Zendaya Coleman made a splash in Hollywood when she walked into her screen test for Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2016 with no makeup on. Producers were impressed by her natural beauty and cast her as awkward and intellectual teen Michelle Jones-Watson, also known as MJ. At the time, not even the producers Kevin Feige and Amy Pascal were aware of Zendaya’s fame, but they were blown away by her performance. The success of the film led to two sequels, Spider-Man: Far From Home and Spider-Man: No Way Home, which earned a total of $3.054B at the global box office.
Prior to her role in Spider-Man, Zendaya was already making a name for herself in the entertainment industry. She starred in the Disney Channel series K.C. Undercover and had appeared on Dancing with the Stars where she was a runner-up. She got her big break starring alongside Bella Thorne in Shake It Up and had already appeared in several Disney Channel movies. Her boyfriend Tom Holland, who played Spider-Man, also experienced a significant career change following the success of the film, and the two supported each other through their newfound fame.
Zendaya and Tom Holland confirmed their relationship in 2021, following years of speculation. The couple has been supportive of each other’s careers and personal lives, with Tom expressing his love for the character of Spider-Man and his commitment to portraying the role in future films. Zendaya’s next project is the film Challengers, in which she will star as tennis prodigy-turned-coach Tashi Duncan. The film is set to be released in US and UK theaters on April 26, and Zendaya will also serve as an executive producer on the project.
Despite their busy schedules, both Zendaya and Tom Holland have expressed interest in continuing their acting careers and collaborating on future projects. Tom has mentioned that he would love to don the Spider-Man suit again if the right story is presented to him. Meanwhile, Zendaya’s critically acclaimed teen drama series Euphoria, which she produces and stars in, is set to begin filming its delayed third season in October. Zendaya continues to establish herself as a triple threat in Hollywood, with her acting, singing, and producing talents on full display.
Overall, Zendaya’s rise to fame has been a result of her talent, hard work, and dedication to her craft. From her humble beginnings on Disney Channel to her breakout role in Spider-Man, Zendaya has proven herself to be a versatile and accomplished actress. With a supportive partner in Tom Holland and a successful career in both acting and producing, Zendaya’s star continues to rise in Hollywood. Her upcoming projects, including Challengers and Euphoria, are sure to solidify her as a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.
