Zendaya has had one of the busiest years any star has had in a long time. The Drama arrived in April, Euphoria returned for its third season, she played Athena in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and returned as MJ in Spider-Man: Brand New Day in July, and Dune: Part Three is due in cinemas on 18 December 2026.
She has joked that she hopes fans don't get sick of her, and teased that she will disappear for a little while afterwards. Here is how she got here. Shop our tribute designs in the actresses collection.
Zendaya Fact File
| Full name | Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman |
|---|---|
| Born | 1 September 1996 (age 30) |
| Place of birth | Oakland, California, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Actress, producer, singer |
| Years active | 2010-present |
| Known for | Rue in Euphoria, MJ in Spider-Man, Chani in Dune |
| Current status | Dune: Part Three in cinemas from 18 December 2026 |
| Debut album | Zendaya (2013) |
| Signature role | Rue Bennett, Euphoria (2019-2026) |
Career History
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2010-2013 | Shake It Up | Rocky Blue |
| 2015-2018 | K.C. Undercover | K.C. Cooper |
| 2017 | Spider-Man: Homecoming | MJ |
| 2017 | The Greatest Showman | Anne Wheeler |
| 2019-2026 | Euphoria | Rue Bennett |
| 2021 | Dune | Chani |
| 2024 | Dune: Part Two | Chani |
| 2024 | Challengers | Tashi Duncan |
| 2026 | The Drama | Emma Harwood |
| 2026 | The Odyssey | Athena |
| 2026 | Spider-Man: Brand New Day | MJ |
| 2026 | Dune: Part Three | Chani |
Selected film and TV roles. She also played MJ in Far From Home (2019) and No Way Home (2021).
Early Years: Disney Beginnings
Zendaya grew up in Oakland, California, and worked as a child model and dancer before landing her first big role as Rocky Blue on Disney Channel's Shake It Up in 2010.
In 2013 she released her debut album, Zendaya, with the single "Replay", then starred in and co-produced K.C. Undercover from 2015 to 2018.
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Breakthrough: Spider-Man and Euphoria
Playing MJ alongside Tom Holland in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) introduced her to a global film audience, and she sang and performed trapeze in The Greatest Showman the same year.
Then came Euphoria in 2019. Her raw performance as Rue Bennett won her the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2020, making her the youngest winner of that award at the time.
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Peak: Dune, Challengers and a Second Emmy
She won a second lead actress Emmy in 2022, becoming the youngest two-time acting winner, and added a Golden Globe in 2023. On the big screen she played Chani in Denis Villeneuve's Dune (2021) and Dune: Part Two (2024).
Challengers (2024), Luca Guadagnino's tennis drama, earned her a Golden Globe nomination as Tashi Duncan.
2026: Four Films and Euphoria's Return
This year she co-starred with Robert Pattinson in A24's The Drama, returned for Euphoria's third season, played Athena in The Odyssey and reunited with Tom Holland for Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
Dune: Part Three, opening on 18 December, rounds off a remarkable year.
Awards and Honours
Primetime Emmy Awards
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, Euphoria (2020)
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, Euphoria (2022)
Golden Globes
- Best Actress, Television Series Drama, Euphoria (2023)
- Nominated for Challengers
Other recognition
- Time 100 most influential people (2022)
- Youngest winner of the CFDA Fashion Icon award (2021)
- CinemaCon Star of the Year (2023)
Away From the Spotlight
Zendaya is one of the most watched names in fashion, and in 2021 she became the youngest person to receive the CFDA Fashion Icon award. She is also a producer, and was named on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list back in 2016.
FAQs
How old is Zendaya?
Zendaya was born on 1 September 1996, so she is 30.
What is Zendaya's full name?
Her full name is Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman.
Where was Zendaya born?
She was born in Oakland, California.
How many Emmys has Zendaya won?
Two. She won Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for Euphoria in 2020 and 2022, becoming the youngest two-time acting winner.
Who does Zendaya play in The Odyssey?
She plays Athena in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey (2026).
When is Dune: Part Three released?
Dune: Part Three is due in cinemas on 18 December 2026, with Zendaya returning as Chani.
Shop the Zendaya Collection
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Part of our Icon Profiles series. Read next: Tom Holland Career Story and Wednesday: Seasons and Cast.
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