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Jamie Lynn Spears

Jamie Lynn Spears is an American actress and singer best known for starring as Zoey Brooks on Nickelodeon’s *Zoey 101*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jamie Lynn Spears is an American actress and singer best known for starring as Zoey Brooks on Nickelodeon’s *Zoey 101*. She is the younger sister of Britney Spears and has also worked in music, including country music. She is the mother of two daughters. In Canada, she is known through North American television and pop culture, especially *Zoey 101*, Nickelodeon programming, and coverage of the Spears family.

Early life and family

Jamie Lynn Spears was born on April 4, 1991, in McComb, Mississippi, and raised in the southern United States. She is the younger sister of pop singer Britney Spears and has one older brother, Bryan Spears.

Acting career

Spears first appeared on screen in the film *Crossroads* and later joined Nickelodeon, where she starred as Zoey Brooks in *Zoey 101*. The role made her a teen television star and is her most recognized work.

Music career

After her acting success, Spears also released music and developed a country music direction. Her debut single was released in 2013.

Personal life

Spears has two daughters. Her elder daughter, Maddie, was born in 2008, and her younger daughter, Ivey, was born in 2018.

Key facts

  • She was born on April 4, 1991, in McComb, Mississippi.
  • She is the younger sister of pop singer Britney Spears.
  • She became widely known for playing the lead role in *Zoey 101*.
  • She began her screen career with an early role in *Crossroads*.
  • She has also pursued a music career, including country music.
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Canadian context

Jamie Lynn Spears is best known in Canada through North American television and pop culture, especially *Zoey 101*, Nickelodeon programming, and coverage of the Spears family.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jamie Lynn Spears?
Jamie Lynn Spears is an American actress and singer best known for playing Zoey Brooks on *Zoey 101*.
How old is Jamie Lynn Spears?
She was born on April 4, 1991, which makes her 35 years old in 2026.
What is Jamie Lynn Spears known for?
She is known mainly for *Zoey 101* and for being Britney Spears’ younger sister.
Is Jamie Lynn Spears related to Britney Spears?
Yes. Jamie Lynn Spears is Britney Spears’ younger sister.
What happened to Jamie Lynn Spears?
She moved from child and teen acting into music and later returned to public attention through television appearances and personal memoir-related publicity. She has also spoken publicly about family and motherhood.
Does Jamie Lynn Spears have a daughter?
Yes. She has two daughters: Maddie and Ivey.

References

  1. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamie_Lynn_Spears
    Supports: Birth date, occupation, relation to Britney Spears, and role in Zoey 101.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1086604/
    Supports: Birthplace, family relations, acting credits, marriage, and children.
  3. Jamie Lynn Spears official website — https://jamielynnspears.com/about/
    Supports: Career background, Zoey 101 role, and later music focus.
  4. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/jamie-lynn-spears.html
    Supports: Birth date, age, Zoey 101 recognition, and family details.