Jillian Shea Spaeder is a performer and actress from the United States. She is currently starring as Bailey in ‘Walk the Prank’ on Disney XD. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, she has always had a passion for performing. Spaeder began singing as a child and performed solo in secondary school and community theater productions. Early on, her family recognized her ambitions and potential and decided to relocate to Los Angeles, where she received acting training. Spaeder made her acting début in “Cinderella: A Musical Pantomime,” where she portrayed Flea. In 2015, she made her first appearance on television, portraying McKenna in the television series Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. She subsequently portrayed several characters in “OMG!” and made her film début in 2016 with the critically acclaimed film “Theatre and Me’s the Bully.” In the same year, she landed her most significant role to date in “Walk the Prank.” As an aspiring singer, she frequently performs with Crow’s Feet, her parents’ cover ensemble.
Ascend to Fame
Jillian Spaeder made her screen début in 2015 as McKenna in the second season episode of the Nickelodeon comedy series ‘Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn’ titled ‘Unhappy Campers.’ She chose “OMG!” as her next endeavor because it gave her the opportunity to portray multiple characters. In 2016, she made her debut on the big screen in the Marcus A. Siler-directed film Theatre and I’s the Bully.
She was then cast in the American comedy series ‘Walk the Prank,’ in which four children attempt to pull pranks on random individuals. On April 1, 2016, Disney XD broadcasted the series premiere episode. Spaeder, who portrays Bailey, has appeared in all 51 episodes of the program to date. Currently, in its third season, it also airs on Disney Channel and Disney XD.
Jillian’s Personal Life
Jillian was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 27, 2002, to Bill and Sharon Spaeder. Her mother is a freelance writer, while her father is a software engineer. Along with Pat Doyle, Larry Clark, and Joe Ruggiero, they founded the cover band Crow’s Feet and frequently perform at various Philadelphia nightclubs and venues. Evan and Emma are Spaeder’s elder brothers and sisters, respectively.
Growing up in a musical environment, Spaeder’s appreciation for music was practically innate. Her parents were instrumental in shaping her musical abilities and preferences. She began singing quite young in life. However, her passion for acting came afterward. After she began attending Sugartown Elementary School, she made her stage début as a Flea in the People’s Light & Theatre Company’s production of “Cinderella: The Musical Panto.”
She was in her 11th year. She met her manager at a performing arts seminar in Hollywood the following summer. She offered to represent Spaeder as a result of her admiration for him. She also suggested to Spaeder and her parents that they relocate to Los Angeles. During her two-month stay in Hollywood, Spaeder participated in multiple auditions.
She received training from private acting instructors and attended workshops at John D’Aquino’s Young Actors Studio after relocating to Los Angeles and settling in. In addition, she attended classes at The Actor’s Comedy Studio and Gray Studios. Spaeder and Emma, her elder sister, have both performed with Crow’s Feet. She has covered popular compositions by Billy Joel, Alicia Keys, and Adele, among others.
Estimated Net Worth
Jillian is one of the wealthiest and most renowned television actresses. According to our research, Wikipedia, Forbes, and Business Insider, Jillian Shea Spaeder has a $5 million net worth.