Zoe Saldaña has officially surpassed Samuel L. Jackson to become the second highest-grossing actor of all time at the global box office, a seismic moment in modern cinema history. Powered by blockbuster franchises that reshaped Hollywood—Avatar, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Avengers—Saldaña’s rise isn’t loud or flashy, but it is undeniably dominant.
Now, with Avatar: Fire and Ash still climbing worldwide, Saldaña is closing in fast on Scarlett Johansson, the current No. 1. This isn’t just about numbers—it’s about endurance, consistency, and cultural impact. Saldaña has anchored multiple billion-dollar universes while often being hidden behind CGI, motion capture, and alien skin tones, proving that presence and power don’t always need the spotlight to be felt.
As the global box office continues to shift and audiences rally behind cinematic events, the moment feels bigger than a ranking. If Zoe Saldaña claims the top spot, what does it say about how Hollywood values quiet dominance, long-term vision, and women who carry franchises without demanding the crown?
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