Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman (born September 1, 1996, in Oakland, California, U.S.) is an American actress and singer.[1][2][3][4] She began as a child model and backup dancer[1][3] before gaining attention through stage training and Disney Channel roles, building an early foundation in performance arts.
She rose to fame as Rocky Blue in Shake It Up and later expanded into film with Spider-Man: Homecoming and The Greatest Showman. Her role as Rue in Euphoria earned two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe,[2][5][6] highlighting an intense, emotionally layered acting style that defined her transition into a leading star.
She continues to lead major projects such as Dune and Challengers, while also working as a producer[7][8][9] and global fashion figure linked to major luxury brands.[10][11][12] Her influence spans film, television, and style, positioning her as one of the most impactful contemporary performers shaping modern pop culture.
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- Zendaya – Wikipedia
- Zendaya | Biography, Movies, Tom Holland, Fashion, & Awards – Britannica
- Zendaya – IMDb
- Zendaya – zendaya.com
- List of awards and nominations received by Zendaya – Wikipedia
- Zendaya – Awards – IMDb
- Zendaya Becomes The Youngest Producer Nominated In Emmy History – WBLS
- Zendaya Wants to “Explore the Characters Out of High School” in ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 – The Hollywood Reporter
- Zendaya makes Emmys history (again) as youngest producer nominee – Entertainment Weekly
- Zendaya Styles Louis Vuitton for ‘The Drama’ Paris Premiere – WWD
- Louis Vuitton unveils Zendaya as new Brand Ambassador – DIARY directory
- Zendaya Is On’s Newest Brand Ambassador: ‘It’s A Full Circle Moment’ – Variety