Jenna Ortega is addressing why she really exited the Scream franchise two years ago. The “Wednesday” actress, 22, opened up about her decision to depart the role of scream queen Tara Carpenter in an interview with The Cut on Monday. 7 Jenna Ortega has opened up about the real reason behind her exit from the Scream franchise two years ago. Todd Williamson/January Images/Shutterstock Although it was initially reported that Ortega left the franchise due to “pay and scheduling issues,” she has now clarified that it was actually because her on-screen sister, Melissa Barrera, was fired and would not be returning....