The “West Side Story” star Rachel Zegler told Variety in an interview: “my dad is white, he’s an American man. Mrs. She first played the role in a Performing Arts. A young Coriolanus Snow (Tom Blyth) is tasked with training her for the upcoming games but develops feelings for his mentee. will attend the Academy Awards, after all, as a presenter. There are two main instances that caused fans to outrage with the upcoming film. In a. The beautiful actress comes from mixed ancestry. Rachel Zegler is a 20-year-old Colombian-American actor and singer-songwriter from New Jersey, who will star in Spielberg’s upcoming remake of West Side Story and Disney’s live-action take on Snow White. The Rachel Zegler-led live-action remake of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) has been faced with backlash from every direction since it was first announced. Prior to this latest kerfuffle, the big-budget production received a barrage of less than favorable publicity when older videos of its star Rachel Zegler, 22, showed the actress insulting the 1937. The Wonder Woman actress stars as the Evil Queen in the upcoming live-action re-imagining of Disney's Snow White, with West Side Story 's Rachel Zegler in the title role. Although they have continued to fight crime, their success rate is less than ideal. Rachel Zegler, breakout star of best-picture nominee “West Side Story,” says she is not invited to the Academy Awards this year. Eleri Ward. Sharing candid clips of herself online is not something many in Zegler’s position would choose to do. Many fans took to Twitter and Instagram to express their disappointment, frustration, and confusion regarding the situation. Washington [US], November 10 (ANI): American actor and singer Rachel Zegler is bonding with Jennifer Lawrence over 'The Hunger Games', reported People. Actress Rachel Zegler allegedly has been blacklisted from Hollywood, according to a new video by YouTuber Mike Zeroh. 06 Jun 2023 14:11:40. Ms. Stop this buffoonery. Golda Rosheuvel was born into a Jewish family, but his religious beliefs and practices are unknown keeping Golda Rosheuvel Religion a mystery. Rachel Zegler. While at a promotional event in China for the movie Shazam! Fury of the Gods, where she plays Anthea, Rachel Zegler. But Zegler, who stars as the title character, has been the subject of. Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot are set to appear in the movie, with Zegler sharing how the classic tale of Snow White would always face a radical change. 8 at Lux-SF in San Francisco. Email Tzippy Erblich. " (March 7)It wasn't until 24 hours-plus of fan outrage and media amplification following Zegler's social media reveal that she wasn't invited to the Academy Awards that the actress was offered the. The character will have to run. The first Colombian descent actress who win the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical. She stunned in a sheer black gown on the red carpet, a far cry from the. Tzippy Erblich Jewish Studies Teacher/Science Teacher. The two met while filming Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story in 2020 when Zegler played the main. Earlier this year, Disney faced a backlash, boycotts and controversy over The Little Mermaid. Rachel’s paternal grandfather is Chester Joseph Zegler (the son of Chester John Ziegler/Zegler and Stefanie/Stephanie Marie Zimnicki). Actors Rachel Zegler and Josh Andrés Rivera met on set after being cast in the 2021 remake of West Side Story, directed by Steven Spielberg. She came into the limelight after her appearance in the famous film named ‘West Side Story‘. However, it does seem that Zegler has been replaced in another way, this time by icon Jenna Ortega. She was only 16 years old when she responded to the casting call for this film on Twitter. Claim: Disney fired actor Rachel Zegler from her role as Snow White in the live-action movie adaptation of the same name. Rachel Zegler, 21, epitomized Manhattan chic on Thursday night when she attended a screening for the film When You Finish Saving The World in New York City. Zegler was born to a Polish father and a Colombian mother in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dia pertama kali tampil di film dengan memerankan Maria Vasquez dalam drama musikal tahun 2021, West Side Story, di mana dia memenangkan Penghargaan Golden Globe untuk Aktris Terbaik – Film Komedi atau Musikal. Rachel Zegler explains why she decided to join #ShazamMovie and says she made some of her best friends on set. Disney. The 28-year-old actor starred alongside. Rachel Zegler has shown what many are calling a deep disdain for the story of 'Snow White' -- morphing one controversy into a new one. @scotthoying. 3 years ago Rachel Zegler sent her fans to bully Gina Carano over the "boop/bop/beep" pronouns thing. Zegler is Latina and not Jewish. Zegler father is of Polish descent, and her mother, a Columbian. Rachel Zegler and Josh Andrés Rivera attend the premiere of Warner Bros. " I needed a job ," the 21-year-old actress confessed to The Hollywood Reporter when asked about her decision to join the DC universe. Susan Sarandon's Anti-Jewish Rant Gets Her Dropped by. 17. Rachel Anne Zegler (/ ˈ z ɛ ɡ l ər /; born May 3, 2001) is an American actress and singer. In a quote she. Rachel’s paternal grandfather is Chester Joseph Zegler (the son of Chester John Ziegler/Zegler and Stefanie/Stephanie Marie Zimnicki). Advertisement. Shapiro. The news of Rachel Zegler's alleged firing from 'Snow White' has sparked a range of reactions from fans all over social media. I t’s the simple things, like a Taylor ham, egg and cheese on an everything bagel, that Rachel Zegler missed most about New Jersey while she was away for nearly all of 2022 filming two movies. Zegler and Andrés Rivera are blossoming stars with their recent features in highly-acclaimed films. You deserve it. One shows shows a young Zegler dressed as Snow White, while three others — dated to May 2005 — show the future actress dressed up as The Beauty and the Beast's Belle at a Disney theme park. Rachel Anne Zegler (/ˈzɛɡlər/; born May 3, 2001) is an American actress and singer. Zegler plays Maria in Steven Spielberg's new adaptation of. Debutovala v roli Maríi Vasquez ve filmové adaptaci West Side Story z roku 2021, kterou režíroval Steven Spielberg a napsal Tony Kushner. She performed two songs for the movie in a video. Oh, and the diners. @billyeichner. "We have an 85% audience score for a reason. Susan Sarandon's Anti-Jewish Rant Gets Her Dropped by Hollywood Talent. She rose to fame with her debut role as María Vasquez in Steven Spielberg’s adaptation of West Side Story, which was released in 2021. Rachel Zegler says she hasn't been invited to the 2022 Academy Awards . Even though her name Rachel sounds like a Jewish name, it was named after the character of the widely known television series 'Friends' which ran from 1994-2004 for 10 seasons. A single tweet achieved just that, sending Rachel Zegler into a giddy spurt of pure joy. In 2015, she became an admired YouTuber and her rendition of Golden Globe winner Lady Gaga’s song Shallow, from A Star is Born, has garnered over 11 million views on Twitter. Rachel Zegler Calls Out ‘Senselessly Mean’ ‘Shazam 2’ Critics: ‘It’s Cool to Hate on Fun Nowadays’. Her role will be pivotal in the film based on the Broadway musical. Rachel Zegler finds herself at the center of another Disney princess outrage. Her father is of Polish descent while her mother is of Colombian descent. 2. At this point, I've pivoted from "oh, they're kinda cute" to "ACTIVELY SHIPPING AND INVESTED. Rachel Zegler and her boyfriend Josh Andrés Rivera are out on the red carpet together! 21-year-old Zegler and Rivera, 27, stepped out in Los Angeles on Tuesday for the premiere of. In another timeline, Rachel Zegler would have had her breakthrough moment last December. In Fury of the Gods, Zegler plays Anthea, a Daughter of Atlas who is one of the film's antagonists and possesses her own power set. But the. Her height is 1. after embroiling herself in controversy over the Israel-Hamas war. ”. Besides Rachel, Craig and Gina have an older daughter. March 27, 2022 6. Zegler starred in the movie as Maria, and Rivera played. “West Side Story” star Rachel Zegler will play a mysterious key role in the “ Shazam: Fury of the Gods,” the superhero sequel. Rumors claiming that Rachel Zegler has been fired from Disney’s Snow White have been swirling around on the internet, but it is far from the truth. Rachel Zegler knows the wrath of online backlash all too well, so she's defending Taylor Swift from her latest round of criticism. Only a few years ago, West Side Story cast member Rachel Zegler was just an average teen with an exceptional singing voice known only to her family, friends, and YouTube followers. Rachel Zegler has been making several headlines, and not for the right reasons. Stage Actress Birthday May 3, 2001. rachel zegler is insufferable. The tweet, posted from the official “Star Wars” account on Tuesday, was directed at Zegler, 18, the New. i’m not even jewish and I’M waiting for a hanukkah album. As the next tribute for District 12, the West Side Story actress has big Katniss Everdeen -sized shoes to fill. She is best known for her work in theatre, including roles in Porgy and Bess, Macbeth, The Winter. Rachel Zegler avoids dairy in her diet to stay in shape for The Hunger Games. The Disney world is no stranger to controversy and the latest upheaval centers around the talented actress Rachel Zegler and her portrayal of Snow White. In 2019, Rachel revealed through her Twitter page. As a high-schooler, Zegler was selected from a pool of 30,000 applicants to play Maria in Steven Spielberg’s remake of ‘West Side Story’. Rachel Zegler has been dealing with pretty much non-stop trolling thanks to the drama. Yes, Rachel Zegler will play the lead role in the live-action remake of Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. Rachel Zegler has been invited to be a presenter at the 2022 Oscars after complaining she didn't have a ticket, THR reports exclusively. Rivera appeared in Steven Spielberg’s 2021 remake of West Side Story, which also starred Zegler. Disney. As for the headline from Inside the Magic, 12 paragraphs into the article, the. Rachel Zegler on the audition process to play Maria in "West Side Story," working with Steven Spielberg and her future in Hollywood. Rachel Anne Zegler (/ ˈ z ɛ ɡ l ər /; born May 3, 2001) is an American actress and singer. רייצ'ל אן זגלר (ב אנגלית: Rachel Anne Zegler; נולדה ב- 3 במאי 2001) היא שחקנית, יוטיוברית ו זמרת אמריקאית, זוכת פרס גלובוס הזהב לשחקנית הטובה ביותר - סרט קומדיה או מוזיקלי לשנת 2021 על תפקידה בסרט " סיפור. West Side Story. Disney has released the first image of the live-action "Snow White," with Rachel Zegler transformed to the iconic princess from the 1937 animated classic "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Rachel Zegler and Lucy Liu Talk 'Shazam! Fury of the Gods,' Dragon Riding 101 & the Magic of David Sandberg. By Angelique Jackson. The controversy surrounding arose recently for two reasons, the first of which came due to a set photo leak revealing Rachel Zegler’s titular Disney princess alongside her seven traveling companions. 5. In the interview with Entertainment Weekly, Zegler revealed that she only watched the movie once as a child. Ela é mais conhecida por seu papel como Maria Vasquez na adaptação cinematográfica de 2021 de West Side Story, dirigida por Steven Spielberg e escrita por Tony Kushner. Photo courtesy of Nathan Johnson. No, Rachel Zegler is not Jewish. She did a. Rachel Zegler and Josh Andrés Rivera just proved they are relationship goals. Rachel Zegler is reacting to the latest criticism surrounding the cast of the upcoming “Snow White” live-action film. The beautiful actress comes from mixed ancestry. PT Sunday, April 3 on CBS and stream live on Paramount Plus. Having been one of 30,000 people to audition, she was selected to play the role of Maria in Steven Spielberg's remake of the classic West Side Story (2021), opposite Ansel Elgort as Tony. Creating a new legacy of Disney Princesses. Speaking virtually about her detractors to actor. Rachel Zegler is a 20-year-old. Things could turn around for The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes over the upcoming five-day Thanksgiving weekend. Her name is Rachel because her parents love to watch Friends. She is an American and Colombian by nationality and has a belief in the Christian religion. The new film will take a "different approach" to 'Snow White. Zegler was born in Hackensack, New Jersey, to a Polish father named Craig and a Colombian mom named Gina. The 2022 Grammys will air 8 p. Having been one of 30,000 people to audition, she was. The movie takes place 60 years before. You deserve to live without fear. He’s as Jewish as Rachel Zegler is Latina. Rachel Zegler is under fire on social media for resurfaced comments she made last year about gender roles in the upcoming live-action remake of "Snow White," in which she plays the title character. This time, I watched it during the closing night of the New Hampshire Jewish Film Festival in a world that is far past the point of just creeping dread. Resident. Rachel Zegler at the premiere of “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” in Los Angeles. The beautiful actress comes from mixed ancestry. 8 at Lux-SF in San Francisco. Familia Hija de Craig Zegler, trabajador de la construcción con ascendencia polaca, y de Gina Zegler, colombiana. Zegler initially turned down the part. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has invited the young. Actress Rachel Zegler, who plays Lucy Gray Baird in the upcoming The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, recently addressed the backlash she's received for her comments about Snow White as well as her defamation of actors Jeremy Renner and Gina Carano. 99+ Photos Rachel Zegler is a singer and songwriter, raised in New Jersey by her American father and Colombian mother. Bus drivers' 'deliberate' walk-off leaves 900 Jewish activists stranded at airport forcing them to miss massive DC pro-Israel rally: 'I thought it was nuts'. Tiene una hermana mayor, Jacqueline, que es periodista y fotógrafa. Rachel Anne Zegler, född 3 maj 2001 i Hackensack, New Jersey [ 4], är en amerikansk skådespelare och sångare/låtskrivare. When taking the stage with Jacob Elordi to present the award for achievement in visual effects, the 'West Side Story' star joked about her last-minute appearance. The "West Side Story" actress made headlines earlier this week after revealing on Instagram that she was not invited to the Oscars, which caused a social media storm against the academy. — rachel zegler (she/her/hers) (@rachelzegler) January 10, 2023. News. Rachel Zegler Childhood Pic. Zegler will star as. “I just mean that it’s no longer 1937,” Zegler said on the same red carpet. Months later, audiences responded to. Heather Gershonowitz. It was the first time Rachel Zegler had ever done a self-tape; the casting agent politely asked if she might be able to submit a version with slightly better lighting. In a quote she. What we do know is that the highly. "I never thought that I would be. She’s Named for a Fan Favorite Television Character. Wed 27 September 2023 21:27, UK. Disney’s live action "Snow White" film star Rachel Zegler has recently spoken out on some of the backlash she has received for her "outspokenness" throughout her Hollywood career. It was the first time Rachel Zegler had ever done a self-tape; the casting agent politely asked if she might be able to submit a version with slightly better lighting. +. Zegler father is of Polish descent, and her mother, a Columbian. That was when Steven Spielberg’s rendition of “West Side Story” was supposed to open and introduce the world to the New Jersey high school student who responded to an open call on Twitter and beat out thousands for the part of Maria. Rachel Anne Zegler is a singer and actress from the United States. 6:36 PM · Dec 2,. Rachel Zegler can’t catch a break. November 23, 2020. The "West Side Story" star was a presenter at Sunday's Academy Awards after being denied an invitation to attend. In 1937, Walt Disney’s Snow White sang “Someday, my prince will come. Zegler's performance as Maria adds depth and emotion to the. They met on the set of the 2021 West Side Story remake and reunited for the Hunger Games prequel. Zegler told Variety she feels more connected to her Colombian culture than her American heritage: “You know, yeah, my dad is white — he’s American. Now, she is one. 'I. Rachel Zegler does not want to comment on sexual assault allegations made against her West Side Story costar, Ansel Elgort. September 11, 2023 at 9:48 AM. In 2021’s. Claim: A YouTube video posted in October 2023 accurately reported that actor Rachel Zegler, the star of Disney's live-action adaptation of "Snow White," "raged" after bein…Email Aaron Ellner. In the superhero movie Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023), she later portrayed Anthea. Over the weekend, the 20-year-old actress — who stars as lead María Vasquez in the remake of West Side Story — claimed. Rachel Zegler's boyfriend Josh Andrés Rivera left sweet love notes for his ladylove while on-set of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. The 20-year-old actress is from Hackensack, New Jersey and was born on May 3, 2021. The Rachel Zegler-led live-action adaptation of the beloved movie that launched Walt Disney and his animation studio to stardom has been controversial since the film announced Zegler’s lead role. Social media. Internet user's reaction (Image via snip from Twitter/@WeX247) In the video that is circulating online, Rachel Zegler is heard saying, "The original cartoon came out in 1937 and it is very evident. The 22-year-old is dating Josh Andrés Rivera, who has co-starred with Rachel on two popular films. She is known for her role as Maria in the 2021 remake of West Side Story, which was directed by Steven Spielberg. Jewish filmmaker's 'West Side Story' remake nominated for seven Academy Awards, including best picture and best director. She spoke about her heritage after being cast as Maria in Steven Spielberg’s remake of West Side Story. Credit: SplashNews. I. Rachel Zegler praised Jessica Alba in an Instagram Story after Alba named Zegler among 10 women she admires in Hollywood. Please spread kindness to each other. Rachel Zegler is making her superhero debut in DC Comics's "Shazam!" sequel, out March 17. — rachel zegler (she/her/hers) (@rachelzegler) March 23, 2022 The Oscar invitation process is a bit of a mystery. Paula Lobo/Getty Images Rachel Zegler refuses to engage in the conversation about her casting as Snow White in the upcoming live-action remake of the animated classic Snow. 5. " Here they're led by Mike Faist who plays Riff. However, the actress has not yet defined. Lifestyle. The Hollywood Reporter @THR. Gal Gadot to play Evil Queen in Disney’s live-action Snow White film. Rachel Zegler [she/her] can be seen as Maria in Steven Spielberg's upcoming film adaptation of 'West Side Story'! Thank you for all the love. “Attending Hebrew school reading endless books about the holocaust like all Jewish children do. Sivana. Birthplace Clifton, NJ . The image also gives us our first glimpse at the reimagined seven dwarfs. Rachel Zegler and the rest of the cast for the new 'Hunger Games' prequel are doing press after snagging a SAG waiver amid the strike. E! News reports the two are a couple. : Rachel Zegler claimed her rightful place at the Oscars — as a presenter no less. Rachel Zegler is known for her breakthrough film role when she starred in the 2021 “West Side Story” adaption by Steven Spielberg. Rachel Zegler is a singer and songwriter, raised in New Jersey by her American father and Colombian mother. Rachel Zegler, who portrays Snow White in the upcoming film, made a name for herself with films like West Side Story (2021), Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023). ”. "He. The Golden Globe-winning actress, best known for her role as Maria. Rachel Zegler's family background is a mix of Polish and Colombian. " The. From her mother's side, she is half Latino. Paddington 3 has reportedly recast Rachel Zegler due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike. The 20-year-old actress, who plays Maria in the 2021 remake of the classic movie musical, took to. 1. Her breakthrough role was Mara in Steven. The Disney world is no stranger to controversy and the latest upheaval centers around the talented actress Rachel Zegler and her portrayal of Snow White. " Now she stars in Steven Spielberg's big-budget film adaptation. In 2023, she played Anthea in Shazam! Fury of the Gods and Lucy Gray Baird. Is Rachel Zegler Jewish? She is an American singer and actress, best known for playing Maria Vasquez in West Se Story. When asked. Rachel Zegler nació el 3 de mayo de 2001 en, Hackensack, Nueva Jersey, Estados Unidos. Rachel Zegler is ready to bring an animated legend to life in Snow White, Disney's upcoming live-action adaptation of the studio's first full-length animated film. Rachel is a celebrated actress, singer, and songwriter from the United States. Jewish-owned NYC coffee shop Caffe. Zegler is a prime example of the sort of woman who has been blinded by modern feminism to a life that many women find great happiness in. Dr. According to the Los Angeles Times , nominees each receive two tickets (but can request two more), as do presenters, and a sizable number of tickets are set aside for lawyers, production teams, media, accountants, and other. Rachel Zegler Had ‘Imposter Syndrome’ Following Her Casting In The Shazam Sequel . Her grandmother emigrated from Colombia to the United States in the 1960s. As per her Polish dad, he is of three-quarters Polish ancestry, with the rest being German and Italian. Snow White star Rachel Zegler has explained how her character is going to be more of a leader in the new movie. David Alvarez (Bernardo) is Cuban-Canadian. Rachel Zegler has confirmed that she’s dating West Side Story co-star Josh Andres Rivera!. She first played the role in a Performing Arts School. The actress took to Twitter on Saturday to share a collection of throwback photos of her childhood, showing her dressed up as. Rachel Zegler is under fire on social media for resurfaced comments she made last year about gender roles in the upcoming live-action remake of "Snow White," in which she plays the title character. Rachel Zegler might have been overexaggerating her disappointment in the above clip, but it’s true that the actors on set trying to show off their powers can look a little silly, and have it. She is best known for her natural acting skills. No, Rachel Zegler is not Jewish. Rachel Zegler is the latest DC Universe star to fight back against critics, as the. Fury of the Gods’. N. The hideous Rachel Zegler might have single-handedly killed the future of the Hunger Games franchise. November 14, 2023 · 5 min read. Zegler, 20, an actor and singer who grew up in Clifton, wins the honor for best actress in a motion picture musical or comedy in a big night for the movie musical. “ West Side Story ” star Rachel Zegler may be going to the Oscars after all. 06 Jun 2023 14:11:40Lea Veloso Fri, November 17, 2023, 5:40 PM EST · 4 min read Actual goals. května 2001 Hackensack, New Jersey, USA) je americká herečka. No, Snow White actress Rachel Zegler isn’t the reason Gina Carano was fired by Lucasfilm two years back – but there’s a reason why people think she is. Both of their daughters studied at an all-girls Immaculate Conception Catholic school. The 20-year-old actress prompted rumors last February, just days after. The actress, 33, looked elegant in a. Rachel Zegler 's boyfriend Josh Andrés Rivera left sweet love notes for his ladylove while on-set of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Ethnicity: Rachel Zegler is of Colombian and Polish descent. Actress Rachel Zegler allegedly has been blacklisted from Hollywood, according to a new video by YouTuber Mike Zeroh. By Sylvia Shakya May 1, 2023. Almost a year ago, Zegler, who had recently been announced as the lead of Disney’s live-action version of Snow White, gave an interview to Extra TV at the 2022 D23 Expo (an event very similar to. “West Side Story” star Rachel Zegler is facing backlash for her dramatic reading of Britney Spears’ Twitter messages to estranged sister Jamie Lynn Spears. Rachel Zegler attends the 2021 premiere of “West Side Story” in New York. “I’m sorry but if you’re. Driven by Bernstein’s ever-enchanting tapestry of rhythm and melody and. Learning of the worlds confusing hatred for us. Zegler will play Tony in addition to two other roles. 'Snow White' Director's son David Hand calls Disney's "woke" Snow White movie reboot "pathetic" following star Rachel Zegler criticizing the 1937 film as "dated. On Thursday (November 16), the Hunger Games star appeared on The Tonight. The 28-year-old actor starred alongside. Credit: Lionsgate. The 22-year-old has been at the center of a furious backlash from. Rachel Zegler. Actress Rachel Zegler's performance in West Side Story has easily been one of the most discussed during the 2022 awards season. Karyn Feinberg Director of Psychology Services. October 27, 2023, 1:12 pm. Rachel Anne Zegler is a US native pop artist and actress. Rachel Zegler, who is playing the titular princess in the updated Snow White, has received severe backlash after a resurfaced interview showed her slamming the original movie and suggesting the. the opportunity should have been given to else. Her audience has now raised concerns regarding Rachel Zegler Sister. Amid. Rachel Zegler is indeed at the 2022 Academy Awards — and in Dior, no less — a far cry from the sweatpants she expected to wear on Sunday night. Fans were treated to the first look at Disney’s live-action “ Snow White ” remake at the D23 Expo on Friday, revealing Rachel Zegler in the role of the first-ever Disney princess. . 06:54 PM - 15 Mar 2023. R. Before the tail end of awards season, the two actors largely kept their relationship private. Gina just called Rachel out as a lying hypocrite after she tweeted: "I hope the world becomes. Zegler was born in Hackensack, New Jersey, to a Polish father named Craig and a Colombian mom named Gina. @billyeichner. Posted: May 31, 2022 9:12 pm. Written by Tony Kusher, the film adaptation of the infamous musical takes place in New York amidst the height of the racial tension between an all. Rachel Zegler is staying positive and spreading an inspiring message. While Tony is stated to be of Polish descent, Ansel Elgort is Russian Jewish on his father's side and Norwegian, English, and German on his mother's. Stop this buffoonery. ”. Rachel Zegler is opening up about her love for Taylor Swift and her emotional night at the Eras Tour show in New Jersey. Having been one of 30,000 people to audition, she was selected to play the role of Maria in Steven Spielberg's remake of the classic West Side Story (2021), opposite Ansel Elgort as Tony. She came to prominence with her film debut playing María in Steven Spielberg's musical adaptation West Side Story (2021), for which she won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical. “Rachel and I became best buds, and I gained a sister on set. Zegler went to St. Zegler father is of Polish descent, and her mother, a Columbian. Courtesy of Rachel Zegler. The 22-year-old actress put on a casual display in a Lady Gaga T-shirt and denim cargo pants as she stepped out for a solo. Rachel Zegler at the premiere of “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” in Los Angeles. Holis, everyone! I don’t know how I feel about Rachel Zegler’s views on her latinidad. Born on 3 May 2001, Rachel Zegler’s age is 22 Years Old as of 2023. If you're a fan of musicals, chances are you're familiar with Steven Spielberg's directorial debut in the musical, West Side Story and its rising star. Rachel Zegler, Rita Moreno and Ariana DeBose were photographed Jan. Director: Francis Lawrence | Stars: Rachel Zegler, Hunter Schafer, Peter Dinklage, Tom Blyth. Rachel Zegler has shown what many are calling a deep disdain for the story of 'Snow White' -- morphing one controversy into a new one. XoxoRachel Anne Zegler is an American actress and singer. a Jewish culture site. She later underwent a biopsy procedure and it was revealed that the lump was benign. Actress Rachel Zegler has broken her silence on alleged misfortunes for her role in the live-action Snow White film. On Sunday, the West Side Story star posed on the red. Zegler initially turned down the part. Niko Tavernise. The West Side Story star spoke out. Her mother, Gina Zegler, works at a school for children with special needs, while her father, Craig Zegler, works in the construction industry. 25, 2023, the Disney fan blog known as Inside the Magic published an article with the headline, "Disney Officially Fires Rachel Zegler from 'Snow White' Live Action, Report Claims. Disney’s live action "Snow White" film star Rachel Zegler has recently spoken out on some of the backlash she has received for her "outspokenness" throughout her Hollywood career. Rachel Zegler. Is Rachel Zegler Jewish? She is an American singer and actress, best known for playing Maria Vasquez in West Se Story. –) Golden Globe-díjas amerikai színésznő, énekesnő és Youtuber. In another timeline, Rachel Zegler would have had her breakthrough moment last December. The actor and singer, who plays female lead María in Steven. Here are 11 Jewish facts about “West Side Story. By Brandon Schreur. On July 14, Daily Mail published photos from the set of the remake. Rachel Zegler is going to need to start working on her french braiding skills. " a. Zegler, who starred as Maria Vasquez. But the way this particular one came about demonstrates the inner workings of a fine-tuned cycle for whipping up fury. Rachel Zegler's Oscars wish has been granted. Currently, she has over 203,000 subscribers to her YouTube channel and does well. Credit: Inside the Magic. The West Side Story star hit the red carpet. The 22-year-old West Side Story star leads the franchise’s forthcoming movie, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, as protagonist Lucy Gray. Zegler, 20, plays Maria, the love interest of Ansel Elgort's Tony, in West Side Story, while Rivera played Chino, Maria's would-be love interest who becomes a. Snow.