Jordin Sparks
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- December 22, 1989 in Phoenix, Arizona, USA
- Active Years
- 1959–2026 (68 Years)
- Total Credits
- 60 credits in database
Biography
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Name: Jordin Brianna Sparks (also Jordin Brianna Sparks Smith or Jordin Brianna Sparks-Thomas).
Born: December 22, 1989, in Phoenix, Arizona.
Raised: Glendale, Arizona and Ridgewood, New Jersey.
Parents: Jodi Beth Wiedmann and Phillippi Sparks.
Profession: American singer, actress, musician, record producer, dancer, model, songwriter.
Claim to fame: Won the sixth season of American Idol on May 23, 2007, at age 17, becoming the youngest winner in the series' history.
Acting credit: Sparkle.
Known credits (TMDB): 56.
Jordin Brianna Sparks, also known as Jordin Brianna Sparks Smith or Jordin Brianna Sparks-Thomas, is an American singer and actress. Born on December 22, 1989, in Phoenix, Arizona, she was raised in Glendale, Arizona, and Ridgewood, New Jersey. She is the daughter of Jodi Beth Wiedmann and Phillippi Sparks. Sparks rose to fame in 2007 after winning the sixth season of the reality television show American Idol on May 23, 2007. At age 17, she became the youngest winner in the history of the series. Her professional work includes acting in the film Sparkle. She is also recognized as a musician, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and model. Her known credits include 56 entries.
"Jordin Brianna Sparks, also known as Jordin Brianna Sparks Smith or Jordin Brianna Sparks-Thomas, is an American singer and actress. Born on December 22, 1989, in Phoenix, Arizona
Career overview
Jordin Brianna Sparks is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who was born on December 22, 1989, in Phoenix, Arizona. She rose to fame in 2007 after winning the sixth season of the reality television series American Idol at the age of 17, which established her as the youngest winner in the history of the program. Beyond her musical career, which includes the release of a self-titled debut studio album, she has pursued work as an actress.
Her professional credits include appearances in film and television. She is noted for her performance in the film Sparkle. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her contributions to the entertainment industry as both a performer and a musician. Her background includes being raised in Glendale, Arizona, and Ridgewood, New Jersey, as the daughter of Jodi Beth Wiedmann and Phillippi Sparks. She is also identified as a model, dancer, and record producer. As of the available records, she maintains a portfolio of acting credits and remains a recognized figure in American media.
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Full Filmography
60 titles- The Pout-Pout Fish (2026) as Shimmer (voice)
- The Chosen Adventures (2025) as Fish (voice)
- Merry Little Mystery (2025) as Natasha Maxwell
- Mind. Body. Money. (2025) as Self
- Roller Jam (2024) as Self - Host
- A Motown Christmas (2024) as Self
- Sherri (2022) as Self - Guest
- The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration (2022) as Self
- Rugrats (2021) as Tabitha (voice)
- Name That Tune (2021) as Self - Contestant
- A Christmas Treasure (2021) as Lou
- A Christmas Treasure (2021) Executive Producer
- The Black Pack: We Three Kings (2021) as Self
- I Can See Your Voice (2020) as Self - Guest Artist
- The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo (2020) as Self
- Love Island USA (2019) as Self - Guest
- Tamron Hall (2019) as Self - Guest
- Today with Jenna & Sheinelle (2019) as Self - Musical Guest
- 35 Years of Friends: Celebrating the Music of Michael W. Smith (2019) as Self
- American Idol (2018) as Self
- Show Dogs (2018) as Daisy (voice)
- God Bless the Broken Road (2018) as Bridgette
- Hocus Pocus 25th Anniversary Halloween Bash (2018) as Self
- Steve (2017) as Self
- The Grace of Jake (2017) as Nicole Lovely
- The Real O'Neals (2016) as Jordin Sparks
- Straight Outta OZ (2016)
- Middle of the Night Show (2015) as Self - Guest Host
- Left Behind (2014) as Shasta Carvell
- The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete (2013) as Alice
- Dear Secret Santa (2013) as Abby
- Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade (2013) as Self
- Sparkle (2012) as Sparkle
- VH1 Divas 2012 (2012) as Self
- Ridiculousness (2011) as Self
- When I Was 17 (2010) as Self
- RuPaul's Drag Race (2009) as Self - Guest Judge
- Big Time Rush (2009) as Self
- VH1 Divas 2009 (2009) as Self
- Mistarello Presents: Hard Body Blends Volume 4 (2009) as Self (archive footage)
- The Suite Life on Deck (2008)
- Britain's Got More Talent (2007) as Self
- Dancing with the Stars (2005) as Self - Contestant
- The Tyra Banks Show (2005)
- Hell's Kitchen (2005) as Self - Restaurant Patron
- So You Think You Can Dance (2005)
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) as Self
- VH1 Top 20 Video Countdown (2003)
- Australian Idol (2003)
- American Idol (2002) as Self
- American Idol (2002) as Self - Performer
- American Idol (2002) as Self - Contestant
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Alison Stone
- Teen Choice Awards (1999) as Self
- Teen Choice Awards (1999) as Self - Presenter
- The View (1997) as Self - Guest
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992)
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark (1988) as Self
- The Grammys (1959) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jordin Sparks best known for?
Jordin Sparks is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Pout-Pout Fish (2026), Sherri (2022), Rugrats (2021), Name That Tune (2021).
When and where was Jordin Sparks born?
Jordin Sparks was born on December 22, 1989 in Phoenix, Arizona, USA.
How many credits does Jordin Sparks have?
Jordin Sparks has accumulated over 60 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1959 to 2026.
What is Jordin Sparks's background in cinema and television?
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Big Time Rush (2009) as Self — aged about 19
- The Grammys (1959) as Self — aged about 30
- The Suite Life on Deck (2008) — aged about 18
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Alison Stone — aged about 10
- RuPaul's Drag Race (2009) as Self - Guest Judge — aged about 19
- VH1 Top 20 Video Countdown (2003) — aged about 13
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