Jennette McCurdy is an American actress, writer, director, and singer. She was born on June 26, 1992, in Long Beach, California. McCurdy began her career as a child actress, appearing in several television shows, such as "Malcolm in the Middle," "Will & Grace," and "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation." However, she is best known for her role as Sam Puckett on the Nickelodeon sitcom "iCarly" and its spinoff, "Sam & Cat." In addition to her acting career, Jennette McCurdy is also a writer and director. She has written and directed several short films, including "Kenny" and "Strong Independent Women." McCurdy is also a country music singer and has released several singles and an EP.