When viewers watch their favorite movies and series, they see beautiful scenes and smiling actors, believing that these on-screen personalities have an enviable life. But is that the truth? Did all these famous actors and actresses yearn for fame and dream about it in their childhood?

Parents have a significant influence on a child's life, shaping their desires and actions. The childhood of renowned actress and singer Jennette McCurdy was no different. Jennette grew up in Garden Grove, California, with her parents and brothers, living in a house rented from her paternal grandparents. This arrangement was a source of discontent for Jennette's mother, Debra, who believed they shouldn't have to pay rent.

Despite Debra's grumbles and overall behavior, the family tried to remain unfazed. Debra was first diagnosed with breast cancer when Jennette was two years old. She endured a challenging period before entering remission. Often, Debra would recount her battle with cancer, the chemotherapy, the mastectomy, and the breast implant, causing discomfort for Jennette, who nonetheless refrained from interrupting her mother's narratives.

Jennette and her mother shared a deep bond. They spent a lot of time together, which was comfortable until a certain age. Given her mother's serious illness that could relapse at any moment, Jennette did everything in her power to prevent her mother from experiencing sadness, dissatisfaction, or tears. For instance, she could sense her mother's mood from her facial expressions, sighs, and gaze. Once, when her father, Mark Eugene McCurdy, came home late again, Jennette anticipated a quarrel. To preempt this, she hugged her mother and expressed her love, hoping to soothe her. Unfortunately, it didn't work, and Debra sent her husband to sleep in the car, a frequent occurrence.

Jennette disliked being confined to the house. She preferred going anywhere else tostaying within those walls. Therefore, she relished attending the church services her mother started going to during her illness. At church, Jennette found peace and had control over her thoughts, not succumbing to her mother's wishes.