"Find something that makes you happy and go for it."Zendaya
American - Actress|September 1, 1996

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Zendaya Quotes
Read 35 Zendaya quotes on self-love, confidence, fashion, positivity and following your dreams from the Emmy-winning actress of Euphoria and Dune.
"If there's any definition to being perfect, you're perfect at being yourself."Zendaya
"There is no such thing as ugly."Zendaya
"I was taught as a young child by my parents and family to love myself."Zendaya
"There are so many great things in life; why dwell on negativity?"Zendaya
"Let's practice motivation and love, not discrimination and hate."Zendaya
"Remember that we are all human beings trying to do what we love to do."Zendaya
"Why limit yourself? I feel like I can do anything."Zendaya
"Sticking with your vision and what you believe in is so, so important."Zendaya
"The greatest of the greats wouldn't be the greatest of the greats if they didn't try stuff, you know what I mean?"Zendaya
"People always want to doubt you."Zendaya
"I don't think it is important to be a role model, because if you are a role model, you are pretending to be someone else."Zendaya
"As I've gotten older, I've realized my true models are my parents. My mom is like a sheroe. My dad is so strong."Zendaya
"I've always been honest with my fans, and I want to keep that up because I feel they can see through the fakeness."Zendaya
"I use my platform as a tool and a way to speak about greater change."Zendaya
"I don't think people understand the power of social media or our phones."Zendaya
"Doing and making positive programming for young people is so important to me, and I will keep doing it."Zendaya
"The only way I was going to come back to the Disney Channel was if I was in a position of more power."Zendaya
"Fashion is a great thing, it's a way to express who you are."Zendaya
"There's no such thing as trends. There's no such thing as style, even. It's just whatever you feel."Zendaya
"I haven't always been confident enough to rock different styles because I used to be really shy."Zendaya
"I wore a mullet to the Grammys! I have no fear."Zendaya
"Usually, I just don't care what I look like. If it's cold, I'm, like, putting on whatever I have to to be warm."Zendaya
"Braids are not new. Black women have been wearing braids for a very long time."Zendaya
"You'd be surprised how self-conscious a lot of women are. That's something I've witnessed firsthand."Zendaya
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About Zendaya
American - Actress | Born September 1, 1996
# Zendaya Quotes
Zendaya is an American actress and singer, born Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman on September 1, 1996, in Oakland, California. Her mother was a schoolteacher and her father also taught, and she grew up performing in local theatre and with a hip-hop dance troupe. She rose to fame as a teenager on the Disney Channel series Shake It Up, later starring in and producing K.C. Undercover.
Zendaya moved into films with The Greatest Showman and the Spider-Man series, where she plays MJ, and won two Primetime Emmy Awards for her lead role as Rue in HBO's Euphoria. She has since starred in Dune, Dune: Part Two and Challengers, and is admired as a fashion icon. Her quotes are positive, grounded and empowering, covering self-love, confidence, fashion, family, and using your voice for good.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Zendaya and these famous quotes.
Who is Zendaya?
Zendaya is an American actress and singer, born on September 1, 1996, in Oakland, California. She is known for Euphoria, the Spider-Man films, Dune and Challengers.
What is Zendaya's full name?
Her full name is Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman. She has used just her first name professionally since her Disney Channel days.
How did Zendaya become famous?
She became famous as Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel series Shake It Up (2010–2013), which showcased her acting and dancing. She then starred in K.C. Undercover, which she also produced.
How many Emmys has Zendaya won?
Zendaya has won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for playing Rue in Euphoria, in 2020 and 2022. She was the youngest person ever to win that award.
What movies has Zendaya been in?
Her films include The Greatest Showman, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Far From Home and No Way Home, Dune, Dune: Part Two and Challengers.
What is Zendaya's most inspiring quote?
A fan favourite is "If there's any definition to being perfect, you're perfect at being yourself."