Jordin Sparks is an American singer and actress who first shot to fame through the television reality show ‘American Idol’, back in 2007. She started singing since she was a toddler and participated in several reality shows during her childhood. She then attended the auditions of ‘American Idol’ where contestants from all over America were competing hard for a spot. Although she failed in her first attempt, Jordin Sparks managed to get selected in her second try. She went on to win the show and since then there has been no looking back for Jordin Sparks. In a span of a decade, she has performed at several venues, released 3 albums and several singles. Most of her tracks have ended up becoming chartbusters and have even earned her several award nominations, including a Grammy. In a 2008 event which was attended by former US President George Bush and his wife Laura, Jordin Sparks sang the national anthem. Her rendition impressed George Bush, who praised her talent. Apart from singing, Jordin Sparks has also worked in several flicks and has even shared screen space with the famous actor Nicholas Cage.