Jamie Lynn Spears is an American actress and singer known for her role as Zoey Brooks in the Nickelodeon teen sitcom *Zoey 101* (2005-2008) and the sequel film *Zoey 102* (2023). She also stars as Noreen Fitzgibbons in the Netflix romantic drama series *Sweet Magnolias* (2020-present). Her career began in childhood, and she has won several awards, including a Gracie Award, two Kids Choice Awards, and two Young Artist Awards. She is also the younger sister of pop star Britney Spears.
April 4, 1991: Birth of Jamie Lynn Spears
Jamie Lynn Spears was born on April 4, 1991, in McComb, Mississippi.
February 2002: Acting Debut in Crossroads
Jamie Lynn Spears made her acting debut in the film "Crossroads" in February 2002.
April 2002: Modeling Debut
Jamie Lynn Spears walked the runway for a Kids R Us fashion show in April 2002.
2002: Parents' Divorce
Jamie Lynn Spears' parents divorced in 2002.
August 2004: Signs Development Deal with Nickelodeon
Jamie Lynn Spears signed a development deal with Nickelodeon in August 2004 to star in her own series.
2004: All That and Snick On-Air Dare Appearances
Jamie Lynn Spears appeared on "All That" and "Snick On-Air Dare" until 2004.
January 9, 2005: Zoey 101 Premiere
"Zoey 101" premiered on January 9, 2005.
2005: Zoey 101 Premieres
In 2005, Jamie Lynn Spears starred in the Nickelodeon series "Zoey 101".
September 2007: Zoey 101 Wraps Filming
Filming for the final season of "Zoey 101" concluded in September 2007.
September 2007: Wins "The High School Sweetheart" Award
Jamie Lynn Spears won the "The High School Sweetheart" award at the Us Weekly's Hot Hollywood event in September 2007.
December 2007: Jamie Lynn Spears' Pregnancy Announcement
In December 2007, Jamie Lynn Spears announced her pregnancy at age 16, which generated significant media attention and controversy.
December 2007: Pregnancy Announcement
Jamie Lynn Spears announced her pregnancy in December 2007.
December 2007: Voice Acting in Unstable Fables
Jamie Lynn Spears voiced Goldilocks in "Unstable Fables: Goldilocks & 3 Bears Show" in December 2007.
December 20, 2007: Pregnancy Announcement
Jamie Lynn Spears announced her pregnancy with then-boyfriend Casey Aldridge on December 20, 2007.
February 2008: GED Completion
Jamie Lynn Spears received her GED in February 2008.
March 2008: Engagement to Casey Aldridge
Jamie Lynn Spears and Casey Aldridge became engaged in March 2008.
March 20, 2008: Guest Appearance on Miss Guided
Jamie Lynn Spears guest-starred on the sitcom "Miss Guided" on March 20, 2008.
May 2, 2008: Zoey 101 Series Finale
The series finale of "Zoey 101" aired on May 2, 2008.
May 2008: Move to Mississippi
Jamie Lynn Spears and Casey Aldridge moved to Liberty, Mississippi, in May 2008.
June 4, 2008: Complaint Against Paparazzo
On June 4, 2008, the Spears family filed a complaint against a paparazzo they believed was stalking Jamie Lynn Spears and Casey Aldridge.
June 19, 2008: Birth of Maddie Aldridge
Jamie Lynn Spears gave birth to her daughter, Maddie Briann Aldridge, on June 19, 2008.
2008: Zoey 101 Ends
In 2008, the final season of "Zoey 101" aired.
2008: Birth of First Child and Acting Hiatus
Jamie Lynn Spears gave birth to her first child in 2008 and subsequently took a five-year break from acting.
March 2009: End of Engagement
Jamie Lynn Spears and Casey Aldridge ended their engagement in March 2009.
December 2009: Separation from Aldridge
Jamie Lynn Spears moved out of the house she shared with Casey Aldridge in December 2009.
August 2010: Reconciliation with Aldridge
Jamie Lynn Spears and Casey Aldridge briefly reconciled in August 2010.
November 2010: Final Separation from Aldridge
Jamie Lynn Spears and Casey Aldridge ended their relationship for the second time in November 2010.
November 7, 2011: Nashville Concert
Jamie Lynn Spears performed a concert at The Rutledge in Nashville on November 7, 2011.
2011: Begins Working on Country Music
Jamie Lynn Spears moved to Nashville and began working on a country music album in 2011.
March 2013: Engagement to Jamie Watson
Jamie Lynn Spears and Jamie Watson announced their engagement in March 2013.
November 25, 2013: "How Could I Want More" Release
Jamie Lynn Spears released her debut single "How Could I Want More" on November 25, 2013.
December 7, 2013: "How Could I Want More" Chart Debut
"How Could I Want More" debuted on Billboard charts on December 7, 2013.
2013: Mental Health Diagnosis
In 2013, Jamie Lynn Spears was diagnosed with anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
2013: Return to Acting and Music Career Begins
Jamie Lynn Spears returned to acting and started her music career in 2013.
March 14, 2014: Marriage to Jamie Watson
Jamie Lynn Spears married Jamie Watson on March 14, 2014, in New Orleans.
May 27, 2014: The Journey EP Release
Jamie Lynn Spears released her debut EP "The Journey" on May 27, 2014.
2014: The Journey EP Release
Jamie Lynn Spears released her debut country music EP, "The Journey," in 2014.
2015: Songwriting Credit for "I Got the Boy"
In 2015, Jamie Lynn Spears received songwriting credit for Jana Kramer's song "I Got the Boy".
2015: "I Got the Boy" Release and Touring
Jamie Lynn Spears co-wrote the song "I Got the Boy," released in 2015, and toured as an opening act for Alan Jackson.
March 15, 2016: Grand Ole Opry Performance
Jamie Lynn Spears performed at the Grand Ole Opry on March 15, 2016.
June 24, 2016: "Sleepover" Release
Jamie Lynn Spears released her second single, "Sleepover," on June 24, 2016.
February 5, 2017: Maddie Aldridge's ATV Accident
On February 5, 2017, Jamie Lynn Spears' daughter, Maddie Aldridge, was involved in an ATV accident on her parents' Louisiana property. Maddie accidentally drove into a pond, causing the ATV to flip over. She was airlifted to Children's Hospital of New Orleans and remained unconscious for two days.
April 2017: Radio Disney Music Awards Appearance
Jamie Lynn Spears presented and performed at the Radio Disney Music Awards in April 2017.
2017: Maddie's Hospitalization
In 2017, Jamie Lynn Spears' daughter, Maddie, was treated at a New Orleans hospital.
April 11, 2018: Birth of Second Daughter
Jamie Lynn Spears gave birth to her second daughter on April 11, 2018.
July 13, 2018: Double Dare Appearance
On July 13, 2018, Jamie Lynn Spears and her daughter Maddie appeared on Nickelodeon's Double Dare, winning over $15,000 for a New Orleans hospital.
2018: Kraft Foods Campaign
In 2018, Jamie Lynn Spears and her daughter Maddie appeared in an advertising campaign for Kraft Foods.
2018: Religious Conversion
Jamie Lynn Spears converted to Catholicism in early 2018.
July 2019: Sweet Magnolias Casting
In July 2019, Jamie Lynn Spears was cast as Noreen Fitzgibbons in the Netflix series Sweet Magnolias.
July 2020: Zoey 101 Reunion and "Follow Me" Release
In July 2020, the cast of Zoey 101 reunited on All That. Jamie Lynn Spears also recorded and released a new version of the show's theme song, "Follow Me".
October 29, 2020: "Follow Me" Performance on GMA
On October 29, 2020, Jamie Lynn Spears performed "Follow Me", a new version of the Zoey 101 theme song, on Good Morning America.
2020: Jamie Lynn Spears Discusses Maddie's Accident
In 2020, Jamie Lynn Spears provided further details about her daughter Maddie's 2017 ATV accident. Spears described how she and her husband rescued Maddie from the pond before first responders arrived and were able to get a pulse. Maddie's condition was initially "grim", necessitating her being airlifted to a hospital.
2020: Sweet Magnolias Debut
Jamie Lynn Spears began playing Noreen Fitzgibbons in the Netflix series "Sweet Magnolias" in 2020.
July 2021: Memoir Announcement
In July 2021, Jamie Lynn Spears announced she was writing a memoir, to be released by Worthy Publishing.
2021: Public Feud Between Jamie Lynn and Britney Spears
In 2021, Jamie Lynn and Britney Spears engaged in a public feud on social media concerning Britney's conservatorship. Britney accused Jamie Lynn of complicity in the conservatorship and failing to offer support, allegations which Jamie Lynn denied. The dispute escalated with Britney threatening legal action after Jamie Lynn discussed Britney in her book and subsequent promotional tour.
January 18, 2022: Memoir Release
Jamie Lynn Spears released her memoir, "Things I Should Have Said", on January 18, 2022.
January 4, 2023: Special Forces Appearance
On January 4, 2023, Jamie Lynn Spears appeared on the Fox survival series Special Forces: World's Toughest Test.
January 2023: Zoey 102 Production
Production for the film Zoey 102 began in January 2023 in North Carolina.
July 27, 2023: Zoey 102 Release
The sequel film Zoey 102, with Jamie Lynn Spears reprising her role, was released on Paramount+ on July 27, 2023.
September 26, 2023: Dancing with the Stars Premiere
Jamie Lynn Spears began competing on season 32 of Dancing with the Stars on September 26, 2023.
November 19, 2023: I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! Premiere
On November 19, 2023, Jamie Lynn Spears appeared as a contestant on the British show I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!.
November 29, 2023: Departure from I'm a Celebrity
Jamie Lynn Spears left I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! on November 29, 2023, due to medical reasons.
December 5, 2023: Dancing with the Stars Finale Appearance
Jamie Lynn Spears returned for a group dance in the Dancing with the Stars season finale on December 5, 2023.
2023: Zoey 102 and Reality TV Appearances
In 2023, Jamie Lynn Spears reprised her role as Zoey Brooks in "Zoey 102" and appeared on reality shows due to the SAG-AFTRA strike.
2023: Reality TV Appearances
Jamie Lynn Spears appeared on reality television shows like "Dancing with the Stars" and "Special Forces" in 2023 due to the SAG-AFTRA strike.