While Carly and her cast members explained Sams on-screen absence, theres of course a reason actress Jennette didnt return to the show. In March Jennette revealed she had quit the entertainment industry completely, saying she was “ashamed” of some of the characters she played in the past.

Is Sam mentioned in the New iCarly?

The latest 2000s show to get a streaming service reboot is iCarly, but the new version is missing a key character—Sam Puckett, the former best friend of Carly, who was played by Jennette McCurdy. In reality, McCurdy turned down the chance to appear in the Paramount+ reboot because she quit acting a few years ago.

Are Sam and cat friends in real life?

Ariana and Jennette were best friends in real life prior to and during the development Sam & Cat, often saying how close they were in live chats and other media, but after the shows ending in 2014, there was speculation that they had a feud.

Is iCarly coming back in 2020?

When will the iCarly revival premiere? Its official, the iCarly reboot will premiere on Paramount+ on June 17th. Miranda Cosgrove and the rest of the cast revealed the news in honor of Mirandas birthday.

Was Obama actually on iCarly?

First Lady Obama guest-starred as herself in iCarlys season 4 episode iMeet The First Lady. She appears in the episode lauding Carly, Sam and Freddie for their love and support of Carlys father Colonel Steven Shay.

Why was Michelle Obama on iCarly?

Obama said she agreed to appear on “iCarly” because Malia and Sasha are big fans of the show and its main character (played by actress Miranda Cosgrove) is the daughter of an Air Force Colonel deployed overseas.