Catherine Zeta-Jones is showering praise on her "Wednesday" co-star, Jenna Ortega, as the highly anticipated second season of the Netflix hit approaches. The two actresses, who play mother and daughter Morticia and Wednesday Addams, respectively, are set to delve deeper into their spooky family dynamics in the upcoming season.

Zeta-Jones has expressed immense admiration for Ortega, highlighting her talent and character. According to Zeta-Jones, Ortega is a "joy" and a "wonderful young citizen of the planet," emphasizing that Ortega's rising stardom "couldn't happen to a better person".

Season 2 of "Wednesday" sees Wednesday Addams grappling with the aftermath of saving Nevermore Academy and her newfound popularity. However, new challenges arise as she strives to protect her best friend, Enid Sinclair (Emma Myers), from a grim fate. Ortega explained that Wednesday is "infuriated and incredibly annoyed" by her mother's increased presence. Just when Wednesday thought she had gotten rid of her mother, Morticia moves into a cottage at Nevermore Academy. Ortega also appreciates the opportunity to spend more time in front of the camera with Zeta-Jones and loves the authentic dynamic between their characters, which adds great complexity to the supernatural story.

Adding to the family dynamic, Morticia will be dealing with her own mother, Grandmama Hester, played by Joanna Lumley. Zeta-Jones described the interactions between Morticia and Grandmama as "interesting," stating that Morticia's relationship with her mother serves as a reminder of what she doesn't want for herself and Wednesday.

Zeta-Jones also expressed her excitement about Lady Gaga's involvement in the second season, calling it a "highlight" of her career. She recounted her experience of meeting Gaga on set, stating she felt like a "12-year-old love-struck teenage fan" and was completely "Gaga for Gaga". Zeta-Jones considers Gaga to be one of the most influential talents and creative forces of this century. She also noted the perfect match between Gaga and Wednesday, wondering why it hadn't been thought of sooner.

At the "Wednesday" Season 2 New York premiere, Zeta-Jones channeled her inner Morticia Addams, showcasing pure, elevated gothic glamour. She wore a head-to-toe black Alberta Ferretti ensemble from the Fall 2025 collection, effortlessly blending sharp tailoring with spectral elegance. The shawl-lapel blazer with a plunging neckline nodded to Morticia's sultry sophistication, while the long, ruffle-trimmed silk chiffon duster with a train added a ghostly, almost cinematic drama.

Alongside Ortega, Zeta-Jones, and Myers, returning cast members include Luis Guzmán as Gomez Addams and Isaac Ordonez as Pugsley Addams. Steve Buscemi joins the cast as the new principal of Nevermore Academy, Barry Dort.

"Wednesday" Season 2 is poised to deliver more of the dark humor, supernatural mysteries, and compelling character dynamics that made the first season a global phenomenon. With Catherine Zeta-Jones praising Jenna Ortega and an exciting ensemble cast, the new season promises to be a captivating and entertaining experience for viewers.