Is Zoe Saldaña A-List?

Breakthrough in Center Stage

Saldaña landed her first major film role in 'Center Stage,' playing a ballet dancer. This early work established her as a talented newcomer with physicality and screen presence, though she was still largely unknown to mainstream audiences.

Avatar Becomes Global Phenomenon

Saldaña starred as Neytiri in James Cameron's 'Avatar,' which became the highest-grossing film of all time. Her performance-capture work and the film's unprecedented success catapulted her into mainstream recognition and opened doors to major franchises.

Star Trek Franchise Solidifies Status

Reprising her role as Uhura in 'Star Trek Into Darkness,' Saldaña demonstrated her ability to anchor major franchise tentpoles. The film's success further established her as a reliable box-office draw in science fiction blockbusters.

Guardians of the Galaxy Launch

Saldaña joined the MCU as Gamora in 'Guardians of the Galaxy,' which became a critical and commercial smash hit. This role, combined with her Avatar and Star Trek work, made her the face of three major sci-fi franchises simultaneously.

Avengers Infinity War Box Office

As part of the ensemble cast of 'Avengers: Infinity War,' Saldaña's films crossed the $11 billion mark globally, making her one of the highest-grossing actors ever. Her Gamora role became central to the MCU's biggest storylines.

Avatar The Way of Water

Saldaña returned as Neytiri in the long-awaited 'Avatar' sequel, which grossed over $2.3 billion worldwide. The film's massive success reaffirmed her status as a key player in the industry's biggest franchises.

Highest-Grossing Actor of All Time

With her films collectively grossing over $15 billion worldwide, Saldaña holds the record as the highest-grossing actor in cinema history. She remains a sought-after A-list star with upcoming Avatar sequels and continued industry recognition including her recent Academy Award win.