Zoe Saldaña

About

Zoe Saldaña is a renowned American actress and producer. Born as Zoe Yadira Saldaña Nazario on June 19, 1978, in Passaic, New Jersey, she rose to stardom for her roles in blockbuster films like "Avatar," and "Guardians of the Galaxy". As an Afro-Latina actress, she has broken barriers in Hollywood and has also actively advocated for diversity in the film industry. Among other notable works are "Star Trek" and "Avengers: Endgame". Her talent and significant contributions to the industry have established her as one of the leading actresses in contemporary cinema.

Associated With

Zoe Saldaña has collaborated with many notable personnel in the entertainment industry. As an actress, she has worked with prominent directors like James Cameron in "Avatar", J.J Abrams in "Star Trek", and Anthony and Joe Russo in the "Avengers" series. She's starred alongside actors such as Chris Pratt, Bradley Cooper, and Sam Worthington. She has also been guided by notable filmmakers such as Steven Spielberg in "The Terminal". In her personal life, she has had romantic relationships with actors like Bradley Cooper. Currently, she is married to Italian artist Marco Perego. With her immense contribution to cinema, Saldaña holds a profound footprint in the Hollywood industry.

Career Highlights

• 1999: Zoe Saldaña made her first significant acting debut in an episode of television series "Law & Order."
• 2000: She received long-term recognition for her role as Eva Rodriguez in the film "Center Stage."
• 2002: Saldaña played Anamaria in "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl."
• 2009: Globally known for her role as Neytiri in James Cameron's "Avatar". This movie won her the "Boston Society of Film Critics Award" for Best Ensemble Cast.
• 2011: She starred as Cataleya Restrepo, a professional assassin in "Colombiana."
• 2013: She reprised her role as Nyota Uhura in "Star Trek Into Darkness" and was honored with the "Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress."
• 2014: Saldaña gained further recognition for the comic book movie "Guardians of the Galaxy", playing Gamora.
• 2016: She continued her work in successful franchises, reprising her role in "Star Trek Beyond" and "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2."
• 2017: Her role in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" earned her the "Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actress: Sci-Fi."
• 2019: Her role in "Avengers Endgame" has become one of the highest-grossing films of all time.
• 2021: She stars as Fania Allende in the mini-series "The First Lady."

Notable Awards

Zoe Saldaña has won the following notable awards:

• ALMA Award for Favorite Movie Actress - Comedy/Musical for "Columbiana" in 2012.
• Boston Society of Film Critics Award for Best Ensemble Cast for "Star Trek" in 2009.
• Empire Award for Best Actress for "Avatar" in 2010.
• Saturn Award for Best Actress for "Avatar" in 2010.
• Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actress: Sci-Fi/Fantasy for "Avatar" in 2010.
• Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for "Avatar" in 2010.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Zoe Saldaña Movie/TV Show?

Zoe Saldaña is most popularly known for her role as Neytiri in "Avatar". Directed by James Cameron, "Avatar" was released in 2009 and has gone down in history as one of the highest-grossing films of all time. It garnered international acclaim for its groundbreaking visuals and compelling storyline. Saldaña's portrayal of the alien character Neytiri received critical praise and catapulted her status in Hollywood, ensuring her lasting impact in the science fiction genre.

How Did Zoe Saldaña Get Famous?

Zoe Saldaña gained fame through her impressive acting career in film and television. She began her mainstream career with a role in the ballet film "Center Stage" in 2000, but her major breakthrough came when she starred in James Cameron's high-grossing film, "Avatar," in 2009, where she played the lead role of Neytiri. Her performance was lauded and she became internationally recognized. Her fame further solidified with her recurring role as Gamora in Marvel Cinematic Universe's "Guardians of the Galaxy" series, which established her as a prominent figure in Hollywood.