How old is Zendaya?

Last Modified Dec 19, 2024 23:40 GMT
How old is Zendaya?
Source: Zendaya’s Facebook

Zendaya is 28 years old as of December 2024.

Zendaya, whose full name is Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman, is an actress, singer, and model from the United States. She was born on September 1, 1996, in Oakland, California.

Zendaya started her career as a child model and dancer, and gained recognition for her role in Disney Channel's "Shake It Up". She has since appeared in movies and TV shows such as "Spider-Man: Homecoming" and "Euphoria".

Zendaya is also a successful singer and has won several awards for her work in the entertainment industry, including a Primetime Emmy. She is an activist and advocate for social justice causes. Zendaya is also known for her fashion sense and has been named to many best-dressed lists.

Zendaya’s Early Life

Zendaya’s Early Life
Source: Zendaya’s Facebook

Zendaya was born in Oakland, California, on September 1, 1996. Her mother, Claire Stoermer, is a teacher, and her father, Kazembe Ajamu Coleman, is a former bodyguard and musician. She has five siblings, including two older sisters and three younger brothers.

Zendaya was raised in the Bay Area of California, and attended Oakland School for the Arts. She began her career as a child model and dancer, and performed in several theatrical productions while in school. In 2010, she auditioned for and won the role of Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel sitcom "Shake It Up," which aired from 2010 to 2013.

Although she has since moved to Los Angeles and achieved international fame, she remains connected to her roots in the Bay Area. She has spoken about her love for Oakland and her commitment to giving back to her community. She has also used her platform to raise awareness about social and political issues affecting the Bay Area and beyond, including police brutality, gentrification, and education reform.

Zendaya’s Career

Zendaya’s Career
Source: Zendaya’s Facebook

Zendaya's career began in the entertainment industry as a child model and backup dancer. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel sitcom "Shake It Up" (2010-2013). After "Shake It Up," Zendaya appeared in a number of movies and television shows, including the Disney Channel Original Movie "Frenemies" (2012), the teen drama "Replay" (2015), and the comedy film "The Greatest Showman" (2017). She played the character of Anne Wheeler, in “The Greatest Showman”, and performed the hit song "Rewrite the Stars" with Zac Efron.

In 2019, Zendaya landed the lead role in HBO's "Euphoria," a drama series about teenagers navigating sex, drugs, and trauma. Her portrayal of the character Rue Bennett earned her widespread critical acclaim and numerous awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. Post that, 2021 turned out to be an excellent year for the actress as she had roles in five films including Spider-Man: No Way Home and Dune.

2022 saw another season of Euphoria, for which Zendaya won her second Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series making her the youngest two-time winner of the award. In 2024, she played a role in two blockbuster movies i.e. Dune: Part Two and Challengers.

Zendaya has also achieved success in the music industry as a singer, in addition to her acting career. She has released several hit singles, including "Replay," "Neverland," and "Something New." She has also collaborated with a number of popular artists, including Timbaland, Chris Brown, and Zac Efron.

Zendaya’s Movies

Zendaya’s Movies
Source: Zendaya’s Facebook

Zendaya has appeared in a number of movies throughout her career. Some of her most notable film roles include:

  • "Spider-Man: Homecoming" (2017) - Zendaya played the character of Michelle "MJ" Jones in this superhero movie.

  • "The Greatest Showman" (2017) - Zendaya played the character of Anne Wheeler, a trapeze artist who falls in love with Zac Efron's character.

  • "Smallfoot" (2018) - Zendaya provided the voice of Meechee in this animated musical comedy.

  • "Dune" (2021) - Zendaya played the character of Chani in this science fiction movie based on the novel of the same name.

  • "Malcolm & Marie" (2021) - Zendaya played the character of Marie in this drama film that explores the complexities of a romantic relationship.

  • "Spider-Man: No Way Home" (2021) - Zendaya reprised her role as Michelle "MJ" Jones in this superhero sequel.

Zendaya's performances in these movies have earned her critical acclaim and contributed to her rising status as a leading actress in Hollywood.

FAQs

A. Zendaya's full name is Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman.

A. Zendaya is 28 years old and was born on September 1, 1996.

A. Yes, Zendaya has won several awards for her work in entertainment, including two Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role in "Euphoria." She has also won awards from the BET Awards, the Teen Choice Awards, and the NAACP Image Awards.

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