Britney Jean Spears

Britney Jean Sparrow was born in McComb (Mississippi) on December 2, 1981 and lived in Kentwood (Louisiana). Britney attended dance classes as a kid and was a superb gymnast, winning many contests. But, more than anything, Britney loved to sing. At age 8 Britney attempted to audition for The All New Mickey Mouse Club (1989) but was turned down due to her age. She was then directed to "Ruthless" Off-Broadway production, where she starred as the main character for two years. The show was re-run for The All New Mickey Mouse Club (1989) and which time, she played the mouseketeer. In the late 90s Britney was signed by Jive Recording Artist. Britney's debut album, "...Baby, was released in 1999. Britney also sold 9 million copies (as as of July 2001) of her second album "Oops !...I Do It Again" that was released in May 2000. Britney was born to Lynne Spears (and Jamie Spears) and has a huge sister, Jamie Lynn Spears. Britney was destined to be a star from a young age. Britney loved singing and was inspired by Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. Britney auditioned for The All New Mickey Mouse Club (1989-1994) on television at the age of 8. But she was too young for the role. Instead, Britney, her mother and baby sister moved to New York where she starred in a variety of TV commercials as well as an off-Broadway musical, "Ruthless", where she worked as an understudy to Natalie Portman. A few years later, her love of dance and music was a major factor. She auditioned for a second time to appear on "Mickey Mouse" and was chosen with Christina Aguilera, Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, and Justin Timberlake.