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Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman ( zen-DAY-ə; born September 1, 1996) is an American actress and singer. Her accolades include two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award, and Time included her as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2022. Her films as a leading actress have grossed over $3.9 billion worldwide. Born in Oakland, California, Zendaya began her career as a child model and backup dancer before gaining prominence for her role as Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up (2010–2013). She then starred in and produced the channel's sitcom K.C. Undercover (2015–2018). For her performance as Rue Bennett, a struggling drug-addicted teenager in the HBO teen drama series Euphoria (2019–present), Zendaya won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, becoming the youngest performer to win in the category, and a Golden Globe Award. Zendaya made her feature film debut as Michelle in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017). She reprised her role in its sequels Far From Home (2019) and No Way Home (2021), as well as in the upcoming Brand New Day (2026). She has also starred in the musical The Greatest Showman (2017), the romantic films Malcolm & Marie (2021) and Challengers (2024), The Drama (2026) and as Chani in the science fiction films Dune (2021) and Dune: Part Two (2024), as well as in the upcoming Dune: Part Three (2026). In 2011, Zendaya released the singles "Swag It Out" and "Watch Me", the latter a collaboration with Bella Thorne. Signed to Hollywood Records, she released her self-titled debut studio album in 2013. Its lead single, "Replay" was a moderate success, peaking within the top 40 of the US Billboard Hot 100. Her duet with Zac Efron, "Rewrite the Stars", from The Greatest Showman soundtrack (2017), charted in the top 20 and achieved multi-platinum status in various countries. She has also written and performed several songs for Euphoria.
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What did Zendaya wear to The Odyssey premiere? Her Schiaparelli gown has a surprising inspiration
The Wait-and-See Wedding Era: Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Zendaya and More Create Fervor Without Photos
#TSRFashion: #Zendaya is on a generation run with these movie premiere looks 😮💨🔥! ✍🏾: #TSRStaffST
From Sterling to Quinta and Zendaya, meet the Black nominees leading this year's Emmy conversation
‘Dune 3’ Trailer: Timothée Chalamet and Denis Villeneuve Unleash Action-Packed Scenes With More Zendaya, Jason Momoa and Sandworms
‘Dune 3’ Trailer: Timothée Chalamet and Denis Villeneuve Unleash Action-Packed Scenes With More Zendaya, Jason Momoa and Sandworms
Zendaya and Anne Hathaway Dazzle at ‘The Odyssey’ Premieres and More Celeb Red Carpet Photos: July 2026
Zendaya gets third Emmy nom for lead actress in ‘Euphoria’ amid a blockbuster year
Zendaya Wraps ‘Euphoria’ Run With Third Emmy Nomination & Continues To Chase Awards History
Zendaya on having a “cultural understanding” of #TheOdyssey before reading it, her fascination with Greek mythology and playing Athena.
‘The Odyssey’ World Premiere Sees Stars Including Zendaya, Matt Damon and More Praise Christopher Nolan’s Epic: ‘This Was His Magnum Opus’
Zendaya Was So Cold on First Day of ‘The Odyssey’ Filming That Her ‘Mouth Was Frozen’ and She Couldn’t Say Her Lines; Nolan Calls Her ‘Always Perfect’
Tom Holland names the Odyssey costar who was his 'safety blanket' on set — and it's not Zendaya
Tom Holland has three words for Zendaya after she admits first date to Andrew Garfield's Spider
Breaking Down Zendaya and Tom Holland’s ‘Spider-Man’ Press Tour Looks: From London to Amsterdam and More
Zendaya puts a modern spin on the classic 1950s Rolex Lady-Datejust watch for 'Spider-Man' tour - Harper's BAZAAR
Zendaya Wows in Vintage John Galliano for 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Photocall in London with Husband Tom Holland
Tom Holland and Zendaya take London for #SpiderManBrandNewDay press 🕸️ View the full gallery of their press tour looks here: https://deadline.com/gallery/spider-man-brand-new-day-red-carpet-photos-zendaya-tom-holland/ (Videos: Getty)
#TSRFashion: Make some commotion for the back of the dress! 😍 #Zendaya ATE at the Spider-Man event in London. 🔥 (📸: @gettyimages) ✍🏾: #TSRStaffLG
Zendaya at Spider-Man: Brand New Day photocall in London, England - June 25, 2026
Tom Holland calls Zendaya by real name in eye-opening video shedding light on personal life
Zendaya And Tom Holland's ‘Spider-Man’ Press Tour Looks Are A Masterclass In Couples Styling
Zendaya Stuns in Vintage $35 Spider-Man T-Shirt for ‘Brand New Day’ Event in Paris
Zendaya Wears $35 Spider-Man T-Shirt to ‘Brand New Day’ Fan Event in Paris: ‘Style Doesn’t Always Have to Cost a Fortune’
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