8 Things You Didn’t Know About Jennette McCurdy

Jennette McCurdy is a country pop singer-songwriter and actress who has appeared in films and on television. And rose to prominence as Sam Puckett on the Nickelodeon sitcom iCarly and its spin-off series Sam & Cat. McCurdy has appeared on several television shows, including Malcolm in the Middle, Lincoln Heights, and Zoey 101, in addition to her major role on Nickelodeon. Aside from her outstanding achievements, there is much more to learn about this gifted individual. That’s what we’ve talked about below.

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Jennette McCurdy

1. Star Wars Influence In Her Acting

It appears that the rumour began when Jennette’s mother was recovering from breast cancer and she had the opportunity to watch the film A New Hope. She later had the opportunity to set the record straight in an interview and claimed that this was not the case.^[1]

2. Also A Talented Writer

As if being a talented actor weren’t enough, she’s also a columnist and has written several posts for a couple of different publications on a variety of topics that have been well-received. ^[2]

3. Love Ice Skating

Jennette enjoys figure skating and has competed in a few competitions in the past.

4. Grew Up Playing With Boys

McCurdy grew up playing football with her brothers and learning martial arts. In fact, she was a Tae Kwon Do master.

5. Charity Worker

Whether you’re aware of it or not, Jennette donates a significant amount of her time to charity. She is an active supporter of the Cody Waters Foundation (in memory of a young friend who died from brain cancer), Invisible Children Inc. (for child soldiers), and St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. ^[3]

6. Her Mother Wanted Her To Become An Actress

Jennette’s mother decided when she was six that she will be an actress, despite the fact that Jennette had never expressed an interest in acting. Debra stated that she had always wished to be famous and that she wished Jennette had a better childhood than she did.

7. Her Mother Had Stage 4 Breast Cancer

Debra, Jennette’s mother, was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer when Jennette was just two years old.

8. Started Out On MADTV

Before landing the lead role in iCarly, she appeared on a few different shows, giving her the kind of exposure she would eventually need to make a big splash in show business.