| Category | Information |
|---|
| Full Name | Jennette Michelle Faye McCurdy |
| Profession | Writer, author, director, producer and former actress |
| Net Worth | Estimated $3.5 million–$5 million; this is an unofficial estimate, not a confirmed financial disclosure. Celebrity Net Worth+1 |
| Height | Approximately 5 feet 2 inches (1.57 metres). IMDb+1 |
| Date of Birth | June 26, 1992 |
| Age (2026) | 34 years old |
| Birthplace | Long Beach, California, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Nickname | Jenn, Nettie and Net Net |
| Hair Colour | Blonde |
| Eye Colour | Blue |
| Father | Mark McCurdy was identified as her father during her upbringing; Jennette later discussed learning that he was not her biological father |
| Mother | Debra McCurdy, who died in September 2013 |
| Siblings | Three older brothers: Marcus, Scott and Dustin McCurdy |
| Famous For | Playing Sam Puckett in iCarly and Sam & Cat |
| Career Beginning | Began acting professionally as a child around 2000 |
| Breakthrough Role | Sam Puckett in Nickelodeon’s iCarly |
| Major Television Shows | iCarly, Sam & Cat, Zoey 101, Malcolm in the Middle, True Jackson, VP, Victorious and Between |
| Film Projects | Hollywood Homicide, Minor Details, Best Player and Pet |
| Acting Career | Became widely recognised as a child and teen performer, particularly through Nickelodeon sitcoms |
| Reason for Leaving Acting | Left acting to focus on writing and directing, explaining that performing had not been a career she personally wanted to continue |
| Writing Career | Became a bestselling author known for candid, darkly humorous storytelling and personal themes |
| Famous Book | I’m Glad My Mom Died (2022) |
| Book Success | Her memoir became a major bestseller and received widespread attention for its honest account of childhood fame and her relationship with her mother. Penguin Random House+1 |
| Other Book | Half His Age, her debut novel, published in January 2026 |
| Directing Work | Wrote and directed short films and other character-focused projects |
| Music Career | Released country-pop music, including the single “Generation Love” and her self-titled album |
| Awards and Recognition | Won Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards for her television work; her memoir received the Goodreads Choice Award for Memoir & Autobiography |
| Education | Was homeschooled for much of her childhood while pursuing acting |
| Marital Status | Not publicly married |
| Husband | None publicly confirmed |
| Children | No publicly confirmed children |
| Relationship History | Has kept much of her personal dating life private |
| Family Background | Grew up in California in a family that became closely involved in her early acting career |
| Personal Challenges | Has spoken publicly about the difficult aspects of childhood fame, her relationship with her mother and her recovery journey |
| Lifestyle | Maintains a relatively private life and concentrates on writing and creative projects |
| Hobbies and Interests | Writing, reading, directing and developing stories |
| Social Media | Has maintained a public presence online, although her current activity may vary |
| Instagram | An account under her name has been associated with her public profile; check current account activity before publishing |
| Main Income Sources | Acting work, book publishing, writing, directing, producing and entertainment development |
| Professional Reputation | Recognised for moving beyond her child-star image and developing a distinctive voice as a writer |
| Current Career Focus | Writing, book projects and television development |
| Overall Legacy | Jennette McCurdy’s career reflects a significant transition from Nickelodeon fame to bestselling authorship and creative independence |
