Early Years and Talent Shows:
* Early Interest: Victoria Justice began acting and singing at a young age, participating in local talent shows and community theater productions.
* "Kids' Choice Awards" Debut: She even had a small role in a commercial that aired during the "Kids' Choice Awards" in 2002.
Breakthrough Role in "Zoey 101":
* Open Call Audition: At age 12, Victoria auditioned for a role in Nickelodeon's upcoming series "Zoey 101."
* Landing the Part: She impressed the casting directors and landed the role of Lola Martinez, a popular and fashionable student at Pacific Coast Academy.
* Series Success: "Zoey 101" became a huge hit for Nickelodeon, propelling Victoria Justice to fame.
Other Nickelodeon Ventures:
* "Spectacular!" and "The Troop": She appeared in other Nickelodeon projects, including "Spectacular!" and "The Troop," further solidifying her connection with the network.
* "Victorious": After "Zoey 101" ended, she landed the lead role in the popular teen sitcom "Victorious," playing a talented singer and actress attending Hollywood Arts High School.
Beyond Nickelodeon:
* Musical Career: Victoria Justice continued to pursue music, releasing an album and touring.
* Film and Television: She has starred in various movies and television series, including "The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let's Do the Time Warp Again" and "The Woman in the Window."
Summary:
Victoria Justice's career on Nickelodeon was a combination of talent, hard work, and a little bit of luck. Her early interest in performing, her breakthrough role in "Zoey 101," and her subsequent projects helped solidify her position as a popular Nickelodeon star.