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In May, actress Jenna Ortega caused a stir on the internet when photos and videos of her smoking a cigarette surfaced, quickly going viral. The incident sparked a range of reactions, from general disappointment to humorous memes, Glamour shares. Amidst the online buzz, it seems Jenna's mom, Natalie Ortega, has decided to join in on the conversation.
Taking to Instagram, Natalie Ortega shared several memes and articles related to smoking, with a clear message about its risks. One meme featured Gollum from Lord of the Rings, humorously stating, “Don't believe those lies about cigarettes being bad for you. I've been smoking for most of my 21 years and I feel great!” In another post, she shared an article emphasizing the dangers of lung cancer for smokers, adding the word “FACTS” over the photo. Natalie also shared an article about the unpleasant odor caused by cigarettes and a touching meme highlighting a mother's perpetual concern for her children, no matter their age.
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Jenna Ortega has always had a close relationship with her mom, as she shared in a recent interview with Jimmy Kimmel. Despite being a full-time ER nurse and having five other children, Jenna's mother would go the extra mile by driving seven hours to take her to auditions in Los Angeles.
Fans found Natalie Ortega's posts both amusing and heartwarming. While acknowledging that Jenna is an adult capable of making her own decisions, they appreciated the motherly move of using a viral moment as an opportunity to raise awareness among young fans about the genuine risks associated with smoking. According to the Center for Disease Control, tobacco use causes around 480,000 deaths annually in the United States.
