Zoe Saldana Crowned Highest-Grossing Actor in Cinema History

Zoe Saldana claims the title of the highest-grossing actor in global box office history following the success of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'. Her films have collectively grossed $15.46 billion across 33 movies. Saldana leads over stars like Scarlett Johansson and Samuel L Jackson in global cinema earnings.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Los Angeles | Updated: 14-01-2026 12:05 IST | Created: 14-01-2026 12:05 IST
Zoe Saldana Crowned Highest-Grossing Actor in Cinema History
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Hollywood star Zoe Saldana has ascended to the pinnacle of box office success, securing her name as the highest-grossing leading actor globally. According to the box office tracking website, Numbers, the actress's films have amassed an impressive USD 15.46 billion across 33 movies.

Saldana's remarkable record is heavily bolstered by her roles in cinematic giants such as 'Avatar' (2009), which grossed USD 2.92 billion, and 'Avengers: Endgame' (2019) with USD 2.71 billion. With the ongoing success of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash', she continues to dominate the rankings in Hollywood.

Noteworthy contemporaries trailing her in the ranks include Scarlett Johansson and Samuel L Jackson, at second and third place respectively. Saldana recently expressed heartfelt gratitude to her directors, collaborators, and fans for their support. Her milestone marks a significant achievement, especially considering her earlier Oscar win for 'Emilia Perez'.

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