Celebrities Who Got Their Start on Nickelodeon

We Have Nickelodeon to Thank For Giving These Celebrities Their Starts

Don't you love when you absolutely forget how your favourite stars' careers got started? Like, excuse me, but we did not remember that Zendaya was on Nickelodeon because all we can see is Rue on Euphoria when we picture the star. But she and others were on the TV shows that shaped your perception of friendships, school, and beyond. Those stars are now living totally different lives, but you might still be watching them in other shows and movies. It really makes you wonder (and worry) where the time has gone. But let's think of it in a positive way, because who doesn't love a little nostalgia? It'll put you in the mood to snack on a Go-Gurt and Fun Dip (which we fully encourage as well).

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1. Ariana Grande

Remember when Ariana was rocking bright red hair on Victorious and Sam & Cat? Her hair is now a different colour and her priority is keeping us dancing with her hit songs, like "Don't Call Me Angel," "Boyfriend," and "Thank U, Next."

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2. Keke Palmer

After starring in Akeelah and the Bee, Keke became a more household name as the star of Nickelodeon's True Jackson, VP, and has done a lot of acting since then. Her role in Hustlers, alongside Jennifer Lopez and many others, is a particular standout.

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3. Dylan Minnette

One of Dylan's very first appearances on TV was on Nickelodeon's Drake & Josh. Now he's known for his role as Clay Jensen on 13 Reasons Why and his band Wallows, in which he sings and plays guitar.

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4. Lilimar

You might know Lilimar from Nickelodeon's Knight Squad, but that's not her first show on the network. She started out on Bella and the Bulldogs a few years before.

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5. Zendaya

Did you know that Zendaya made an appearance on iCarly? It was in one of those fake commercials, so she's come a long way. Recently, she's appeared in The Greatest Showman and Euphoria.

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6. Justin Prentice

Justin got his start with small roles on Victorious and iCarly. He's done a lot since then, but you probably know him best as Bryce Walker on 13 Reasons Why.

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7. Daniella Perkins

Daniella first started on the network on Legendary Dudas and has continued her Nickelodeon career on Knight Squad, as well as in Netflix's Red Ruby.

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8. Miranda Cosgrove

Before she made a name for herself on Drake & Josh, Miranda made cameos on two other Nickelodeon shows: Zoey 101 and Unfabulous. She went on to star in iCarly and still continues to work her acting skills.

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9. Nat and Alex Wolff

These adorable brothers from The Naked Brothers Band have certainly grown up. Both Nat and Alex continue to act and run a joint Instagram account. It's good to see that they're just as close as ever!