Zendaya Biography
Zendaya, an American actress and singer, rose to fame for her role in HBO's "Euphoria," as Michelle "MJ" Jones in the superhero hit "Spider-Man: Homecoming" (2017) and in the musical drama "The Greatest Showman" (2017).
Childhood and Youth
Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman was born on September 1, 1996, in Oakland, California. Her striking look reflects her diverse heritage. Her father, Kazembe Ajamu (born Samuel David Coleman), is African-American with Nigerian, Macedonian, and Icelandic roots. Her mother has German, Irish, and Scottish ancestry. Zendaya has shared that her name means "to give thanks" in Shona, a language spoken in Southern Africa.


Reflecting on her childhood, Zendaya continually expresses gratitude to her parents. They never tried to shield her from reality or shy away from discussing real-world issues, helping her develop into a grounded young woman with critical thinking skills and healthy self-confidence.
Acting Career
Zendaya's career kicked off with modeling gigs for local clothing stores. Around the same time, she landed a spot as a background dancer in a Sears commercial featuring Selena Gomez.



Music
In 2009, Zendaya recorded a cover of Katy Perry's "Hot n Cold" for the 15th album of the children's cover series "Kidz Bop." Popular singers and actors like Olivia Holt, Becky G, and Kiana Brown have also contributed to this beloved American series.Zendaya's Personal Life
From 2012 to 2016, Zendaya dated American singer and dancer Trevor Jackson. The couple kept things private, but fans and media eventually pieced together details about the actress's first serious relationship.
After "Spider-Man" premiered in 2017, paparazzi photos sparked dating rumors between Zendaya and co-star Tom Holland, though both stayed silent about their relationship status.


In 2013, Zendaya published her debut book "Between U and Me: How to Rock Your Tween Years with Style and Confidence," responding to millions of fan questions from social media.
Zendaya Now
"Euphoria" catapulted Zendaya's career to new heights. After the first season dropped, she became one of the year's most talked-about actresses. The show was renewed for a second season, which premiered in early 2022.


