Actress and singer Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman was born on September 1, 1996, in Oakland, California.
She initially entered the entertainment industry as a child model and backup dancer before gaining recognition on the Disney Channel with her roles in “Shake It Up” and “K.C. Undercover.”
Her film career began with “Spider-Man: Homecoming.”
One of her most acclaimed performances is as Rue Bennett in HBO’s “Euphoria.”
She won her two Primetime Emmy Awards as a result of “Euphoria.”
Zendaya has also appeared in notable films like “The Greatest Showman,” “Malcolm & Marie,” “Dune,” and “Dune: Part Two.”
She was named one of Time’s 100 most influential people in 2022.
Zendaya began her music career in 2011 with singles like “Swag It Out” and “Watch Me.”
Signing with Hollywood Records, she released her debut self-titled album in 2013.
Since 2017, Zendaya has enjoyed widespread success in film.
She is also recognized for her charitable work, supporting initiatives for women’s empowerment and AIDS relief.
In 2023, she won a Golden Globe Award for her role in “Euphoria.”
Zendaya remains a passionate advocate for several social issues, focusing on education, racial justice, and voter rights.
As a feminist, she has openly discussed her experiences as a Black woman in the entertainment industry and has been active in movements like the George Floyd protests.
