'Scream 7' Faces Turmoil as Jenna Ortega Exits Amid Pay Dispute

The departure follows a similar controversy from 'Scream 6' and co-star Melissa Barrera's firing, raising questions about the future of the franchise.

• Jenna Ortega has exited the 'Scream 7' project, initially reported due to scheduling conflicts, but recent information suggests a pay dispute also played a part.
• Ortega's representation sought to increase her Scream payday from six figures to high seven figures, which production company Spyglass Media was unwilling to meet.
• This follows a similar controversy from 'Scream 6' where Neve Campbell left the project due to dissatisfaction with the offered salary.
• Melissa Barrera, Ortega's co-star, was previously fired from 'Scream 7' due to her pro-Palestine social media posts amid the Israel-Hamas conflict.
• Despite these departures, Spyglass Media head Gary Barber reportedly believes these particular Scream stars are non-essential to the franchise's continuation.

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