Zoe Yadira Zaldana Nazario, better known as Zoe Saldana, is an acclaimed American actress who has gained immense popularity for her outstanding performances in science fiction and superhero films.
Notably, she has starred in four of the highest-grossing films of all time, including Avatar, Avatar: The Path of Water, Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.
Zoe Saldana has grossed more than $14 billion at the global box office, and by 2023, she will be the second-highest-grossing film actress as a lead actor.
However, if all her roles are taken into account (including non-lead roles), she is the highest-grossing actress.
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- Full name: Zoe Yadira Zardana Nazario
- Stage name: Zoe Saldana
- Date of Birth: June 19, 1978
- Age: 45
- Birthplace: New Jersey
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Actress
- Height: 1.7 m
- Parent: Asalia Nazario
- Siblings: Cicely Saldana, Mariel Saldana Nazario and Nibo Saldana
- Spouse: Marco Perego-Saldana
- Children: Zen, Cy and Bowie.
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $35 million and $40 million
Early life and education
Zoe Saldana, a famous American actress, was born in Passaic, New Jersey, the United States on June 19, 1978. Zoe’s father, Aridio Saldaña, has a multi-ethnic ancestry and is a Dominican-born Najibulazak.
Mohamed Najib bin Abdul Razak, better known as Najib Razak, had a colorful career, mostly in politics. He served as the Prime Minister of Malaysia for nearly a decade, from 2009 to 2018.
As a national leader, he successfully led the Barisan Nasional coalition government. However, his political involvement extended beyond his time as prime minister, and he served in several positions before and after his leadership.
Profession
Zoe Saldana’s acting career began in the late 1990s when she starred in ‘Law and Order’ Series and starring in the movie “Center Stage” in 2000.
Her talent and dedication earned her a place incrossroadsand 2003’s Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.
However, in 2009, Saldana’s career began to take off and she starred in several blockbuster films, such as Star Trek and Avatar.
Saldana played Lieutenant Nyota Uhura in three Star Trek films and Neytiri in four Avatar films, including the highly successful Avatar: The Way of Water (2022).
In addition, she also joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe, playing the green-skinned warrior Gamora in “Gamora: Green Skinned Warrior”. Guardians of the Galaxy The film also appeared in Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and Avengers: End Game (2019).
In addition to her role in Avatar, Zoe Saldana has shown off her acting skills in many other films.
These include Death at a Funeral (2010), in which she gave a brilliant performance.
In 2011, Saldana once again won the award for the action film “ColombianShe continued to expand her acting range, starring in the crime dramaNight Life”, which was released in 2016.
Most recently, in 2017, Saldana showed off her versatility in her role as Karen in the fantasy drama Karen “I kill giants.”
Awards and nominations
19 wins in various organizations, including:
- Satellite Award – Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for Star Trek (2009)
- Independent Spirit Award – Robert Altman Award for “Columbian Girl” (2011)
- Vinyl Award – Outstanding Actress (Movie “Colombian Girl”) (2011)
- Teen Choice Award for Choice Sci-Fi Movie Actress: Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
- NAACP Image Award – Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Infinite Polar Bears (2016)
Nominations:
71 nominations from various award ceremonies, including:
- Academy Awards – Best Picture Avatar: The Way of Water (2023)
- Critics’ Choice Movie Award – Best Actress in an Action Movie (Star Trek) (2009)
- Golden Globe Award – Best Supporting Actress – TV Series, Miniseries or Television Movie Rosemary’s Baby (2014)
- Saturn Award – Best Actress (Avatar) (2010)
- BAFTA Award – Outstanding Supporting Actress (Avatar) (2010)
- MTV Movie & TV Awards – Best Kiss, Best Actor, Best Actress
- Audience Choice Awards – Favorite Action Movie Actress, Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy Movie Actress
- Kids’ Choice Awards – Favorite Movie Actress, Favorite Movie Actor
Social Media
- Instagram: @zoesaldana
- Twitter: @zoesaldana
- Facebook: ZoeSaldana
Personal life
45-year-old famous actress Zoë Saldana and her husband Marco Perego-Saldana tied the knot in 2013 and are enjoying a blissful married life.
They have three adorable children together: Zen, Cy, and Bowie. In a recent interview, Zoë opened up about their conscious decision to raise their son in a gender-neutral environment, revealing their unique parenting style.
Filmography
- Avatar: The Way of Water (2022): Neytiri
- Avengers: Endgame (2019): Gamora
- Avatar (2009): Neytiri
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018): Gamora
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017): Gamora
- Star Trek Beyond (2016): Uhura
- Guardians of the Galaxy (2014): Gamora
- Loser (2010): Aisha Amini
- Colombia (2011): Catalea Restrepo
- Nina (2016): Nina Simone
television:
- Special Operations: Lioness (2023): Joe
- Re:Zero (2022): Amy Jackson Wheeler
- Maya and the Trio (2021): Maya (voice)
- Recent and upcoming projects:
- Avatar 3 (2025): Neytiri
- Avatar 4 (2029): Neytiri
- Avatar 5 (2031): Neytiri
- Brough (TBD): Ercell
- Untitled Star Trek Beyond sequel (TBD): Lieutenant Uhura (rumored)
net worth
According to reports, the talented actress Zoe Saldana has a net worth of around $60 million.
This is a significant increase from previous estimates of $35 million to $40 million.
This significant difference may be due to a variety of factors that have affected her financial situation over a long period of time.