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Miranda Cosgrove Talks About Playing Margo in 'Despicable Me'

Yesterday, Miranda Cosgrove got to interview her Despicable Me co-star Steve Carell, and now he's turning the tables and grilling the 17-year-old actress about her part in the film.

Miranda voices Margo, one of three orphans who disrupt Gru's plans to steal the moon. The project was a different experience for Miranda, who hadn't done animation before.

"It's definitely way different," she says about doing animation vs. live action work. "I had a really great time though... It's fun, you have to put a lot of expression and all this stuff in the character, and I thought it was cool how they actually film you while you're doing it. Then later, they'll put in little things you do, so the character kind of looks like you a little."

 

Miranda Cosgrove Chats With Steve Carell About 'Despicable Me'

In Miranda Cosgrove new flick, Despicable Me, Steve Carell plays Gru, a bad guy and father figure to Miranda's character Margo. Gru's plan is to steal the moon, hoping to become the greatest super villain in the world.

In real life, Steve doesn't have a bad bone in his body. In fact, it's all laughs with the actor, who Miranda interviews in this new video Q&A. When she asks: "What would you steal, if you had the chance?" Steve doesn't waste the chance to poke fun of the 17-year-old.

"Okay, Miranda," he begins. "First of all, stealing is wrong. I can't even really believe you asked me that." Funny! Watch the entire interview after the jump, and find out what Steve's ideas are for his next film with Miranda. Despicable Me opens in theaters on July 9. Check out more clips from the movie on Moviefone.

 

Miranda Cosgrove Sings About Her Crush in New 'Kissin U' Video

Audiences are used to seeing Miranda Cosgrove as the star of iCarly, but now the world is going to get to know the 16-year-old on a whole new level with her forthcoming album 'Sparks Fly.' Miranda's true personality comes out on the record, beginning with her first single, 'Kissin U,' in which she sings about her current crush.

"It's about a certain guy, but I haven't told him yet, so I'm kind of hoping he hears it on the radio or something and he realizes [it's about him]," she told Ryan Seacrest in a recent radio interview.

But Miranda wouldn't reveal who the guy is. "I'm too embarrassed," she said. "What if he's listening?" After Ryan and his co-host prodded a little more, she joked that it was Shia LaBeouf, but later admitted that the guy is "kinda" famous and the same age as she is.

 

'iCarly' is Earning Miranda Cosgrove a Sweet Paycheck

At 16, Miranda Cosgrove is making quite a living. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the iCarly star has signed on to continue starring in the hit TV series, a deal that's estimated to be in the "low- to mid-seven-figure" range.

Miranda will film 26 additional episodes, which the network picked up late last year. iCarly is Nick's No. 1 live-action series and the iSaved Your Life special was Nickelodeon's highest-rated and most-watched live-action telecast ever.

Miranda will also be banking more than your average 16-year-old's allowance when she releases her debut album, 'Sparks Fly,' on April 27. Her first single, 'Kissin U,' premiered via her live Facebook chat on March 12 and was produced by Dr. Luke, who is best known for his work with Kelly Clarkson, Avril Lavigne and Ke$ha.

Miranda Cosgrove to Premiere New Single 'Kissin U' During Live Chat

Miranda Cosgrove is not only the star of iCarly and the latest face of Neutrogena, but she's also a super talented singer. The teen sensation is prepping for the release of her forthcoming album, 'Sparks Fly,' and on Friday, fans will be treated to a premiere of the first single, 'Kissin U,' during her own live Facebook chat.

By logging on to the online event, fans will be able to interact with and ask questions of the 16-year-old singer before she debuts her new single. Need an ice breaker to kick off your chat? 'Kissin U' was co-written by Miranda herself.

While 'Sparks Fly' is Miranda's first full album release, fans of the multi-talented Nickelodeon star have already heard her vocals on iCarly's theme song, 'Leave It All to Me,' as well as four additional songs performed by Miranda on the iCarly soundtrack.

Last year, she released a solo EP called 'About You Now,' just before the opening of her animated feature film Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs for which she contributed the song 'Raining Sunshine.'

 

Miranda Cosgrove Becomes the New Face of Neutrogena

Miranda Cosgrove has signed on as the new face of Neutrogena! The iCarly star joins the likes of Hayden Panettiere, Vanessa Hudgens and Emma Roberts as the beauty line's new brand ambassador, reports People.

"My friends and I have always loved the Neutrogena brand and their ability to help inspire confidence," Miranda tells the magazine. "So when I found out I was actually going to be part of the Neutrogena family I was really excited."

What made the 16-year-old stand out amongst her peers? "Miranda embodies the youthful and vibrant spirit that has always been part of the Neutrogena brand" says Jim Colleran, President of Neutrogena.

While this is a major score for Miranda's career, Neutrogena's decision also proves that the Nickelodeon actress has major star power. The beauty brand signed Hayden during the height of her TV show Heroes, Vanessa while High School Musical was a hit and Emma on the heels of he budding film career. Way to go, Miranda!


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