Growing up in Queens, New York and encouraged to pursue her passion for dancing, Zoe Saldana caught a breakout role in the ballet film Center Stage in 2000. Captured by acting, Saldana continued to pursue movie work. Although a rocky road, Saldana eventually claimed roles in some of the highest-grossing franchises in movie history: Avatar, Star Trek, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In 2023, Time magazine named Saldana one of the most influential people in the world. This biography details the life and career of a beloved and talented performer.