History of Zendaya in Timeline
Zendaya, an American actress and singer, is a multi-award winning performer, including two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. Her influence extends beyond the entertainment industry, as evidenced by her inclusion in Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world in 2022.
September 1, 1996: Zendaya is Born
Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman is born in Oakland, California.
November 2009: Zendaya Auditions for "Shake It Up"
Zendaya successfully auditions for the role of Rocky Blue in "Shake It Up" (then titled "Dance Dance Chicago").
November 7, 2010: "Shake It Up" Premieres to Large Audience
"Shake It Up" premieres, drawing 6.2 million viewers and becoming the second highest-rated premiere in Disney Channel's history.
2010: "Shake It Up" Premieres
Zendaya's breakout role as Rocky Blue in the Disney Channel sitcom "Shake It Up" premieres.
September 18, 2011: "Shake It Up" Season Two Premieres
The second season of "Shake It Up" premieres on Disney Channel.
2011: Zendaya Releases First Singles
Zendaya releases her first singles, "Swag It Out" and "Watch Me", the latter a collaboration with Bella Thorne.
February 29, 2012: "Something to Dance For" is Released
"Something to Dance For" is released as a promotional single for "Live 2 Dance".
June 2012: "Shake It Up" is Renewed for a Third Season
Disney Channel renews "Shake It Up" for a third and final season.
September 2, 2012: Zendaya Signs With Hollywood Records
Zendaya signs a record deal with Hollywood Records.
2012: Zendaya Signs with Hollywood Records
Zendaya signs a record deal with Hollywood Records.
July 16, 2013: "Replay" is Released
The single "Replay", written by Tiffany Fred and Paul "Phamous" Shelton, is released ahead of Zendaya's debut album.
August 2013: Zendaya is Cast in "Zapped"
Zendaya is cast as the lead character, Zoey Stevens, in the Disney Channel Original Movie "Zapped".
September 17, 2013: Zendaya Releases Debut Album
Zendaya's self-titled debut album is officially released.
October 2013: Co-Hosting of P&G's "Mean Stinks" Assembly
Zendaya co-hosted a nationwide live-streamed assembly for P&G's "Mean Stinks" movement, which aimed to combat bullying and promote kindness among students, showcasing her commitment to positive social change.
November 2013: Zendaya Performs on "The Today Show"
Zendaya is selected as Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month and performs her single "Replay" live on NBC's "Today" show.
2013: Zendaya Releases Debut Album
Zendaya releases her self-titled debut studio album.
2013: "Shake It Up" Ends
The Disney Channel sitcom "Shake It Up" concludes after three seasons.
May 2014: Zendaya Guest Judges on "Project Runway: Under the Gunn"
Zendaya appears as a guest judge on an episode of "Project Runway: Under the Gunn", where contestants design an outfit for her upcoming concert performance.
January 18, 2015: "K.C. Undercover" Premieres
"K.C. Undercover" premieres on Disney Channel. Zendaya was influential in the show's development, including the renaming of her character and the series itself.
February 2015: Zendaya Addresses Giuliana Rancic's Oscars Remark and Receives Her Own Barbie Doll
Zendaya responded to a joke made by Giuliana Rancic about her hair at the 87th Academy Awards, highlighting the cultural significance of locs. Mattel honored Zendaya with a Barbie doll replicating her Oscars look as part of their "Sheroes" project, celebrating inspirational women.
May 2015: "K.C. Undercover" Renewed for Season Two
Disney Channel renews "K.C. Undercover" for a second season.
2015: Zendaya Graduates High School
While pursuing her acting career, Zendaya graduates from Oak Park High School.
2015: "K.C. Undercover" Premieres
Zendaya stars as the titular character in the Disney Channel sitcom "K.C. Undercover", for which she also had creative input in the development.
August 2016: Zendaya Appears in Bruno Mars' Music Video
Zendaya made an appearance in the music video for Bruno Mars' song "Versace on the Floor."
October 2016: Engagement in "Vote Your Future" Initiative
Zendaya joined the "Vote Your Future" initiative, appearing in a campaign video to encourage voter participation and emphasize the importance of civic engagement.
2016: Inclusion in Forbes' 30 Under 30 List
Zendaya's achievements and influence were recognized through her inclusion in Forbes' prestigious 30 Under 30 list, solidifying her status as a rising star and influential figure.
July 2017: Zendaya Makes Feature Film Debut in 'Spider-Man: Homecoming'
Zendaya debuted in her first feature film role as Michelle in "Spider-Man: Homecoming." She portrayed the character as "dry, awkward, and intellectual," adding her own unique touches to the role. The film was a box office success, with critics praising Zendaya's performance.
September 2017: Participation in "Stomp Out Bullying" PSA
Zendaya, alongside her "Spider-Man: Homecoming" co-stars, fronted a Public Service Announcement for the "Stomp Out Bullying" awareness campaign, further demonstrating her dedication to anti-bullying initiatives.
December 2017: Zendaya Stars in 'The Greatest Showman'
Zendaya co-starred in the musical film "The Greatest Showman," playing a trapeze artist who falls in love with Zac Efron's character, exploring the theme of interracial romance. Her performance and chemistry with Efron were praised by critics, and she also contributed to the film's soundtrack.
2017: Zendaya Makes Feature Film Debut
Zendaya stars as MJ in "Spider-Man: Homecoming", marking her first feature film appearance.
2017: "Rewrite the Stars" Achieves Global Success
Zendaya's collaboration with Zac Efron on "Rewrite the Stars" for "The Greatest Showman" soundtrack achieves international success and multi-platinum sales certifications.
September 2018: Zendaya Voices Meechee in 'Smallfoot'
Zendaya lent her voice to the animated film "Smallfoot," playing the yeti Meechee, and also contributed two songs to the film's soundtrack.
2018: "K.C. Undercover" Ends
The Disney Channel series "K.C. Undercover" concludes after three seasons.
June 16, 2019: Zendaya Stars in HBO Drama Series 'Euphoria'
Zendaya took on the leading role of Rue, a 17-year-old struggling with addiction, in the HBO drama series "Euphoria." Her performance garnered significant critical acclaim, marking a departure from her earlier roles and showcasing her versatility as an actress.
2019: "Euphoria" and "Spider-Man: Far From Home" Release
Zendaya stars in the HBO teen drama series "Euphoria" as Rue Bennett, a struggling drug-addicted teenager. She also reprises her role as MJ in "Spider-Man: Far From Home".
June 2020: Participation in George Floyd Protests
Zendaya actively participated in the George Floyd protests, demonstrating her commitment to social justice and racial equality.
September 2020: Voter Registration Advocacy with Michelle Obama
Zendaya partnered with Michelle Obama's "When We All Vote" organization to urge her fans to check their voter registration status ahead of the upcoming elections, highlighting her dedication to democratic processes.
2020: Zendaya Wins Emmy Award for 'Euphoria'
At the age of 24, Zendaya won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her performance in "Euphoria," becoming the youngest recipient of the award.
2020: Youngest Recipient of Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress
At the age of 24, Zendaya became the youngest recipient of the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her portrayal of Rue Bennett in HBO's "Euphoria," a testament to her exceptional acting talent.
November 2021: Public Acknowledgment of Relationship with Tom Holland
Zendaya's relationship with her "Spider-Man" co-star Tom Holland was first publicly acknowledged, marking a significant development in her personal life.
2021: Zendaya Stars in 'Malcolm & Marie'
Zendaya starred alongside John David Washington in "Malcolm & Marie," a film shot during the COVID-19 pandemic with strict safety protocols. She shared her earnings with the cast and crew as a bonus and donated a portion to Feeding America. While the film received mixed reviews, her performance was widely praised.
2021: Zendaya Stars in Multiple Projects
This year sees the releases of "Malcolm & Marie", "Dune", and "Spider-Man: No Way Home", all featuring Zendaya in prominent roles.
2022: Zendaya Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
Time magazine recognizes Zendaya as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
2022: Youngest Two-Time Emmy Award Winner for Acting
Zendaya made history by becoming the youngest two-time acting winner at the Primetime Emmy Awards, solidifying her place as a prominent figure in television history.
2022: Recognition in TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People
Zendaya was featured on TIME magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world, with "Dune" director Denis Villeneuve praising her as a "cultural icon in the making" and "the future," highlighting her global impact and artistic prowess.
2023: Recipient of CinemaCon Star of the Year Award
Zendaya's contributions to the film industry were celebrated with the CinemaCon Star of the Year Award, recognizing her impact and achievements in cinema.
2024: Zendaya Set to Star in "Challengers" and "Dune: Part Two"
Zendaya is set to appear in the romantic drama "Challengers" and the science fiction film "Dune: Part Two".