Jordin Sparks Biography: Age, Husband, Height, Net Worth, Songs, Movies & TV Shows, American Idol

Jordin Brianna Sparks-Thomas is famously known as Jordin Sparks is a celebrated American singer, songwriter, and actress, best known for winning the sixth season of American Idol at age 17, making her the youngest winner in the show’s history.

Her powerful vocals, engaging performances in films like Sparkle, and contributions to the music industry have established her as a versatile and influential figure in global entertainment, inspiring fans with her talent and resilience.

Profile

• Full Name: Jordin Brianna Sparks-Thomas
• Stage Name: Jordin Sparks
• Born: December 22, 1989
• Age: 35 years old
• Birthplace: Phoenix, Arizona, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Actress, Producer, Businesswoman
• Height: 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m)
• Parents: Phillippi Sparks and Jodi Wiedmann Sparks
• Siblings: Phillippi “PJ” Sparks Jr.
• Spouse: Dana Isaiah Thomas
• Children: Dana Isaiah Thomas Jr.
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $8 million USD

Early Life and Education

Jordin Sparks was born on December 22, 1989, in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, to Phillippi Sparks, a former professional football player for the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys, and Jodi Wiedmann Sparks, a homemaker of German, English, Scottish, and Norwegian descent.

Raised in an evangelical Christian household, she grew up alongside her younger brother, Phillippi “PJ” Sparks Jr., who played football at Arizona Christian University and the University of North Dakota.

Her family moved to Ridgewood, New Jersey, during her childhood due to her father’s NFL career, exposing her to diverse environments.

Her multiracial heritage (African-American from her father, European from her mother) and strong Christian faith shaped her disciplined and compassionate approach to life and career.

Career

Jordin Sparks began her career performing the national anthem at local sports events for teams like the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Cardinals.

At age 12, she won awards at the Arizona State Fair and participated in talent shows like America’s Most Talented Kids and Star Search.

In 2006, she toured with Michael W. Smith and appeared in Alice Cooper’s Christmas show, and won a plus-size modeling competition for Torrid, featured in Seventeen magazine.

Her breakthrough came in 2007 when she won the sixth season of American Idol at age 17, earning a contract with Jive Records.

Her debut single, “Tattoo” (2007), peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100, and her duet with Chris Brown, “No Air” (2008), reached number three, selling over three million copies in the U.S.

Her self-titled debut album (2007) went platinum, selling over two million copies worldwide.

Her second album, Battlefield (2009), debuted at number seven on the Billboard 200, with its title track hitting number ten and “S.O.S. (Let the Music Play)” topping the Hot Dance Club Play chart.

She ventured into acting with a guest role on The Suite Life on Deck (2009) and made her Broadway debut as Nina Rosario in In the Heights (2010).

Her film debut was as Sparkle Anderson in Sparkle (2012), where she performed songs like “Something He Can Feel” alongside Whitney Houston, with whom she also recorded the duet “Celebrate.”

Other notable acting roles include The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete (2013), Left Behind (2014) with Nicolas Cage, The Grace of Jake (2015), and God Bless the Broken Road (2018).

She voiced Daisy in Show Dogs (2018) and replaced Jenna Hunterson in the Broadway musical Waitress in 2019.

Her music continued with the mixtape #ByeFelicia (2014) and albums Right Here Right Now (2015), Cider & Hennessy (2020), and No Restrictions (2024).

In 2022, she competed on Dancing with the Stars (Season 31), finishing ninth, inspired by her son.

She co-wrote “The Way” for Ariana Grande’s 2013 album Yours Truly and is developing a TV adaptation of the TikTok series Who TF Did I Marry.

Her diverse career spans music, acting, and philanthropy, with endorsements for Avon’s Mark line and perfumes like Because of You… (2010), Fascinate (2012), and Ambition (2012).

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @jordinsparks
• Facebook Handle: Jordin Sparks
• Twitter Handle: @JordinSparks
• YouTube Channel: Jordin Sparks
• TikTok Handle: @jordinsparksofficial

Personal Life

Jordin Sparks, 35 years old, is married to fitness model Dana Isaiah Thomas.

The couple began dating in the summer of 2017, secretly married in Hawaii on July 16, 2017, and welcomed their son, Dana Isaiah Thomas Jr., on May 2, 2018.

A rumored secret marriage to Steph Jones in 2008 was unconfirmed.

In 2008, she faced a health setback due to acute vocal cord hemorrhage, requiring a month of rest.

Jordin is an evangelical Christian, attending Calvary Community Church in Phoenix, and spoke at the 2023 RootsTech conference in Salt Lake City.

She is passionate about cooking, sharing recipes on social media, and enjoys ’80s music, water parks, and reading, often getting “lost” in books.

She advocates for pet adoption, animal welfare, and education through her involvement with the Family Legacy Organization in Zambia.

Her fitness routine includes yoga, mountain climbing, and Zumba, helping her lose 50 pounds by 2012.

Jordin has multiple tattoos, loves baking (featured on Cleo TV’s Heart of the Batter), and has a fear of dark water despite being a strong swimmer.

Discography

• Jordin Sparks (2007) – Studio Album, Platinum (RIAA)
• Battlefield (2009) – Studio Album
• #ByeFelicia (2014) – Mixtape
• Right Here Right Now (2015) – Studio Album
• Cider & Hennessy (2020) – Studio Album
• No Restrictions (2024) – Studio Album

Notable Singles:

• “Tattoo” (2007)
• “No Air” feat. Chris Brown (2008)
• “One Step at a Time” (2008)
• “Battlefield” (2009)
• “S.O.S. (Let the Music Play)” (2009)
• “I Am Woman” (2011)
• “Celebrate” with Whitney Houston (2012)
• “Double Tap” feat. 2 Chainz (2015)
• “Real Love” with Elijah Blake (2020)

Other:

• “The Way” (co-writer for Ariana Grande, 2013)
• “Something He Can Feel” (Sparkle soundtrack, 2012)

Filmography

• American Idol (2007) – Herself (Winner, TV Series)
• The Suite Life on Deck (2009) – Herself (Guest Role, TV Series)
• Big Time Rush (2010) – Herself (Guest Role, TV Series)
• Team Umizoomi (2010–2011) – Blue Mermaid (Voice, TV Series)
• In the Heights (2010) – Nina Rosario (Broadway Musical)
• Sparkle (2012) – Sparkle Anderson (Lead Role, Film)
• The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete (2013) – Alice (Supporting Role, Film)
• Dear Secret Santa (2013) – Abby (Lead Role, TV Movie)
• Left Behind (2014) – Shasta Carvell (Supporting Role, Film)
• CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2015) – Kira Dellinger (Guest Role, TV Series)
• The Grace of Jake (2015) – Nicole Lovely (Supporting Role, Film)
• Zoe Ever After (2016) – Guest Role (TV Series)
• Time After Time (2017) – Arlene Cole (Guest Role, TV Series)
• Show Dogs (2018) – Daisy (Voice, Film)
• God Bless the Broken Road (2018) – Bridgette (Supporting Role, Film)
• Waitress (2019) – Jenna Hunterson (Broadway Musical)
• The Masked Dancer (2020) – Exotic Bird (Contestant, TV Series, 5th Place)
• Dancing with the Stars (2022) – Herself (Contestant, TV Series, 9th Place)

Net Worth

Jordin Sparks has an estimated net worth of $8 million USD.

Her wealth is derived from her successful music career, with over 1.3 million albums and 10.2 million singles sold in the U.S. by 2012, including hits like “No Air” and “Tattoo.”

Additional income comes from her acting roles in Sparkle, Left Behind, and Broadway’s In the Heights and Waitress, as well as her business ventures, including her clothing line “Sparks” with Wet Seal and perfumes Because of You…, Fascinate, and Ambition.