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Zoe Saldaña's surprise start on Law & Order
15 Sep
Summary
- Zoe Saldaña began her acting career with a guest role on Law & Order.
- She starred in 'Pirates of the Caribbean' but found the production overwhelming.
- Steven Spielberg's advice helped Saldaña continue her acting career.
Zoe Saldaña's acting journey began unexpectedly on the popular procedural "Law & Order" in 1999, a role that affirmed her passion for the craft. She later appeared in an episode of "Law & Order: SVU." Her transition to major film franchises like "Avatar" and "Guardians of the Galaxy" followed.
Despite early success, Saldaña found her role in "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" almost derailed her career. The massive production left her feeling overlooked, almost prompting her to quit acting.
Fortunately, director Steven Spielberg offered crucial advice after working with her on "The Terminal." He encouraged her to be more selective with her projects. This guidance proved instrumental, allowing Saldaña to continue her path to becoming Hollywood's highest-grossing actor by 2026.
