Happy International Women’s Month! Just finished Jennette McCurdy’s memoir, I’m Glad My Mom Died, and, honestly, the hype didn’t even do it justice. There were a lot of poignant things from the book that seemingly missed the viral excerpts and talking points. What a read! I’d definitely be interested in seeing a mini series of her life and one of her mother’s. I’m just so curious to know more about the kind of upbringing the mother had.
I’m very familiar with Jennette as I remember the massive popularity of iCarly. One of the reasons memoirs and autographies are my favorite is because you’re guaranteed to discover things about a person you otherwise just would have never known.
A few years ago I gained a new respect for Jennette when I came across an article she’d written that revealed some of the unfortunate truths that are uncovered in the book. She’s definitely a writer and storyteller. If you ever get the chance, check out her short films. She also was very talented on the shows she despised so much.
In general, I find that a lot of people have a flawed lens on children’s television shows. Are they typically masterpieces? No. But what shows are typically masterpieces? With kid shows, no matter how silly or simple the content may be, it’s still resonating. There is a reason it is popular and some type of credit has to be given. I’m just saying, it’s complimentary when kids think you’re cool (and let’s be real, like with YA and even MG novels, adults check for some of these shows too!)
I’m glad that Jennette gets to now explore her other talents, the kind that appeals to her. And hopefully life is better for her now. To continue to my other point, she clearly has a knack of telling stories, especially through writing—just like she knew and desired to do from a young age. Can’t wait to read her novel.