Zendayais making history with her role as Rue Bennett in HBO’sEuphoria. The actress received her second Emmy nomination this morning, becoming the youngest ever two-time acting nominee. In addition, the actress is now the youngest producing nomination as well, as she is an executive producer for the series at 25 years old. This won’t be the first time Zendaya has left her mark on the Emmys, as shebecame the youngest star ever to receive a winin the Outstanding Lead Actress category in 2020.
Her character inEuphoriais a struggling 17-year-old drug addict, which she has portrayed excellently throughout the series. The rest of the show focuses on an ensemble cast of high school students dealing with issues of drugs, sex, and violence.Euphoriastars Hunter Schafer, Angus Cloud, Jacob Elordi, Maude Apatow, Alexa Demie, Barbie Ferreira, and Sydney Sweeney alongside Zendaya.
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Euphoriawas nominated for 16 Emmys in total, including Outstanding Drama Series; Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series; Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series with Sydney Sweeney; Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series; Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series with Martha Kelly; and Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama series with Colman Domingo to name a few.
Tune into the 74th Primetime Emmys on Sept. 12th to see just how many awardsEuphoriacan pull in.
Zendaya Is One of the Biggest Names in Hollywood
Zendaya is known for more than just her work inEuphoria. Over the past five years, the actress has starred in several blockbusters and worked with some of the biggest names in the industry. In 2017, Zendaya began her work in the MCU, playing MJ, Peter Parker’s love interest in theSpider-Mantrilogy. She had a significant role in the most recent two Spidey films, which collectively grossed more than $3 billion at the box office.
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In addition, Zendaya starred in the 2017 musicalThe Greatest Showmanalongside Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams, and Zac Efron. 2021 would be a massive year for the actress. She appeared in three Hollywood hits — herSpider-Man: No Way Homerole, Lola Bunny inSpace Jam: A New Legacy, and Chani in Denis Villeneuve’sDune. She will reprise her role as Chani next year whenDune: Part IIhits theaters on Nov. 17th, 2023.
Zendaya will continue her role as Rue inEuphoriaSeason 3, where the 25-year-old actress is set to make her directorial debut. Will she become the youngest person to win an Outstanding Direction Award? It would be unwise to count the record-setting actress out.
