Who Is Miranda Cosgrove? Age, Biography and Wiki
Born on May 14, 1993, Miranda Cosgrove is a renowned American actress, singer, and producer. As of 2025, she is 32 years old. Her breakout role came in 2007 when she starred as Carly Shay on the hit Nickelodeon series iCarly. Not only did she captivate audiences with her acting, but she is also recognized for her singing talent, lending her voice to several animated films. Today, Miranda continues to thrive in the entertainment industry, balancing her successful career with personal endeavors.
Occupation | Voice Actress |
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Date of Birth | May 14, 1993 |
Age | 32 Years |
Birth Place | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Horoscope | Taurus |
Country | U.S |
Popularity
Miranda Cosgrove's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Miranda Cosgrove stands approximately 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters) tall and weighs around 117 pounds (53 kg). Her body measurements include a bust size of 34 inches, a waist size of 24 inches, and hip measurements of 34 inches, contributing to her fit and healthy appearance.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Miranda Cosgrove comes from a close-knit family. She has one older brother, whose influence has significantly shaped her life and career. As for her relationship status in 2025, she is reportedly dating actor and producer, Jake Thomas, known for his work in various television series and films. The couple has been seen together at public events, sparking interest among fans about their relationship. There are currently no reports of a husband or any plans for marriage.
Since 2010, Cosgrove has voiced Margo in the Despicable Me film series. She then released her second extended play, High Maintenance (2011), and embarked on the Dancing Crazy Tour.
She starred in the independent films The Intruders (2015), 3022 (2019), and North Hollywood (2021), and hosts the CBS series Mission Unstoppable with Miranda Cosgrove (2019–present). She then reprised her role as Carly Shay in iCarly's Paramount+ revival run (2021–2023), in which she also executive produced.
She had also starred in the films Drugstore June and Mother of the Bride (both 2024).
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Miranda Cosgrove's net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. Her earnings stem from her successful acting career, including roles in television and film, music sales, and various endorsements. In her early career, she was the highest-paid child actress on television, reportedly earning around $180,000 per episode during iCarly’s peak.
Career, Business and Investments
Miranda’s career began at a young age, and she quickly rose to fame. Besides her role in iCarly, she has starred in movies like Despicable Me and its sequels, where she provided the voice for Margo. In addition to acting, she is involved in producing and has several investments in budding entertainment startups. Miranda remains active in the industry, with ongoing projects and features in both film and music.
Cosgrove began her career at the age of seven, making several appearances in television commercials. She made her acting debut as Summer Hathaway in the film School of Rock (2003).
She had her breakout role as Megan Parker on the Nickelodeon sitcom Drake & Josh (2004–2007) and achieved mainstream breakthrough success as Carly Shay on the Nickelodeon sitcom iCarly (2007–2012).
She made her musical debut in 2008 with the soundtrack for iCarly, in which she performed four songs, including the show's theme song, "Leave It All To Me". In 2009, she released her debut extended play, About You Now.
The following year, she released her debut studio album, Sparks Fly, which peaked at number eight on the Billboard 200 chart while its lead single "Kissin U" peaked at number 54 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified gold.
Social Network
Miranda Cosgrove is quite active on social media platforms. With millions of followers on Instagram and Twitter, she regularly shares insights into her life and career, connecting with her fans personally. Her social media presence helps her maintain her celebrity status and promote her projects effectively.
Cosgrove's first television appearance was in 2001 when she provided the voice of young Lana Lang in the pilot episode of Smallville. She made her film debut in School of Rock (2003), directed by Richard Linklater.
In the movie, she played Summer Hathaway, a young girl with great ambition and discipline who finds herself adjusting to the free-spirited nature of her new music teacher (Jack Black). On working with Black, Cosgrove said that "He just acts [as] the most normal, nice guy.
He doesn’t seem like he thinks he’s Jack Black at all." She also cited the scene in which her character tries to sing as particularly difficult: "[I'd] been taking singing lessons for about five years, so getting to sing badly was new.
The director kept saying, 'Try to sing even worse, Miranda,' so it was weird." School of Rock was both a box office hit, grossing over $130 million worldwide, and a critical success. David Ansen of Newsweek described her performance as "spot on".
Education
Miranda attended the University of Southern California (USC), where she pursued a degree in Film Studies. Balancing her education with her acting commitments, she displayed remarkable dedication to her studies while continuing to build her career in entertainment.
Cosgrove graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in psychology. She is an active supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. She also visits other children's hospitals and considers Education Through Music one of her favorite charities.
She is a national spokesperson for Light the Night Walk, an organization that creates awareness for blood cancer.