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From comedy legends to Grammy-winning singers and acclaimed actors, Nickelodeon has been the launchpad for some of today\u2019s most influential celebrities. Before ruling film, TV, and music charts, these stars shared hilarious sketches, heartfelt stories, and unforgettable adventures with a generation of kids glued to their screens.<\/p>\n

Jamie Lynn Spears<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Jamie Lynn Spears<\/strong><\/a> became a household name playing Zoey Brooks on Zoey 101 from 2005 to 2008. She currently stars in the Netflix Series Sweet Magnolias as Noreen Fitzgibbons.<\/p>\n

Nat Wolff<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Nat Wolff<\/strong><\/a> quickly stood out for his songwriting and on-screen charisma, teaming up with his brother Alex Wolff<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to star in The Naked Brothers Band, a mockumentary series that aired from 2007 to 2009. Today, He is still an active actor, most recently starring in the movie Play Dirty.<\/p>\n

Miranda Cosgrove<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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After her iconic role as a mischievous little sister on Drake & Josh, Miranda Cosgrove<\/strong><\/a> went on to star in iCarly as Carly Shay, a teenager who creates and hosts her own web series from her attic. Cosgrove remains a familiar and beloved face in pop culture.<\/p>\n

Jerry Trainor<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Jerry Trainor<\/strong><\/a> starred as Spencer Shay, Carly\u2019s quirky older brother and legal guardian, on iCarly from 2007 to 2012. Trainor\u2019s comedic talents continue to shine as he revisits classic roles and works behind the scenes.<\/p>\n

Kenan Thompson<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Starting out as a sketch comedy phenom on Nickelodeon\u2019s All That and Kenan & Kel, Kenan Thompson<\/strong><\/a>\u2018s impeccable timing and versatility turned him into a comedy legend. He has been a cast member on Saturday Night Live since 2003, making him the longest-tenured cast member in the show\u2019s history.<\/p>\n

Victoria Justice<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Winning hearts on two hit Nickelodeon shows, Victoria Justice<\/strong><\/a> played Lola Martinez on Zoey 101 and starred in Victorious as Tori Vega, a role created especially for her, per The Blast<\/a>. She continues to shine on screen and stage, evolving as an artist.<\/p>\n

Emma Roberts<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Emma Roberts<\/strong><\/a> made her TV breakthrough as the lead in the Nickelodeon teen sitcom Unfabulous. Her career blossomed from there, and she\u2019s best known for her roles in We\u2019re the Millers and multiple seasons of American Horror Story.<\/p>\n

Christian Serratos<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Before entering hit drama series and taking on iconic musical biopics, Christian Serratos<\/strong><\/a> captured audiences with her role on Nickelodeon\u2019s Ned\u2019s Declassified School Survival Guide, which ran for three seasons from 2004 to 2007. She later starred in 129 episodes of The Walking Dead and appeared in the TV Series Selena: The Series.<\/p>\n

Alex Wolff<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Alex Wolff<\/strong><\/a> charmed viewers alongside his brother as the drummer in The Naked Brothers Band, a Nickelodeon original that aired from 2007 to 2009. After his stint on the small screen, Alex took bold steps into thought-provoking film projects and made his directorial debut with The Cat and the Moon in 2019.<\/p>\n

Kel Mitchell<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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A fan favorite thanks to his energetic performances, Kel Mitchell<\/strong><\/a> became a Nickelodeon legend as an original cast member of All That and co-star of Kenan & Kel, and later reprised his iconic role as Ed in the 2023 Paramount+ sequel Good Burger 2.<\/p>\n

Romeo Miller<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Romeo Miller<\/strong><\/a> brought his musical roots to a Nickelodeon series that blended comedy and original music: His self-titled show Romeo! ran from 2003 to 2006 with a total of 48 episodes. Romeo remains a multi-talented creative force with deep ties to his Nickelodeon beginnings.<\/p>\n

Ariana Grande<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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From a lovable TV sidekick to an international pop superstar, Ariana Grande<\/strong><\/a>\u2018s Nickelodeon journey began when she was cast as Cat Valentine on Victorious, a role that helped propel her to teen idol status. She has since won three Grammy Awards as a singer while continuing her acting career, most notably in the hit Wicked movies.<\/p>\n

Keke Palmer<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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A standout talent from her early days on Nickelodeon, Keke Palmer<\/strong><\/a> rose to prominence playing the title character in True Jackson, VP from 2008 to 2011. Since the show, she has earned two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Screen Actors Guild Award, among her many accolades.<\/p>\n

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Starting with recurring roles on Nickelodeon, Austin Butler<\/strong><\/a>\u2018s early TV work paved the way for a dynamic career in film and television. He appeared on various Nickelodeon series, including iCarly, Zoey 101, and Ned\u2019s Declassified School Survival Guide.<\/p>\n

Now an award-winning actor, including his Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture \u2013 Drama in 2023 for his role in Elvis, Butler has marked himself as a new-generation leading man.<\/p>\n

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