Zoe Saldana Shatters Box Office Records, Becomes Highest-Grossing Lead Actor Ever
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CNBC TV18•14-01-2026, 16:35
Zoe Saldana Shatters Box Office Records, Becomes Highest-Grossing Lead Actor Ever
- •Zoe Saldana has become the highest-grossing leading actor in global box office history, accumulating $15.46 billion from 33 films.
- •Her record is significantly boosted by roles in blockbusters like "Avatar" (2009), "Avengers: Endgame" (2019), and "Avatar: The Way of Water" (2022).
- •Saldana is the first actress to star in four films that have surpassed the $2 billion mark globally, including "Avatar: Fire and Ash" (2025).
- •She surpassed Scarlett Johansson ($15.40 billion) and Samuel L. Jackson ($14.61 billion) to claim the top spot.
- •Saldana expressed gratitude to filmmakers, collaborators, and fans, specifically thanking James Cameron for his trust and guidance.
Why It Matters: Zoe Saldana sets a new global box office record, becoming the highest-grossing leading actor of all time.
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