Close-up of Zoe Saldaña, highlighting her career highlights with a focused, serious expression and shiny hair.

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Zoe Saldaña

Born

June 19, 1978

Died
Birthplace

Passaic, New Jersey, US

Age

48 Years Old

Horoscope

Gemini

Who Is Zoe Saldaña?

Zoë Saldaña is an American actress celebrated for her versatile performances and a commanding presence in science fiction blockbusters. Her work consistently turns complex characters into audience favorites.

She achieved widespread recognition in 2009 with leading roles in both the *Star Trek* reboot and James Cameron’s *Avatar*, a film that shattered box office records globally. Saldaña’s magnetic portrayal helped define a new era of cinematic storytelling.

Full NameZoë Saldaña
GenderFemale
Height5 feet 6.5 inches (169 cm)
Relationship StatusMarried to Marco Perego-Saldaña
Net Worth$60 million
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityDominican and Puerto Rican
EducationECOS Espacio de Danza Academy, Newtown High School
FatherAridio Saldaña
MotherAsalia Nazario
SiblingsCisely Saldaña, Mariel Saldaña
KidsCy Aridio Perego-Saldaña, Bowie Ezio Perego-Saldaña, Zen Perego-Saldaña

Early Life and Education

Born in Passaic, New Jersey, Zoë Saldaña spent much of her early childhood in Queens, New York, with her Dominican father, Aridio Saldaña, and Puerto Rican mother, Asalia Nazario. Her family later moved to the Dominican Republic after her father’s passing when she was nine years old.

While living in the Dominican Republic, Saldaña discovered her passion for dance at the ECOS Espacio de Danza Academy, focusing on ballet. She continued her education at Newtown High School upon returning to Queens.

Notable Relationships

Zoë Saldaña married Italian artist Marco Perego-Saldaña in London in 2013, a union that followed a brief, private courtship. She was previously engaged to entrepreneur Keith Britton for over a decade, and dated actor Bradley Cooper.

Saldaña shares three sons with Perego-Saldaña: twins Cy Aridio and Bowie Ezio, and their youngest son, Zen. The couple frequently attends public events together and advocates for a gender-neutral household.

Career Highlights

Zoë Saldaña has anchored some of cinema’s biggest franchises, including her iconic portrayal of Neytiri in the *Avatar* series and Gamora in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Her films have collectively grossed over $11 billion worldwide, making her the highest-grossing lead actor in history.

Beyond blockbuster success, Saldaña has expanded into production with her company, Cinestar Pictures. She also gained significant critical acclaim, including an Academy Award, for her role in the 2024 musical crime film *Emilia Pérez*.

Signature Quote

“To be seen and to be respected for my work and acknowledged as a true American Latina…means a lot to me.”

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