Zoe Saldana , born in New Jersey to Dominican parents, moved to the Domincan Republic for 7 years & studied ballet there at Ritmos Espacio de Danza academy (ECOS Espacio de Danza Dance academy) , and then went back to the U.S. to continue her career. According to many of her costars, producers, & directors the sky is no limit for Zoe Saldana who has incredible range, a steely determination to be involved with projects that challenge her professionally with wide ranging subject matters & characters … a star has been born, and growing every day.

Did an intense nonstop 6 month preparation for Avatar (2009) including martial arts, archery and horseback riding. Likes to play Neytiri, a strong female characters … she was really looking forward to evolve her character of Uhura into a stronger, kick-ass lady in future Star Trek (2009) sequels!