Zendaya Current Age and Basic Facts
Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman was born on September 1, 1996, making her 28 years old as of the latest public records. She was born in Oakland, California, and grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her age places her among the youngest top-tier actresses in Hollywood with sustained box office and streaming success Forbes.
Her full name, Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman, reflects her mixed heritage, including African American and German ancestry. She began performing at a young age in local theater and later attended the Oakland School for the Arts before pursuing professional modeling and acting Biography.com.
Career Timeline and Major Projects
Zendaya first gained widespread recognition as Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel series Shake It Up, which aired from 2010 to 2013. She later starred as Rue Bennett in HBO's Euphoria, a role that earned her the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2020 and again in 2022.
Film Roles and Franchise Success
She played Michelle "MJ" Jones in the Marvel Cinematic Universe Spider-Man films, including Spider-Man: No Way Home, which grossed over $1.9 billion worldwide. She also starred in Dune, Dune: Part Two, and the space drama Challengers, working with directors such as Denis Villeneuve and Luca Guadagnino.
Net Worth, Endorsements, and Business Ventures
Zendaya's estimated net worth is around $25 million according to public reports, driven by acting salaries, producing deals, and brand partnerships. She has served as a brand ambassador for Lancôme, Valentino, and Tidal, and she has appeared on multiple Forbes and Business of Fashion lists highlighting high-earning entertainers Forbes.
Production Company and Future Projects
She co-founded the production company Zendaya Company, which focuses on developing film, television, and digital content centered on underrepresented voices. Her upcoming projects include new feature films and limited series announced through studios and streamers, with several titles currently in development Screen Daily.
