History of Jordin Sparks in Timeline
Jordin Sparks is an American singer and actress who gained prominence after winning the sixth season of American Idol in 2007, becoming the youngest winner ever at age 17. Her debut album, "Jordin Sparks" (2007), achieved both critical and commercial success, reaching number ten on the Billboard 200 and attaining platinum certification from the RIAA, selling over two million copies globally. The album featured hit singles such as "Tattoo" and "No Air," the latter earning a Grammy nomination and selling over three million digital copies in the U.S., making it one of the best-selling songs by an American Idol contestant.
December 22, 1989: Jordin Sparks Born
On December 22, 1989, Jordin Sparks was born in the United States. She later became a singer and actress.
2004: Appearance in Alice Cooper's Christmas Show
In 2004, Jordin Sparks appeared with Alice Cooper in his Christmas show.
December 2006: Featured in Seventeen Magazine
In December 2006, a full-page ad for Torrid featuring Jordin Sparks ran in the December issue of Seventeen magazine after she won the Phoenix Torrid search for the 'Next Plus Size Model'.
2006: Homeschooling to Focus on Singing
In 2006, Jordin Sparks was homeschooled by her grandmother to concentrate on her singing career.
2006: Auditioned for American Idol
In the summer of 2006, at the age of 16, Jordin Sparks auditioned twice for the sixth season of American Idol. After being eliminated in Los Angeles she won the Arizona Idol competition which allowed her to audition in Seattle.
January 17, 2007: Earns Golden Ticket
On January 17, 2007, Jordin Sparks earned a "gold ticket" at the Seattle audition of American Idol.
May 22, 2007: EP Release
On May 22, 2007, Jordin Sparks' self-titled EP was released, featuring songs she performed on American Idol.
May 23, 2007: Wins American Idol Season 6
On May 23, 2007, Jordin Sparks, at the age of 17, won the sixth season of American Idol, becoming the youngest winner in the show's history.
September 23, 2007: American Idols LIVE! Tour Concludes
On September 23, 2007, Jordin Sparks participated in the American Idols LIVE! Tour 2007.
November 20, 2007: Release of Self-Titled Debut Album
On November 20, 2007, Jordin Sparks released her self-titled debut studio album, which debuted at number ten on the Billboard 200.
December 2007: Tribute to Diana Ross
In December 2007, Jordin Sparks performed in a tribute to Diana Ross.
2007: Designed a denim jacket for SOS Children's Villages
In 2007, Jordin Sparks was asked to design a denim jacket festooned with Swarovski Crystal to support orphans, by a relative working for SOS Children's Villages in Florida.
2007: American Idol Win
In 2007, Jordin Sparks won American Idol, managed by her grandmother Pam Wiedmann from age nine until her win.
2007: Wins American Idol and Releases Debut Album
In 2007, Jordin Sparks won the sixth season of American Idol at age 17, becoming the youngest winner. Her self-titled debut album was also released in 2007 and achieved commercial success, peaking at number ten on the Billboard 200.
2007: Signs with 19 Recordings/Jive Records and Releases "Tattoo"
In 2007, after winning American Idol, Jordin Sparks signed with 19 Recordings/Jive Records. On August 27, 2007, she released her debut single, "Tattoo."
2007: Returns to American Idol
Since her win in 2007, Sparks has returned to Idol six times.
February 3, 2008: Sang National Anthem at Super Bowl XLII
On February 3, 2008, Jordin Sparks sang the National Anthem at Super Bowl XLII.
February 2008: "No Air" Released as Second Single
In February 2008, "No Air", a duet with Chris Brown, was released as the second single from Jordin Sparks's debut album.
April 2008: Teamed up with Avon
In April 2008, Jordin Sparks announced that she would be partnering with cosmetics company, Avon, to be a spokesperson for their teen-focused line, Mark.
April 2008: Acute vocal cord hemorrhaging
In April 2008, Jordin Sparks suffered acute vocal cord hemorrhaging because of overusing her vocal cords.
April 19, 2008: Opened for Alicia Keys
On April 19, 2008, Jordin Sparks opened for Alicia Keys on the North America leg of her As I Am Tour.
April 30, 2008: Returns to As I Am Tour
After a vocal cord hemorrhage, Jordin Sparks was back on the road by April 30, 2008, and continued the As I Am tour.
May 21, 2008: Performance on American Idol
On May 21, 2008, Jordin Sparks performed on the seventh season finale of American Idol.
June 2008: "One Step at a Time" Release
In June 2008, "One Step at a Time" was released as the third single from Jordin Sparks' album.
June 18, 2008: Continues on As I Am Tour
Jordin Sparks remained on tour with Alicia Keys until June 18, 2008, in the United States.
August 2008: Jesse & Jordin LIVE Tour
In August 2008, Jordin Sparks co-headlined the Jesse & Jordin LIVE Tour with Jesse McCartney.
November 2008: Teamed up with Wet Seal to create clothing line
In November 2008, Jordin Sparks collaborated with Wet Seal to develop her clothing line, "Sparks".
November 19, 2008: Clothing line 'Sparks' launched
On November 19, 2008, Jordin Sparks' clothing line, 'Sparks' launched featuring sizes XS to XL.
December 2008: Joins Alicia Keys' Tour in Australia and New Zealand
In December 2008, Jordin Sparks joined Alicia Keys for the tour leg in Australia and New Zealand.
2008: Initiated the I'm M.A.D. Are You? campaign
In 2008, Jordin Sparks and her younger brother P.J. initiated the I'm M.A.D. Are You? campaign, cultivating community advocacy and volunteerism among teens and young adults. M.A.D. stands for Making A Difference.
2008: MTV Video Music Awards and "Slut" Remark Controversy
In 2008, Jordin Sparks received two MTV Video Music Award nominations. During the award show, she caused controversy by responding to a joke made by host Russell Brand, making a remark about not wanting to be a 'slut'.
2008: Supported Dosomething.org's Do Something 101 campaign
In 2008, Jordin Sparks supported Dosomething.org's Do Something 101 campaign by filming a public service announcement explaining the nationwide school supplies drive project.
January 20, 2009: Performance at Inaugural Ball
On January 20, 2009, Jordin Sparks performed "Faith" at the Commander-in-Chief's Inaugural Ball hosted by President Barack Obama.
May 13, 2009: Performs 'Battlefield' on American Idol
On May 13, 2009, Jordin Sparks performed "Battlefield" on American Idol.
May 20, 2009: Endorser for the Got Milk? campaign
On May 20, 2009, Jordin Sparks became an endorser for the Got Milk? campaign, an American advertising campaign encouraging the consumption of cow's milk.
May 25, 2009: "Battlefield" Released
On May 25, 2009, Jordin Sparks' title track from the album 'Battlefield' was released.
June 20, 2009: Opened for Jonas Brothers
On June 20, 2009, Jordin Sparks opened for The Jonas Brothers on the North America leg of the Jonas Brothers World Tour 2009.
August 24, 2009: Opened for Britney Spears
On August 24, 2009, Jordin Sparks opened for Britney Spears on the second leg of her Circus Tour in North America, replacing Ciara.
September 15, 2009: "S.O.S. (Let the Music Play)" Release
On September 15, 2009, "S.O.S. (Let the Music Play)" was released as the second single from Battlefield.
2009: Billboard Ranking
In 2009, Billboard magazine ranked Jordin Sparks as the 91st Artist of the 2000s Decade.
2009: Acting Debut on The Suite Life on Deck
In 2009, Jordin Sparks made her acting debut on Disney's The Suite Life on Deck, guest starring as herself in the "Crossing Jordin" episode, which aired on October 23.
2009: Battlefield Album Release
In 2009, Jordin Sparks released her second studio album, Battlefield, which debuted at number seven on the Billboard 200.
January 8, 2010: "Don't Let It Go to Your Head" Release
On January 8, 2010, the third single from Battlefield, "Don't Let It Go to Your Head", was released in the United Kingdom.
February 3, 2010: Performed at "Jordin Sparks Experience"
On February 3, 2010, Jordin Sparks and David Archuleta performed at the "Jordin Sparks Experience", held at the Eden Roc Renaissance Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida. All proceeds raised by the event went to a number of charities, including the Miami Children's Hospital Foundation.
February 2010: Contributed to "We Are the World 25 for Haiti"
In February 2010, Jordin Sparks was among the numerous artists who contributed to "We Are the World 25 for Haiti", a charity single aimed at aiding the victims of the 2010 Haiti earthquake.
May 3, 2010: Joined the cast of In the Heights
On May 3, 2010, it was announced that Jordin Sparks would be joining the cast of the Broadway show In the Heights as Nina Rosario.
May 2010: Battlefield Tour Begins
In May 2010, Jordin Sparks embarked on her first headlining tour in the United States, called the Battlefield Tour. The tour began on May 1, 2010.
May 26, 2010: Tribute to Simon Cowell
On May 26, 2010, Jordin Sparks took part in a tribute to Simon Cowell with other former American Idol contestants.
June 3, 2010: "Thumbs Up to X the TXT" pledge campaign
The "Thumbs Up to X the TXT" pledge campaign, established by Allstate, made its way to Jordin Sparks' Battlefield Tour, presented by Mike & Ike to encourage teens and their families not to text while driving beginning June 3, 2010.
June 2010: Visited the Gulf Coast oil spill with the Audubon Society
In June 2010, Jordin Sparks traveled to Louisiana to visit the Gulf Coast oil spill with the Audubon Society to view the effects of the oil spill on the wildlife and marshes.
June 18, 2010: Guest starred on Big Time Rush
On June 18, 2010, Jordin Sparks guest starred on the hit Nickelodeon show, Big Time Rush.
July 18, 2010: End of the Battlefield Tour
On July 18, 2010, Jordin Sparks' first headlining tour in the United States, the Battlefield Tour, came to an end. The tour began on May 1 and stopped in over 35 major cities in the United States.
October 2010: Released debut fragrance
In October 2010, Jordin Sparks launched her first fragrance, 'Because of You...'.
October 2010: Working on Third Studio Album
In an October 2010 interview, Jordin Sparks revealed that she had begun working on her third studio album.
October 18, 2010: Beauty and the Beast Music Video Release
On October 18, 2010, Jordin Sparks released a music video for her cover of "Beauty and the Beast" which was part of the soundtrack for the DVD/Blu-ray re-release of the Disney animated film.
November 2010: Recording Album in New York and Arizona
During an interview with Good Day New York in November 2010, Jordin Sparks confirmed that she would be recording her album in New York and Arizona.
2010: Broadway Debut in In The Heights
In 2010, Jordin Sparks made her stage debut as Nina Rosario in the musical In The Heights.
January 2011: Working with John Legend
In January 2011, it was reported that Jordin Sparks and John Legend were working on songs together in the studio.
March 2011: Music Video for "The World I Knew"
In March 2011, Jordin Sparks recorded a music video for a song called "The World I Knew" for the film, African Cats.
May 5, 2011: Release of Non-Album Single
On May 5, 2011, it was revealed that Jordin Sparks would release a non-album single, "I Am Woman".
May 13, 2011: Voice over on Team Umizoomi
On May 13, 2011, Jordin Sparks did a voice over on Team Umizoomi as the Blue Mermaid.
June 16, 2011: Bikini Shoot for People's Most Amazing Bodies
On June 16, 2011, Jordin Sparks had her first-ever bikini shoot for the cover of People's Most Amazing Bodies issue.
July 28, 2011: Performed live surprise concert in Times Square
On July 28, 2011, Jordin Sparks performed a live surprise concert in Times Square.
August 2011: No Release Date for Third Album
In an August 2011 interview, Jordin Sparks stated there was no scheduled release date for her third album, which was still in production.
September 12, 2011: Cast in Sparkle
On September 12, 2011, it was announced that Jordin Sparks would be making her feature film debut playing the lead role in the music-themed pic Sparkle.
October 7, 2011: RCA Music Group Disbands Jive, Arista, and J Records
On October 7, 2011, RCA Music Group announced it was disbanding Jive Records along with Arista Records and J Records. Jordin Sparks would release future material on the RCA Records brand.
November 14, 2011: "Angels Are Singing" for ABC Family
On November 14, 2011, it was announced that Jordin Sparks had recorded an original song called "Angels Are Singing" as a part of ABC Family's "12 Dates of Christmas".
February 2012: Sales Figures and VH1 Ranking
As of February 2012, Jordin Sparks had sold 1.3 million albums and 10.2 million singles in the United States. She was also ranked at number 92 on VH1's list of the "100 Greatest Women in Music".
February 29, 2012: "It Girl" Remix with Jason Derulo
On February 29, 2012, Jordin Sparks was featured in the remix of her boyfriend Jason Derulo's single "It Girl", which included a video of home videos and pictures.
March 2012: Released second fragrance
In March 2012, Jordin Sparks released her second fragrance, Fascinate, exclusively with Dots Fashions.
May 21, 2012: "Celebrate" Song Premiere
On May 21, 2012, "Celebrate", the last song Whitney Houston recorded with Jordin Sparks, premiered at RyanSeacrest.com.
May 30, 2012: "Celebrate" Music Video Filming
On May 30, 2012, the accompanying music video for "Celebrate" was filmed over 2 days.
June 4, 2012: "Celebrate" Video Sneak Peek
On June 4, 2012, a sneak peek of the music video for "Celebrate" premiered on Entertainment Tonight.
July 23, 2012: Production Begins on "The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete"
Production on the George Tillman Jr-directed film "The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete" began on July 23, 2012, in Brooklyn, starring Jordin Sparks.
July 24, 2012: Starring in "The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete"
On July 24, 2012, it was officially announced that Jordin Sparks would star in her second film, an indie drama titled "'The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete'".
August 9, 2012: Third Album in Production
On August 9, 2012, Jordin Sparks stated in an interview with Billboard that she had about seven songs set so far for her third album, going for more of the R&B side.
August 17, 2012: Release of 'Sparkle' Movie
The film 'Sparkle', starring both Jordin Sparks and Whitney Houston, was released on August 17, 2012, in the United States.
October 22, 2012: Announced releasing her third fragrance
On October 22, 2012, it was announced that Jordin Sparks would be releasing her third fragrance Ambition.
November 8, 2012: Released third fragrance, "Ambition"
On November 8, 2012, Jordin Sparks' third fragrance Ambition, was released in retail stores such as Bon-Ton.
December 1, 2012: Fragrance launch party in Milwaukee
On December 1, 2012, Jordin Sparks presented her fragrance Ambition at an official launch party in Milwaukee.
December 16, 2012: VH1 Divas Performance
Jordin Sparks performed on VH1 Divas 2012 with fellow singers Miley Cyrus, Kelly Rowland and Ciara. The show premiered on December 16, 2012. Sparks joined singers Ledisi and Melanie Fiona in a tribute to Whitney Houston.
2012: Film debut in Sparkle
In 2012, Jordin Sparks made her film debut in Sparkle.
2012: VH1 Save The Music Foundation Ambassador
Jordin Sparks was named the "VH1 Save The Music Foundation Ambassador" again for 2012.
May 2013: Agreement with RCA Records
In May 2013, Jordin Sparks announced that she and RCA Records had finally come to an agreement about releasing new material and she asked fans for their opinions on the delay of her third album.
July 22, 2013: Promotional Track Release
On July 22, 2013, it was announced that the first promotional track from Jordin Sparks' upcoming third studio album would be released in August.
August 1, 2013: "Skipping a Beat" Release
The song "Skipping a Beat" was officially released on August 1, 2013, as a promotional track. It became available for download on August 13.
August 9, 2013: Cast in 'Left Behind'
On August 9, 2013, it was announced that Jordin Sparks had signed on to join the cast of the action science fiction-thriller film 'Left Behind'.
October 7, 2013: Guest Star in CSI
On October 7, 2013, it was announced that Jordin Sparks would guest star in an upcoming episode in the fourteenth season of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
November 20, 2013: CSI Episode Airs
On November 20, 2013, the CSI season episode, "Check In & Check Out", in which Jordin Sparks guest-starred as Alison Stone, aired.
December 9, 2013: Release of "This Is My Wish"
On December 9, 2013, Jordin Sparks partnered with Glade and the Young People's Chorus of New York City to release a brand new Christmas holiday anthem "This Is My Wish", available for free download.
2013: Acting roles in Lifetime film and CSI
In 2013, Jordin Sparks played Abby in the Lifetime Television romantic Christmas film Dear Secret Santa, which premiered on November 30. Sparks also guest starred on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
December 31, 2013: End of "This Is My Wish" Free Download
December 31, 2013, was the last day the song "This Is My Wish" was made available for free download through Glade's official website.
January 2014: Re-recording Album
Since January 2014, Jordin Sparks had been re-recording and writing new material for her third album after being released from RCA records.
May 8, 2014: Hosting Billboard Music Awards Red Carpet
On May 8, 2014, it was announced that Jordin Sparks would be hosting the 2014 Billboard Music Awards 'Samsung Red Carpet'.
August 15, 2014: Joining Louder Than Life
On August 15, 2014, it was announced that Jordin Sparks was now a part of the Louder than Life roster.
August 2014: Signing with 'Louder than Life' Announced
In August 2014, an official announcement of Jordin Sparks's signing to Salaam Remi's new label imprint 'Louder than Life', a subsidiary of Sony Music, was released.
September 30, 2014: Promotional Single Released
On September 30, 2014, Jordin Sparks's label released a promotional single for Left Behind, titled "I Wish We'd All Been Ready".
November 18, 2014: Speculation about New Single Release
On November 18, 2014, speculation arose from Jordin Sparks's announcement to Lance Bass that a single would be released.
November 25, 2014: New Music Release Announced
On November 25, 2014, Jordin Sparks announced that new music would be released that day, following up with the official release of "How Bout Now", which debuted on the 'LALeakers' SoundCloud page.
December 15, 2014: "It Ain't You" Release
On December 15, 2014, the single "It Ain't You" from Jordin Sparks's mixtape #ByeFelicia, was released as a promotional single and first off from Sparks's third album.
2014: Ended relationship with Jason Derulo
In 2014, Jordin Sparks ended her three-year relationship with Jason Derulo.
2014: Release of #ByeFelicia Mixtape
In 2014, after a five-year absence from music, Jordin Sparks released her debut mixtape, #ByeFelicia, after signing with Salaam Remi's record label.
February 11, 2015: "Double Tap" Pre-Order
On February 11, 2015, Jordin Sparks's single "Double Tap" became available for pre-order.
August 21, 2015: Album Release Date Set
On August 21, 2015, Jordin Sparks's album was officially set for release.
2015: Release of "Right Here Right Now" Album
In 2015, Jordin Sparks released her third studio album, Right Here Right Now, which received critical praise despite a commercial decline.
May 2016: Cast in God Bless the Broken Road
In May 2016, Jordin Sparks was cast in the feature film God Bless the Broken Road, based on the song of the same name.
May 20, 2016: Parted ways with Louder Than Life
On May 20, 2016, Jordin Sparks officially ended her association with her record company, Louder Than Life.
October 2, 2016: Food Network pilot "Keep it Simple, Sparks" aired
On October 2, 2016, Food Network broadcasted a pilot episode called "Keep it Simple, Sparks," which was intended for a potential series named Sugar and Sparks, showcasing Jordin Sparks' ambition to establish her own bakery and gain expertise in the baking sector, aided by Duff Goldman. However, the show wasn't picked up for a full season.
July 17, 2017: Married Dana Isaiah
On July 17, 2017, Jordin Sparks married Dana Isaiah (born Dana Isaiah Thomas), a fitness model, in Hawaii.
November 2017: Pregnancy announcement
In November 2017, People magazine shared the news about Jordin Sparks' pregnancy.
February 12, 2018: Recording fourth album
On February 12, 2018, Jordin Sparks mentioned in an interview with OK magazine that she was in the process of recording her fourth album. At the time, Sparks, who was unsigned, said she had already created five to six songs, drawing inspiration from her recent marriage and the birth of her son.
May 2, 2018: Birth of first child
On May 2, 2018, Jordin Sparks welcomed her first child, a son.
May 2018: Began production on reality show
In May 2018, Jordin Sparks and her husband, Dana Isaiah, initiated the production of their own reality show.
August 2018: KIN Network released web series
In August 2018, the KIN Network launched "Heart of Batter with Jordin Sparks", a web series that centered around Jordin Sparks' enthusiasm for baking.
2019: Joint EP and Broadway Debut
In 2019, Jordin Sparks launched "1990 Forever", a collaborative EP with R&B artist Elijah Blake. In that same year, Sparks made her Broadway debut as a replacement for Jenna Hunterson in Waitress, a role she fulfilled from September 16 to November 24.
June 2, 2020: Release of 'Unknown'
On June 2, 2020, Jordin Sparks made a comeback to the music scene by releasing the single "Unknown", marking her return to solo music after a five-year hiatus.
October 2020: Featured on the single "Pink"
In October 2020, Jordin Sparks was featured on the single "Pink" alongside Dolly Parton, Monica, Sara Evans and Rita Wilson. This single was released to support Breast Cancer Research.
2020: Release of "Cider & Hennessy" Album
In 2020, Jordin Sparks released her fourth album titled Cider & Hennessy.
2021: Competed on The Masked Dancer and Dancing with the Stars
In 2021, Jordin Sparks participated in The Masked Dancer as "Exotic Bird", finishing in fifth place. Furthermore, Sparks became a contestant in the thirty-first season of Dancing with the Stars, partnered with Brandon Armstrong until their elimination on October 31.
October 10, 2023: Announced "Call My Name" release
On October 10, 2023, Jordin Sparks announced the upcoming release of her new single, "Call My Name", from her upcoming album, on October 13.
October 30, 2023: Sang "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the World Series
On October 30, 2023, Jordin Sparks performed "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the third game of the 2023 World Series.
September 13, 2024: Released fifth studio album, "No Restrictions"
On September 13, 2024, Jordin Sparks released her fifth studio album, "No Restrictions".
2024: Release of "No Restrictions" Album
In 2024, Jordin Sparks released her fifth album, titled No Restrictions.
