Zendaya (who is Zendaya?)

Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman, known professionally as Zendaya, is an American actress and singer born on September 1, 1996, in Oakland, California. She started her career as a child model and backup dancer before gaining prominence for her role as Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel sitcom "Shake It Up" (2010–2013).

Zendaya's performance on "Shake It Up" led to other opportunities, including starring in the Disney Channel Original Movies "Frenemies" (2012) and "Zapped" (2014). Her talents extend beyond acting to music, and she released her self-titled debut studio album in 2013, which produced the single "Replay."

Following her success on the Disney Channel, Zendaya competed on the sixteenth season of ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" in 2013, where she finished as runner-up.

Her acting career continued to flourish as she took on more mature roles. Zendaya gained significant acclaim for her role as MJ in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's "Spider-Man" films, beginning with "Spider-Man: Homecoming" (2017), then "Spider-Man: Far From Home" (2019), and "Spider-Man: No Way Home" (2021).

Additionally, she played key roles in feature films such as "The Greatest Showman" (2017) alongside actors like Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron, where she showcased her singing and acting skills.

Zendaya's most influential role to date is arguably her portrayal of Rue Bennett in the HBO drama series "Euphoria," which premiered in 2019. Her role as a struggling drug-addicted teenager earned her critical praise, and she became the youngest recipient of the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2020.

Off-screen, Zendaya has made waves for her fashion sense and social activism. She has been outspoken about issues related to race, gender, and social justice. She has also worked as a brand ambassador for companies like Lancôme, Bulgari, and CoverGirl.

Zendaya continues to expand her career in entertainment, with future projects and collaborations that highlight her versatility as both an actress and a performer. She is cited as a role model for young people and is praised for her commitment to maintaining a positive image and influence.

This is an overview of Zendaya's career and public life based on information available up until early 2023. For the most current information about Zendaya, including upcoming projects and personal updates, refer directly to her official social media profiles or latest news articles.