Miranda Cosgrove

Miranda Cosgrove is a multifaceted American actress, singer, and producer, who rose to fame as a teen idol during the 2000s and early 2010s. Recognized for her talent and charisma, she was named the highest-paid child actor of two thousand twelve by Guinness World Records and made it to Forbes' "30 Under 30" list in two thousand twenty-two. Her impressive accolades include four Kids' Choice Awards and an Emmy nomination, showcasing her impact in the entertainment industry.

Cosgrove's career began at the tender age of seven, with her initial appearances in television commercials. She made her film debut as Summer Hathaway in the critically acclaimed movie School of Rock in two thousand three. However, it was her role as Megan Parker on the Nickelodeon sitcom Drake & Josh from two thousand four to two thousand seven that truly catapulted her into the spotlight. Her mainstream breakthrough came with the lead role of Carly Shay in the hit series iCarly, which aired from two thousand seven to two thousand twelve.

In addition to her acting prowess, Cosgrove ventured into music, making her musical debut in mid-two thousand eight with the iCarly soundtrack, where she performed four songs, including the theme song, "Leave It All to Me." She released her debut extended play, About You Now, in early two thousand nine, followed by her first studio album, Sparks Fly, in two thousand ten. The album peaked at number eight on the Billboard 200 chart, with its lead single, "Kissin U," achieving gold certification.

Cosgrove has also lent her voice to the character Margo in the Despicable Me franchise since two thousand ten, contributing to her highest-grossing films. She released her second extended play, High Maintenance, in two thousand eleven and embarked on the Dancing Crazy Tour. Her filmography includes independent films such as The Intruders, 3022, and North Hollywood, and she currently hosts the CBS series Mission Unstoppable with Miranda Cosgrove, which began in two thousand nineteen. Recently, she reprised her role as Carly Shay in the iCarly revival on Paramount+ from two thousand twenty-one to two thousand twenty-three, which she also executive produced. Looking ahead, she is set to star in the films Drugstore June, Mother of the Bride, and The Wrong Paris, all slated for release in the coming years.