History of Zendaya in Timeline
Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman is an accomplished American actress and singer recognized with prestigious awards including two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. Her influence extends beyond entertainment, as evidenced by her inclusion in Time's 100 most influential people in the world in 2022. She is known for her acting and singing career.
1965: Source Material for Dune
Zendaya played Chani in Denis Villeneuve's science fiction film "Dune", which is an adaptation of the 1965 novel of the same name.
September 1, 1996: Zendaya's Birth
On September 1, 1996, Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman was born. She is an American actress and singer.
1996: Original Space Jam Film Release
Zendaya accepted the role of Lola Bunny in "Space Jam: A New Legacy" due to her fondness for the original 1996 film.
November 2009: Auditioned for Shake It Up
In November 2009, Zendaya auditioned for the role of Rocky Blue in the Disney sitcom "Shake It Up".
November 7, 2010: Shake It Up Premiere
On November 7, 2010, "Shake It Up" premiered on Disney Channel and was watched by 6.2 million viewers, becoming Disney Channel's second highest-rated premiere in its 27-year history.
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: Premiered Shake It Up Season 2
On September 18, 2011, the second season of "Shake It Up" premiered.
2011: Released "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: Released "Something to Dance For"
On February 29, 2012, "Something to Dance For" was released as a promotional single for "Live 2 Dance".
June 2012: Shake It Up Renewed for Final Season
In June 2012, "Shake It Up" was renewed for a third and final season.
September 2, 2012: Signed to Hollywood Records
On September 2, 2012, Zendaya signed to Hollywood Records.
October 2012: Performed at the Operation Smile benefit
In October 2012, Zendaya performed at the medical Operation Smile benefit.
2012: Signed with Hollywood Records
In 2012, Zendaya signed with Hollywood Records.
July 16, 2013: Released "Replay"
On July 16, 2013, Zendaya released "Replay", which was written by Tiffany Fred and Paul "Phamous" Shelton.
August 2013: Released 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: Cast in Disney Channel's 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: Took part in P&G's Mean Stinks movement
In October 2013, Zendaya took part in P&G's movement called Mean Stinks, co-hosting a 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 was featured on NBC's Today, where she performed her single "Replay" live.
2013: Released Debut Album Zendaya
In 2013, Zendaya released her first studio album, "Zendaya".
2013: End of Shake It Up
In 2013, Zendaya's role as Rocky Blue in the Disney Channel sitcom "Shake It Up" came to an end.
May 2014: Cast as Lead in K.C. Undercover Pilot
In May 2014, Zendaya was cast as the lead in a Disney Channel pilot called "Super Awesome Katy", which was later ordered to series as "K.C. Undercover".
2014: Recorded John Legend's song "All of Me" for charity
In 2014, Zendaya recorded John Legend's song "All of Me" with a portion of the proceeds going to Convoy of Hope.
January 18, 2015: K.C. Undercover Premiere
On January 18, 2015, "K.C. Undercover" premiered on Disney Channel.
February 2015: Addressed Giuliana Rancic's Comments and Honored with Barbie Doll
In February 2015, Zendaya addressed Giuliana Rancic's comments about her hair at the 87th Academy Awards. Mattel honored Zendaya with her own Barbie doll, replicating her Oscars look.
May 2015: K.C. Undercover Renewed for Season Two
In May 2015, "K.C. Undercover" was renewed for a second season.
July 2015: Visited South Africa with UNAIDS and held a fundraiser
In July 2015, Zendaya visited South Africa with UNAIDS to support HIV and AIDS prevention and treatment. She also held a fundraiser with Crowdrise to benefit Ikageng charity in Soweto for AIDS orphans.
August 2015: Introduced shoe collection called Daya
In August 2015, Zendaya introduced a shoe collection called Daya, which was her childhood nickname.
2015: Starred in K.C. Undercover
In 2015, Zendaya starred as K.C. in the Disney Channel sitcom "K.C. Undercover".
2015: Graduated from Oak Park High School
In 2015, while pursuing an acting career, Zendaya graduated from Oak Park High School.
October 2016: Participated 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: Zendaya's clothing line Daya by Zendaya went on sale
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 Finale
In December 2016, Zendaya appeared as a guest judge in the season finale of the 15th season of "Project Runway".
2016: Celebrated her 20th birthday with a campaign to support Convoy's Women's Empowerment Initiative
In 2016, Zendaya celebrated her 20th birthday with a campaign to raise $50,000 to support Convoy's Women's Empowerment Initiative.
2016: Featured on Forbes' 30 under 30 list
In 2016, Zendaya was featured on Forbes' 30 under 30 list.
July 2017: Feature Film Debut in Spider-Man: Homecoming
In July 2017, Zendaya made her feature film debut as Michelle in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film "Spider-Man: Homecoming".
September 2017: Fronted Stomp Out Bullying awareness campaign
In September 2017, Zendaya fronted, along with her Spider-Man: Homecoming costars, a PSA for awareness campaign Stomp Out Bullying.
September 2017: Partnered 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.
December 2017: Co-starred 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". She also appeared in "The Greatest Showman".
2017: Featured on The Greatest Showman Soundtrack
In 2017, Zendaya's collaboration with Zac Efron, "Rewrite the Stars", from "The Greatest Showman" soundtrack, reached the top 20 of several record charts and received multi-platinum sales certifications globally.
March 2018: Teamed up with Google.org to support students in Oakland
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: Voiced Meechee in Smallfoot
In September 2018, Zendaya voiced the yeti Meechee in the animated film "Smallfoot".
October 2018: Became Tommy Hilfiger brand's ambassador and co-designed Tommy x Zendaya capsule collections
In October 2018, Zendaya became Tommy Hilfiger brand's ambassador and co-designed Tommy x Zendaya capsule collections. She took inspiration from the 1970s and her runway shows were praised for diversity and inclusivity.
2018: Ranked as one of the best-dressed women by Net-a-Porter
In 2018, Zendaya was ranked one of the best-dressed women by fashion website Net-a-Porter.
2018: End of K.C. Undercover
In 2018, Zendaya's role as K.C. in the Disney Channel sitcom "K.C. Undercover" came to an end.
June 16, 2019: Euphoria Series Premiere
On June 16, 2019, "Euphoria", an adaptation of the Israeli series of the same name, premiered with Zendaya starring as Rue, a 17-year-old drug addict and the narrator of the series.
2019: Became a spokesmodel for Lancôme
In 2019, Zendaya became a spokesmodel for Lancôme.
June 2020: Participated in George Floyd protests and lent her Instagram account
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: Featured all black designers for InStyle issue
In September 2020, Zendaya and her stylist, Law Roach, chose to use all black designers, artists, and creatives for the InStyle issue.
September 2020: Encouraged voter registration with Michelle Obama's organization
In September 2020, Zendaya encouraged her fans, with Michelle Obama and her "When We All Vote" nonpartisan organization, to check their voter registration ahead of elections.
September 2020: Shared Malcolm & Marie proceeds with Feeding America
In September 2020, when Malcolm & Marie was sold, Zendaya shared a portion of the proceeds with Feeding America.
October 2020: Won the Visionary Award at the 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: Won Primetime Emmy Award for Euphoria
In 2020, 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.
2020: Won Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series
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 as Rue Bennett in Euphoria.
November 2021: Publicly acknowledged relationship with Tom Holland
In November 2021, Zendaya first publicly acknowledged her relationship with British actor and Spider-Man co-star Tom Holland.
2021: Starred in Malcolm & Marie, Spider-Man: No Way Home
In 2021, Zendaya starred in "Malcolm & Marie" and reprised her role as MJ in "Spider-Man: No Way Home". She also appeared in "Dune".
2021: Starred in Malcolm & Marie
In 2021, Zendaya starred in "Malcolm & Marie", which was filmed during the first phase of the COVID-19 pandemic with extensive safety protocols.
June 2022: Announced as global brand ambassador of Glaceau Smartwater
In June 2022, Zendaya was announced as the global brand ambassador of Glaceau Smartwater.
2022: Co-wrote songs for Euphoria season 2 and received 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 for Lead Actress in a Drama and the youngest woman nominated for producing for Outstanding Drama Series. She also received two nominations for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics for her work on the show's soundtrack.
2022: Included on TIME magazine's list of the 100 most influential people
In 2022, Zendaya was included on TIME magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
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 Magazine.
2022: Won Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for Euphoria
In 2022, Zendaya won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role as Rue Bennett in Euphoria, becoming the youngest two-time acting winner.
2023: Appearances in documentary and at Coachella, and feature on Labrinth's album
In 2023, Zendaya appeared in Elvis Mitchell's documentary Is That Black Enough For You?!?. During the second weekend of Coachella, she joined Labrinth for a surprise performance of "All for Us" and "I'm Tired", marking her first return to the stage in 8 years. She was also featured on the opening song "The Feels" of Labrinth's third album Ends & Begins. Zendaya also appeared in the documentary film Invisible Beauty.
2023: Became an ambassador for Louis Vuitton
In 2023, Zendaya became an ambassador for Louis Vuitton.
2023: Received the CinemaCon Star of the Year Award
In 2023, Zendaya received the CinemaCon Star of the Year Award.
2023: Won Golden Globe Award and received SAG Awards nomination
In 2023, Zendaya won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama at the 80th Golden Globe Awards for her role in Euphoria. She also received a Screen Actors Guild Awards nomination for her work in the series.
December 2024: Became engaged to Tom Holland
In December 2024, Zendaya became engaged to Tom Holland.
2024: Appearance in Challengers and Dune: Part Two
In 2024, Zendaya appeared in the romantic drama "Challengers" and the science fiction film "Dune: Part Two".
2024: Starred in Dune: Part Two and Challengers
In 2024, Zendaya reprised her role as Chani in Dune: Part Two, which was released in March to positive reviews. She also starred in and produced the romantic sports drama Challengers, released in the United States in April to critical acclaim. Her performance in Challengers was particularly praised.
2026: Upcoming roles in The Drama, The Odyssey and Euphoria
In 2026, Zendaya is set to star opposite Robert Pattinson in the romantic drama 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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