Actress Zendaya rose to fame in 2010 when she started portraying Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up. In 2013 the show wrapped up and Zendaya went on to pursue a career in music. On September 17, 2013, the star released her self-titled debut studio album which featured the singles "Replay" and "My Baby." However, Zendaya has stepped back from music ever since — according to her it's because actors tend to have more privacy than musicians.

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Today, we're taking a look at how Zendaya's life changed since she took a break from music. From writing history at the Emmy's to snatching lucrative brand deals — keep on scrolling to see how the star's career evolved!

10 She Starred In The Critically Acclaimed Teen Drama 'Euphoria'

Kicking the list off is the fact that Zendaya stars in one of the most successful teen dramas of the past few years — HBO's Euphoria. In the show, the former Disney Channel star portrays Rue Bennett and she stars alongside Maude Apatow, Angus Cloud, Eric Dane, Alexa Demie, Jacob Elordi, Barbie Ferreira, Storm Reid Hunter Schafer, and Sydney Sweeney. The show is shooting its second season and for now, it has an 8.4 rating on IMDb.

9 And She Wrote History At The Emmy Awards

For her portrayal of Rue Bennett on Euphoria, Zendaya won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series and with that, she wrote history. Zendaya is the youngest star to ever win in this category as she was 24 years old at the time.

Here's what show maker Sam Levinson said about Zendaya's win:

"Zendaya's Rue becomes one of the most finely-tuned portrayals on television. It's only right that the Academy recognized it as such."

8 Zendaya Starred In Numerous Blockbusters

Ever since Zendaya took a break from her music, the former Disney Channel star has starred in numerous famous movies.

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In 2017 she was cast as MJ in Spider-Man: Homecoming and she played the character again in 2019's Spider-Man: Far from Home as well as the upcoming Spider-Man: No Way Home. Besides this, Zendaya starred in the 2017 musical The Greatest Showman, the 2019 Netflix drama Malcolm & Marie, and the 2021 live-action comedy Space Jam: A New Legacy.

7 She Elevated Her Fashion Style

Besides becoming a Hollywood star, Zendaya has also established herself as a true fashion icon over the years. The actress rose to fame at the age of 14 in 2010 and it's only natural that her style has evolved over the years. Today, Zendaya is setting fashion trends, attending the Met Gala, and certainly inspiring fans across the globe with her fun looks. Here's what the star said about her style:

"Fashion has allowed me to really find out who I am and be more courageous and more fearless."

6 And Spoke Her Mind Openly

Zendaya may be a fashion icon but she is also a great role model because she always speaks her mind. Whether it be social problems, climate change, politics, or her experience in the industry — Zendaya is very vocal when it comes to making a change. In her Instagram caption above, you can read what the star said about her experience with photoshop in the industry.

5 The Former Disney Channel Star Snatched Some Impressive Brand Deals

It's no secret that celebs often get super lucrative great brand deals and Zendaya has experienced that first hand. In the past couple of years, the actress became so famous that brands like Lancôme, Bulgari, and Valentino decided to work with the star.

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While the actress has previously worked with brands like Material Girl and CoverGirl — it's safe to say that her most recent collabs are with brands that are more famous (and more expensive).

4 Zendaya Became A Well-Respected Actress

She may have started on the Disney Channel — and there is no doubt that actors who rise to fame on a Disney show often struggle with being taken seriously later on in their careers — but Zendaya has certainly proven to everyone that she is an incredibly talented actress. Her work and the awards she received certainly speak volumes about her acting skills!

3 The Star Dated A Few Fellow Celebs

While Zendaya tends to keep her love life private, it's certainly not that easy to hide her relationships. Over the past couple of years, the actress has been linked to some of her co-stars. In the fall of 2019 — after season one of Euphoria premiered — she was frequently spotted with her co-star Jacob Elordi. This year the actress seems to have rekindled her romance with Spiderman co-star Tom Holland as the two were recently spotted kissing in a car.

2 Zendaya Amassed An Impressive $15 Million Net Worth

The actress has been working in the industry from a young age but her net worth grew immensely in the last few years with projects like Euphoria and the Spiderman franchise under her belt. According to Celebrity Net Worth, the actress is currently estimated to have a net worth of $15 million.

1 Lastly, She Said Goodbye To Her Disney Channel Image

Back in 2013 when Zendaya released her self-titled debut album the actress' image was still very much tied to the Disney Channel. However, over the last decade things have changed and today people don't immediately think of Shake It Up when someone mentions the star's name. Zendaya has worked hard and today no one thinks of her as a Disney Channel star anymore.

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