Hollywood has officially gained a new queen of the box office. Films featuring Zoe Saldana have earned more money than those of any other actress in the history of cinema — and this result is already being called historic.
A New Absolute Leader at the Box Office
Zoe Saldana has surpassed the previous record holder Scarlett Johansson and has become the highest-grossing actress on the planet. According to the analytical platform The Numbers, the total worldwide box office of films featuring her has exceeded $15.46 billion. She has left behind industry heavyweights like Samuel L. Jackson and Robert Downey Jr.
"Avatar" Makes History Again
A key contribution to the record was the new film by James Cameron "Avatar: The Way of Water", which has grossed over $1.23 billion at the global box office. The third installment of the franchise has proven that the world of Pandora remains a powerful cultural and commercial phenomenon, with the character Neytiri being one of the most recognizable figures in modern cinema.
Marvel, Which Brought Billions
However, Saldana's success is not limited to "Avatar." Major contributions came from the Marvel Cinematic Universe projects, where the actress portrayed the character Gamora. The films "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "Avengers" became global hits and turned her into one of the most sought-after actresses of the 21st century.
Critical Recognition
The commercial triumph is accompanied by professional awards. Last year, Zoe Saldana received an Oscar for her role in the musical drama "Emilia Perez" — a project that critics have called one of the boldest and most unconventional works in her career.
