Jerry Trainor (full name Geraldine William) is an American film and television actor, producer and director. Fame came to him after starring in the youth TV series "iCarly", where he played Spencer Neck.
In the creative biography of the actor, there are more than 40 roles in television and film projects. He has also appeared in popular American entertainment shows and the Kids' Choice Awards.
Biography facts
The future actor was born in the United States in the winter of 1977 in the family of Madeline and William Trainor. His mother worked as a mathematics teacher at the university school, so Jerry became interested in the exact sciences at an early age.
He attended San Diego High School, which later became Cathedral Catholic High School. Jerry was one of the best students in his class in mathematics, for some time he dreamed of becoming an architect.
In middle school, the boy became interested in creativity and took an active part in the projects of the school drama studio. He has appeared in many student-directed plays, including: "Pajama Game", "The Matchmaker", "Guys and Dolls", "Up the Down Staircase", "Sugar".
By the time he graduated, Jerry changed his views on future life. Instead of choosing a profession related to scientific activity, he decided to become an actor.
According to Jerry himself, since childhood he was a real comedian who did everything to make his friends laugh at his antics and jokes.
Parents supported the son's choice and said that he himself has the right to decide who he wants to become in life. If he is attracted to creativity, then you need to do everything to get what you want and achieve success. They said the same to his sister Liz. Therefore, the children were free in their choice and knew that their parents would always support them in difficult times.
After completing his primary education, Trainor continued his studies at the Groundlings school of improvisation. For this, the young man went to Los Angeles. He then entered the University of California, Drama Department.
Later, in an interview, Trainor said that it is not so easy to come to Los Angeles and try to become an actor. But he dreamed of a career in Hollywood and was ready for anything to be in show business. It was a real challenge to himself, he was able to overcome all difficulties and achieve what he wanted.
Film career
Jerry made his film debut in 2001. He played several small roles in various projects at once: "Donnie Darko", "Evolution", "Boston School", "Faculty".
A year later, he starred in the famous TV series "Ambulance". Then in projects: "My wife and children", "Angel".
In 2006, Trainor was cast for the lead role of Spencer Neck in the youth TV series iCarly. He starred in the project for 6 seasons and gained a large army of fans. In 2009, the video game iCarly was released based on the series.
In 2008, the film "iCarly Goes to Japan" was released on television, in which Jerry reappeared as Spencer Neck.
Later, the actor played many roles in popular television and film projects, including: "Merry Christmas Drake and George", "Victoria the Winner", "Turbopes", "Best Player", "Two Broke Girls", "Sam and Cat", Henry Danger, Cover Versions, Nick Show You.
The actor also took part in the dubbing of characters in animated films: "The Star Princess and the Forces of Evil", "Penguins of Madagascar", "Turbo Agent Dudley".
Trainor tried his hand at the role of the director of one of the episodes of the project "iCarly", as well as the producer of several episodes of the TV show "Turbopes" and "The Story of Wendell and Vinnie."
Personal life
Jerry does not like to talk about his personal life. It is only known that he is a fan of comics and collects vinyl records. Whether the actor has a family is unknown.
