Biography
Zendaya is an American actress, singer, producer, and fashion icon widely recognized as one of the most influential entertainers of her generation. She first gained fame through Disney Channel before transitioning into critically acclaimed film and television roles. Best known for portraying Rue Bennett in Euphoria, MJ in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Spider-Man films, Chani in the Dune franchise, and Tashi Duncan in Challengers, Zendaya has earned multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and widespread recognition for her versatility, charisma, and impact on popular culture.
Filmography
- Shake It Up (2010–2013)
- Super Buddies (2013)
- K.C. Undercover (2015–2018)
- Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
- The Greatest Showman (2017)
- Duck Duck Goose (2018)
- Smallfoot (2018)
- The OA (2019)
- Euphoria (2019–present)
- Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
- Malcolm & Marie (2021)
- Space Jam: A New Legacy (2021)
- Dune (2021)
- Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
- Dune: Part Two (2024)
- Challengers (2024)
- The Drama (2026)
- Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)
Movies (All)
- Lollipop (voice)
- Michelle "MJ" Jones-Watson
- Anne Wheeler
- Chi (voice)
- Meechee (voice)
- MJ
- Marie Jones
- Lola Bunny (voice)
- Chani
- MJ
- Chani
- Tashi Duncan
- The Drama (2026)
- Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)
TV Shows (All)
- Shake It Up (2010–2013)
- A.N.T. Farm (guest)
- Good Luck Charlie (guest)
- Dancing with the Stars (Season 16)
- K.C. Undercover (2015–2018)
- The OA (Season 2)
- Euphoria (2019–present)
Voice Acting Roles
- Fern — Pixie Hollow Games
- Lollipop — Super Buddies
- Chi — Duck Duck Goose
- Meechee — Smallfoot
- Lola Bunny — Space Jam: A New Legacy
Stage / Theater Work
- California Shakespeare Theater productions (youth performances)
All Characters Played
- Rocky Blue
- K.C. Cooper
- Rue Bennett
- Michelle "MJ" Jones-Watson
- Anne Wheeler
- Marie Jones
- Chani
- Tashi Duncan
- Lola Bunny (voice)
- Meechee (voice)
- Chi (voice)
Known For
Rue Bennett (Euphoria)
MJ (Spider-Man MCU)
Chani (Dune films)
Tashi Duncan (Challengers)
Rocky Blue (Shake It Up)
Awards & Recognition
- 01 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (2020, 2022)
- 02 Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Drama (2023)
- 03 Critics Choice Award for Euphoria
- 04 CFDA Fashion Icon Award (2021)
All Award Nominations
- 01 Multiple Primetime Emmy, Golden Globe, SAG, Critics Choice, People's Choice, MTV Movie & TV Awards
Emmy Nominations
- 01 Outstanding Lead Actress – Euphoria (multiple nominations)
- 02 Outstanding Drama Series (Executive Producer)
- 03 Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics
Golden Globe Nominations
- 01 Best Actress – Television Drama (Euphoria) — Winner (2023)
SAG Award Nominations
- 01 Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series (Euphoria)