History of Zendaya in Timeline
Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman is a highly acclaimed American actress and singer. She has received prestigious awards, including two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award, recognizing her exceptional talent and contributions to the entertainment industry. In 2022, Zendaya was recognized as one of the world's 100 most influential people by Time magazine, solidifying her impact on popular culture.
1965: Adaptation of Dune
In 1965, the science fiction novel Dune was written. This was later adapted as a movie with Zendaya playing Chani.
September 1, 1996: Zendaya's Birth
On September 1, 1996, Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman was born. She is an American actress and singer.
November 2009: Audition for Shake It Up
In November 2009, Zendaya auditioned for the role of CeCe Jones in the Disney sitcom Shake It Up and was selected to play Rocky Blue.
November 7, 2010: Premiere of Shake It Up
On November 7, 2010, Shake It Up premiered on Disney Channel and was watched by 6.2 million viewers.
2010: Television Debut in Shake It Up
In 2010, Zendaya made her television debut as Rocky Blue in the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up.
September 18, 2011: Premiere of Shake It Up Season 2
On September 18, 2011, the second season of Shake It Up premiered.
2011: Release of Singles "Swag It Out" and "Watch Me"
In 2011, Zendaya released the singles "Swag It Out" and "Watch Me", the latter a collaboration with Bella Thorne.
February 29, 2012: Release of "Something to Dance For"
On February 29, 2012, "Something to Dance For" was released as a promotional single for Live 2 Dance. Zendaya also recorded three other songs for the soundtrack.
June 2012: Renewal of Shake It Up for a Third Season
In June 2012, Shake It Up was renewed for a third and final season.
September 2, 2012: Signing to Hollywood Records
On September 2, 2012, Zendaya signed to Hollywood Records.
October 2012: Performance at Operation Smile Benefit
In October 2012, Zendaya performed at the medical Operation Smile benefit, supporting the organization's cause.
2012: Signing with Hollywood Records
In 2012, Zendaya signed with Hollywood Records.
July 16, 2013: Release of "Replay"
On July 16, 2013, "Replay", written by Tiffany Fred and Paul "Phamous" Shelton, was released.
August 2013: Release of Debut Book: Between U and Me
In August 2013, Zendaya released her debut book, "Between U and Me: How to Rock Your Tween Years with Style and Confidence", aimed at helping girls through their tween years.
August 2013: Casting in Zapped
In August 2013, Zendaya was cast as Zoey Stevens in the Disney Channel Original Movie Zapped.
September 17, 2013: Release of Self-Titled Debut Album
On September 17, 2013, Zendaya's self-titled debut album was released.
October 2013: Participation in P&G's Mean Stinks Movement
In October 2013, Zendaya took part in P&G's movement called Mean Stinks, and co-hosted the nationwide live-streamed assembly joined by almost 500 schools.
November 2013: Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month
In November 2013, Zendaya was selected as Elvis Duran's Artist of the Month and featured on NBC's Today.
2013: End of Shake It Up
In 2013, Zendaya concluded her role as Rocky Blue in the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up.
2013: Release of Debut Studio Album
In 2013, Zendaya released her eponymous debut studio album to moderate success. The lead single, "Replay", reached the top 40 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.
May 2014: Disney Channel Orders K.C. Undercover to Series
In May 2014, Disney Channel ordered the pilot Super Awesome Katy to series, now titled K.C. Undercover, with Zendaya as K.C. Cooper.
2014: Recording of "All of Me" for Charity
In 2014, Zendaya recorded John Legend's song "All of Me" with a portion of the proceeds going to charity.
January 18, 2015: Premiere of K.C. Undercover
On January 18, 2015, K.C. Undercover premiered on Disney Channel.
February 2015: Response to Giuliana Rancic's Remarks and Barbie Doll Honor
In February 2015, Zendaya responded to Giuliana Rancic's remarks about her hair at the 87th Academy Awards and was honored with her own Barbie doll as part of Mattel's "Sheroes" project.
May 2015: Renewal of K.C. Undercover for Season Two
In May 2015, K.C. Undercover was renewed for a second season.
July 2015: Visit to South Africa with UNAIDS
In July 2015, Zendaya visited South Africa with UNAIDS, the United Nations programme dedicated to preventing and creating access to treatment for HIV and AIDS, also holding a fundraiser for Ikageng charity.
August 2015: Introduction of Shoe Collection: Daya
In August 2015, Zendaya introduced a shoe collection called Daya, named after her childhood nickname.
2015: Starring Role in K.C. Undercover
In 2015, Zendaya starred as the titular character in the Disney Channel sitcom K.C. Undercover.
2015: Graduation from Oak Park High School
In 2015, while pursuing an acting career, Zendaya graduated from Oak Park High School.
October 2016: Participation in Vote Your Future Initiative
In October 2016, Zendaya was one of the celebrities to participate in the "Vote Your Future" initiative and appeared in a campaign video.
November 2016: Launch of Clothing Line: Daya by Zendaya
In November 2016, Zendaya's clothing line, Daya by Zendaya, went on sale. The second collection was gender-fluid and included a full range of sizes.
December 2016: Guest Judge on Project Runway
In December 2016, Zendaya appeared as a guest judge in the season finale of the 15th season of Project Runway.
2016: 20th Birthday Campaign for Convoy of Hope
In 2016, Zendaya celebrated her 20th birthday with a campaign to raise $50,000 to support Convoy of Hope's Women's Empowerment Initiative.
2016: Featured on Forbes' 30 Under 30 List
In 2016, Zendaya was featured on Forbes' 30 under 30 list, recognizing her accomplishments and influence.
July 2017: Release of Spider-Man: Homecoming
In July 2017, Zendaya made her feature film debut as Michelle in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Spider-Man: Homecoming, which grossed $117 million in its first weekend.
September 2017: Partnership with Verizon Foundation for #WeNeedMore Initiative
In September 2017, Zendaya partnered with Verizon Foundation as a spokesperson for their national #WeNeedMore initiative to bring technology, access, and learning opportunities to children.
September 2017: Fronting Stomp Out Bullying PSA
In September 2017, Zendaya, along with her Spider-Man: Homecoming costars, fronted a PSA for awareness campaign Stomp Out Bullying.
December 2017: Co-starring in The Greatest Showman
In December 2017, Zendaya co-starred in the original musical film The Greatest Showman, portraying a trapeze artist.
2017: Feature Film Debut in Spider-Man: Homecoming
In 2017, Zendaya made her feature film debut as MJ in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Spider-Man: Homecoming.
2017: Collaboration on "Rewrite the Stars"
In 2017, Zendaya's collaboration with Zac Efron, "Rewrite the Stars", from The Greatest Showman soundtrack, reached the top 20 of several record charts.
March 2018: Collaboration with Google.org to Support Oakland Students
In March 2018, Zendaya teamed up with Google.org to support students at a community school in Oakland, funding an innovative computer science curriculum.
September 2018: Voice Role in Smallfoot
In September 2018, Zendaya voiced the yeti Meechee in the animated film Smallfoot.
October 2018: Tommy Hilfiger Brand Ambassador and Co-Designer
In October 2018, Zendaya became Tommy Hilfiger's brand ambassador and co-designed Tommy x Zendaya capsule collections, drawing inspiration from 1970s fashion.
2018: End of K.C. Undercover
In 2018, Zendaya concluded her role in the Disney Channel sitcom K.C. Undercover.
2018: Ranked Among Best-Dressed Women
In 2018, Zendaya was ranked as one of the best-dressed women by the fashion website Net-a-Porter.
2019: Spokesmodel for Lancôme
In 2019, Zendaya became a spokesmodel for Lancôme, adding to her list of endorsements.
2019: Reprising Role in Spider-Man: Far from Home
In 2019, Zendaya reprised her role as MJ in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Spider-Man: Far from Home.
June 2020: Participation in George Floyd Protests
In June 2020, Zendaya took part in the George Floyd protests and temporarily lent her Instagram account to Patrisse Cullors to share anti-racism resources and media.
September 2020: InStyle Issue with All Black Designers
For the September 2020 issue of InStyle, Zendaya and her stylist, Law Roach, chose to feature only black designers, artists, and creatives.
September 2020: Encouragement of Voter Registration with Michelle Obama
In September 2020, Zendaya encouraged her fans to check their voter registration ahead of elections with Michelle Obama and her "When We All Vote" nonpartisan organization.
September 2020: Donation of Malcolm & Marie proceeds to Feeding America
When "Malcolm & Marie", filmed during the pandemic, was sold in September 2020, a portion of the proceeds was shared with Feeding America.
October 2020: Visionary Award at CNMI Green Carpet Fashion Awards
In October 2020, Zendaya won the Visionary Award at the CNMI Green Carpet Fashion Awards for promoting diversity and inclusion in fashion and film.
2020: Youngest Emmy Winner for Outstanding Lead Actress
In 2020, at age 24, Zendaya became the youngest recipient of the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role in "Euphoria".
2020: Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress
In 2020, at the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards, Zendaya won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role in Euphoria, becoming the youngest winner of the award at the age of 24.
November 2021: Public Acknowledgment of Relationship with Tom Holland
In November 2021, Zendaya publicly acknowledged her relationship with British actor and Spider-Man co-star Tom Holland.
2021: Roles in Spider-Man: No Way Home and Dune
In 2021, Zendaya reprised her role in Spider-Man: No Way Home and starred in the science fiction film Dune.
2021: Starring in Malcolm & Marie
In 2021, Zendaya starred in Malcolm & Marie, which was filmed during the COVID-19 pandemic with extensive safety protocols.
June 2022: Global Brand Ambassador of Glaceau Smartwater
In June 2022, Zendaya was announced as the global brand ambassador of Glaceau Smartwater.
2022: Two-Time Emmy Winner
After winning the award again at the 2022 Primetime Emmy Awards, Zendaya became the youngest two-time acting winner.
2022: Co-wrote songs for Euphoria season 2 and Emmy nominations
In 2022, Zendaya co-wrote two songs ("I'm Tired" and "Elliot's Song") for the second season of Euphoria, also performing as a vocalist on "I'm Tired". She received four Emmy nominations for her performance as Rue, becoming the youngest two-time nominee and the youngest woman nominated for producing.
2022: Inclusion on TIME 100 List and Variety's Influential Figures List
In 2022, Zendaya was included on TIME magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world, and Variety ranked her on its list of the 500 most influential figures in global media.
2022: Named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2022, Zendaya was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time.
2023: Return to Stage and Appearances in Documentaries
In 2023, Zendaya appeared in Elvis Mitchell's documentary "Is That Black Enough For You?!?". She also joined Labrinth at Coachella for a surprise performance of "All for Us" and "I'm Tired", marking her return to the stage after 8 years. She was also featured on the opening song "The Feels" of Labrinth's third album "Ends & Begins" and appeared in the documentary film "Invisible Beauty".
2023: Ambassador for Louis Vuitton
In 2023, Zendaya became an ambassador for Louis Vuitton, further solidifying her presence in the fashion world.
2023: CinemaCon Star of the Year Award
In 2023, Zendaya received the CinemaCon Star of the Year Award, recognizing her contributions to the film industry.
2023: Golden Globe Award and Screen Actors Guild Awards nomination
In 2023, Zendaya won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama at the 80th Golden Globe Awards and received a Screen Actors Guild Awards nomination for her work in Euphoria.
December 2024: Engagement to Tom Holland
In December 2024, Zendaya became engaged to Tom Holland.
2024: Release of Dune: Part Two and Challengers
In 2024, Zendaya reprised her role as Chani in "Dune: Part Two", which was released in March and received positive reviews. She also starred in and produced the romantic sports drama "Challengers", released in the United States in April to critical acclaim.
2024: Roles in Challengers and Dune: Part Two
In 2024, Zendaya starred in the romantic drama Challengers and the science fiction film Dune: Part Two.
2026: Upcoming roles in The Drama, The Odyssey, and Euphoria Season 3
In 2026, Zendaya is slated to star opposite Robert Pattinson in "The Drama" and in Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey". She will also reprise her role in the third season of "Euphoria".
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