Jerry Trainor Biography: Movies, TV Shows, Partner, Age, Parents, Siblings, Net Worth, Career

Jerry Trainor is an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Spencer Shay on Nickelodeon’s Drake & Josh and iCarly.

Born on January 21, 1977, in San Diego, California, he studied Theatre Arts before launching his acting career. Jerry is also a voice actor and musician.

Profile

• Full Name: Jerry Edward Trainor
• Stage Name: Jerry Trainor
• Born: January 21, 1977
• Age: 48 years
• Birthplace: San Diego, California, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Comedian, Musician
• Height: 5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
• Parents: Madelyn Trainor, Bill Trainor
• Siblings: Liz Trainor
• Spouse/Partner: Jessica Makinson
• Children: None
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $8 million

Early Life and Education

Jerry Trainor was born on January 21, 1977, in San Diego, California, United States, he is 48 years old.

He was raised in a supportive and creative household by his parents, Madelyn Trainor, a retired high school calculus teacher, and Bill Trainor, a retired Navy fighter pilot. Jerry grew up alongside his sister, Liz Trainor.

He is of Caucasian ethnicity and follows the Christian faith. For his education, Jerry attended the University of San Diego High School (now Cathedral Catholic High School).

After graduating, he went on to study theatre at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he earned a degree in Theatre Arts. He later received further training in improvisation and comedy at the prestigious Groundlings school in Los Angeles, which helped refine his skills and prepare him for a career in entertainment.

Career

Jerry Trainor is best known for his role as Spencer Shay on the popular Nickelodeon series Drake & Josh (2004–2007). He gained widespread recognition and acclaim playing the quirky and lovable character Spencer Shay, which helped him establish a fan base among younger audiences.

After Drake & Josh, Trainor became a household name for his role as Dr. Spencer Shay on the hit Nickelodeon series iCarly (2007–2012). He reprised this role in the 2021 iCarly revival series, showing his lasting connection to the franchise.

Besides acting, Jerry has ventured into voice acting, lending his voice to characters in animated series such as Adventure Time and Star vs. the Forces of Evil. He also performs as a musician and comedian, showcasing his versatility in entertainment.

Awards and Nominations

Jerry Trainor has received several nominations and awards, particularly for his role in Nickelodeon shows, including:

• Kids’ Choice Awards nominations for Favorite TV Sidekick for iCarly
• Various fan-voted awards recognizing his comedic performances on children’s television

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @jerrytrainor
• Facebook handle: Jerry Trainor
• Twitter handle: @jerrytrainor

Personal Life

Jerry Trainor, the American actor and comedian best known for his role as Spencer Shay on Nickelodeon’s Drake & Josh and iCarly, has been in a long-term romantic relationship with American actress Jessica Makinson.

The couple has been together since May 16, 2008, and although they are not officially married, their enduring relationship has lasted for well over a decade.

Before his relationship with Jessica, Jerry was romantically linked to a few others in the entertainment industry. He has reportedly dated Samantha Aisling, Lyric Lewis, and Hannah Stewart.

Jerry does not have any children and he stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm).

Filmography

• Drake & Josh (TV Series, 2004–2007) — Spencer Shay
• iCarly (TV Series, 2007–2012, 2021 revival) — Spencer Shay
• Star vs. the Forces of Evil (Voice Role)
• Adventure Time (Voice Role)

Net Worth

Jerry Trainor has an estimated net worth of $8 million. His primary sources of income come from his long-standing career as an actor and comedian, particularly through his roles on Nickelodeon shows like Drake & Josh and iCarly.

He also earned from the iCarly revival series, which added to his income through modern streaming deals. In addition to acting, Jerry has done voice work for animated series such as T.U.F.F. Puppy and Star vs. the Forces of Evil.

He’s also a musician and plays bass in a band called Nice Enough People, which contributes to his overall earnings.