Jordin Sparks

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Jordin Sparks may have been the youngest American Idol when she won the title on the reality show's sixth season, but the Glendale, AZ, resident had already packed plenty of accomplishments into 17 years. The daughter of Phillippi Sparks, former left cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys and former defensive back for the New York Giants, Sparks had no formal vocal training, but showed a flair for singing while still a toddler and was drawn to performing of all kinds at an early age. By her early teens, Sparks was singing, acting in plays and modeling, and already winning acclaim for her talents. Along with performing with Alice Cooper and Michael W. Smith, she was Coca Cola's Rising Star in 2002 and made her recording debut with 2003's For Now EP with CCM artist Matthew Ward and engineer Gary Leach. The following year, she won two awards at the 2004 Gospel Music Association Academy, placed second overall in that year's Music in the Rockies competition, and appeared on America's Most Talented Kids twice. In 2006, she won a plus-size model search held by the Torrid clothing line and appeared in an ad for Torrid in the December issue of Seventeen magazine. That year, Sparks also auditioned for American Idol, performing in the Los Angeles tryouts; while she didn't make the cut, she later won the American Idol-affiliated contest Arizona Idol, which allowed her to audition again for the show in Seattle. She made it through to Hollywood on the strength of her rendition of Celine Dion's "Because You Loved Me" and found a place among the 12 American Idol finalists early in 2007. Her performances of songs such as "I (Who Have Nothing)" and "Hey Baby" showed her charm and versatility, and soon made her a fan favorite. Like fellow American Idols Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Taylor Hicks, Sparks was never in the bottom two or three performers throughout the entire competition. Ultimately, Sparks beat out Blake Lewis and Melinda Doolittle to become the sixth American Idol on May 23, 2007. Her debut single, "This Is My Now," was released soon after the show's May finale, and Sparks spent that summer appearing on the American Idol tour. She also began working on material for her album, reteaming with Leach on songs that were previewed on her website. The single "Tattoo" preceded her self-titled debut album, which arrived in time for the 2007 holiday season. It also spawned the 2008 hit "No Air", which featured Chris Brown and peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Sparks returned in summer 2009 with Battlefield, which was heralded by its namesake single. ~ Heather Phares, Rovi

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Music

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  • Jordin Sparks, Melanie Fiona & Ledisi Perform A Tribute To Whitney Houston
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    Jordin Sparks, Melanie Fiona & Ledisi Perform A Tribute To Whitney Houston
  • Celebrate (From the Motion Picture "Sparkle")
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    Celebrate (From the Motion Picture "Sparkle")
  • The World I Knew (from Disneynature's African Cats)
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    The World I Knew (from Disneynature's African Cats)
  • VH1 Divas 2009: Jordin Sparks Performs "S.O.S. (Let the Music Play)"
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    VH1 Divas 2009: Jordin Sparks Performs "S.O.S. (Let the Music Play)"
  • VH1 Divas 2009: Jordin Sparks and Martina McBride Perform "A Broken Wing"
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    VH1 Divas 2009: Jordin Sparks and Martina McBride Perform "A Broken Wing"
  • On The Set of "Tattoo"
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    On The Set of "Tattoo"
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    • No Air duet with Chris Brown (Main Version)
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    • One Step At A Time (Main Version)
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Interviews & Exclusives

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  • Red Carpet Report: Jordin Sparks
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    Red Carpet Report: Jordin Sparks
  • Whitney Houston Tribute Had Jordin Sparks Feeling 'Pressure'
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    Whitney Houston Tribute Had Jordin Sparks Feeling 'Pressure'
  • Jordin Sparks talks about her duet with Whitney Houston
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    Jordin Sparks talks about her duet with Whitney Houston
  • Red Hot Red Carpet: Grammyfest
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    Red Hot Red Carpet: Grammyfest
  • Garnier Green Room: Meet Your Diva -Jordin Sparks
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    Garnier Green Room: Meet Your Diva -Jordin Sparks
  • VH1 Divas 2009: Behind the Scenes - Jordin Sparks
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    VH1 Divas 2009: Behind the Scenes - Jordin Sparks
  • First Look At VH1 DIVAS Whitney Houston Tribute
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    First Look At VH1 DIVAS Whitney Houston Tribute
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  • Jordin Sparks Talks About 1976 'Sparkle' Star Irene Cara
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    Jordin Sparks Talks About 1976 'Sparkle' Star Irene Cara
  • Jordin Sparks Explains What She Learned From Whitney Houston
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    Jordin Sparks Explains What She Learned From Whitney Houston

Photos

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  • Abigail Breslin on the red carpet at the 2013 Teen Choice Awards on August 11, 2013.
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    Abigail Breslin on the red carpet at the 2013 Teen Choice Awards on August 11, 2013.
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  • Jordin Sparks on the red carpet at the 2013 BET Awards.
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    Jordin Sparks on the red carpet at the 2013 BET Awards.
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  • Jordin Sparks at the 2013 Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles, California. January 27, 2013.
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    Jordin Sparks at the 2013 Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles, California. January 27, 2013.
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  • Jordin Sparks gives a heartfelt tribute to Whitney Houston at the 2012 <i>Billboard</i> Music Awards
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    Jordin Sparks gives a heartfelt tribute to Whitney Houston at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards
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  • After host Russell Brand opened the 2008 show with wisecracks about the Jonas Brothers' purity rings, 'American Idol' alum Jordin Sparks defended their virginity vow with a controversial retort of her own.
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    After host Russell Brand opened the 2008 show with wisecracks about the Jonas Brothers' purity rings, 'American Idol' alum Jordin Sparks defended their virginity vow with a controversial retort of her own.
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  • Miley Cyrus, Kelly Clarkson, Jordin Sparks, Paula Abdul, Jennifer Hudson, Adele, and Leona Lewis perform during the 2009 VH1 Divas at BAM on September 17, 2009 in New York City.
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    Miley Cyrus, Kelly Clarkson, Jordin Sparks, Paula Abdul, Jennifer Hudson, Adele, and Leona Lewis perform during the 2009 VH1 Divas at BAM on September 17, 2009 in New York City.
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  • Stevie Wonder and Jordin Sparks attend 2009 VH1 Divas at Brooklyn Academy of Music on September 17, 2009 in New York City
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    Stevie Wonder and Jordin Sparks attend 2009 VH1 Divas at Brooklyn Academy of Music on September 17, 2009 in New York City
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  • Jordin Sparks and Stevie Wonder backstage at VH1 Divas at Brooklyn Academy of Music
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    Jordin Sparks and Stevie Wonder backstage at VH1 Divas at Brooklyn Academy of Music
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  • Jordin Sparks backstage at VH1 Divas at Brooklyn Academy of Musicic
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    Jordin Sparks backstage at VH1 Divas at Brooklyn Academy of Musicic
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  • Jordin Sparks and Martina McBride perform during the 2009 VH1 Divas at BAM on September 17, 2009 in New York City.
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    Jordin Sparks and Martina McBride perform during the 2009 VH1 Divas at BAM on September 17, 2009 in New York City.
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News

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    Jordin Sparks’ New Music Report
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    The New Music Report is pleased to welcome a special guest host for this week's guide to the best fresh releases: American Idol winner and "Tattoo" si...
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    Jordin Sparks Heads To Broadway For 'In The Heights'
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    , finishing up at the Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis, Wisconsin. Last week, Sparks joined U.S. Secretary ... Jordin Sparks Heads To Broadway For '...
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    'We Are the World' Remake Leaves Jordin Sparks, Tyrese, Celine Dion Starstruck
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    Dion get into a room together, they'd be too jaded to get starstruck by the other A ... 'We Are the World' Remake Leaves Jordin Sparks, Tyrese, Celine...
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    V Playlist: Jason Derulo, Eve, Joe Budden, Jordin Sparks, Consequence, Lil' Mo
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    Sparks hits us with her new single off her upcoming untitled album. [Props: ThatGrapeJuice] 5. Consequence "Waited Too Long" (Ryan Leslie Version) A d...
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    It's Official! Jason Derulo and Jordin Sparks Are a Couple
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    Near death experiences always make a person realize that their life should be valued because in one split second it can be gone. Singer Jason Derulo r...
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    Adam Lambert, Jordin Sparks Pay Tribute to Whitney Houston, Donna Summer At 'VH1 Divas': Watch | Billboard
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    bare-chested male dancers. In other words, Adam Lambert's Sunday night... And VH1 Divas 2012, which featured the American Idol season eight runner-up ...
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    Jason Derulo, Jordin Sparks Record 'Ugly' For 'Beautiful' Album
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    Jason Derulo is not only singing about love on his new single, "The Other Side," but he also took it to the studio with him for some inspiration.The s...
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    Jason Derulo, Jordin Sparks Pairing Up for 'A Few Songs Together'
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    The real-life couple will each use a collaborative track on their upcoming albums, Derulo says. Couple Jason Derulo and Jordin Sparks have taken their...
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    Jordin Sparks Serenades 'Lover, Gangsta' Jason Derulo
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    that he's learned to try to prevent doing much damage."We kind of butt heads in the studio, a little bit," Derulo told MTV News about collaborating. "...
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    Jordin Sparks Engaged to Jason Derulo? Singer Plays Coy About a Huge Ring
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    On the eve of the release of boyfriend Jason Derulo's new single "Marry Me," Jordin Sparks was spotted covering up a giant, sparkling diamond on her l...
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Discography

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  • Battlefield (2009)
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  • For Now (2006)
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    For Now (2006)
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