This resurfaced interview offers a look at Miranda Cosgrove’s early days as the star of iCarly, when the show was just coming together and readers were getting to know her on screen. The piece captures Cosgrove’s reflections on those first steps and the spark that started her journey in show business.
Cosgrove explains that the drive to act began when she was about three. Her family was approached about modeling or commercials, and although her mother was initially unsure, she eventually decided to give it a try. The young Cosgrove started with small jobs alongside other kids, including a beach commercial. By about eight years old she auditioned for Drake & Josh, a role she felt drawn to after watching The Amanda Show, and she ultimately won the part, marking the real start of her acting path.
One of her first credited roles was in School of Rock, where she worked with Jack Black. She remembers it as a lot of fun and says Black is exactly as funny and friendly as fans expect him to be.
Cosgrove recalls the moment she learned she would be cast in iCarly. She had a long-standing connection with Dan Schneider, the creator of Drake & Josh, who shared several show ideas with Cosgrove and her mother. The iCarly concept stood out, and when the producers chose it, she felt thrilled about the project.
When comparing iCarly to Drake & Josh, Cosgrove notes that she initially felt a bit nervous, since she moved from a secondary role to the lead. Watching the Drake & Josh ensemble helped her prepare and gave her the confidence to carry her own show.
Cosgrove talks about staying in touch with the Drake & Josh cast after the show ended. She says she was really close to everyone and was sad when it finished, but she has continued to cross paths with them. She even mentions that Josh will direct an upcoming episode, which she finds exciting.
On iCarly, Cosgrove’s favorite segment involves Messing With Lewbert, a playful prank on the bellman who works downstairs. The segment is a fan favorite and a testament to the show’s interactive spirit.
Pranks extended beyond the script as well; Jerry, who plays Cosgrove’s on-screen brother, is described as the biggest prankster and the funniest person on set. His energy keeps the atmosphere lively, even on long shooting days.
Real fan-submitted videos are a standout feature of the show. Cosgrove highlights how interactive the program is and how fans feel like they are helping run the show. In early episodes, clips included a contestant who could squirt milk from his eye and another who beat-boxed while playing an instrument, showcasing the show’s playful experimentation.
Cosgrove shares some of her online favorites. She enjoys classic games like Tetris and Pac-Man, and she uses Meebo to chat with friends. She also spends time on Nick.com to play games and logs into her online school portal for assignments, balancing fun with responsibility.
She also talks about singing the show’s theme song as a possible future direction. The experience of recording in a studio was enjoyable and energizing, and she would love the chance to make an album someday.
The interview closes with reflection on Cosgrove’s early achievements and a hopeful outlook for what lies ahead, with fans and readers in mind for continued success in her career.