could potentially come into play, especially if she were someone else who had been through a similar situation to Wednesday. Then, that situation would help make even more sense for the character and the impact she could have.
Netflix would be able to do flashbacksto Lady Gaga’s character being in similar situations to Wednesday, and that could be a fantastic plot to run throughout the show. Lady Gaga doesn’t have to be part of every episode or huge chunks ofWednesdayin this role, and that wouldn’t be a bad decision either. She has such significant star power that there is a risk she could outshine the cast if she ends up being given a slightly different part, yet at the same time she should bring a new level of attention for thesecond season of the show.
On top of that, Wednesday needs a new mentorship character due to what happened to Mrs. Thornhill’s character when her true motives were revealed as she betrayed her. Seeing Lady Gaga potentially work as a teacher at the Nevermore would be an ideal role for her to take on as it would give her an easy connection to Wednesday. But it could also open her up to interactions with other characters withinWednesday, and to grow her role outside of that environment if that decision is made for the future of the show.
