Rachel Anne Zegler (born 3 May 2001, in Hackensack, New Jersey) first gained
international recognition as Maria in Steven Spielberg’s 2021 adaptation of West
Side Story. Her vocal performance on the soundtrack—especially her rendition of
“Tonight” alongside Ansel Elgort—showcased her soaring soprano and dramatic
expressiveness early in her career. Her work earned her a Golden Globe Award for
Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy, making her the youngest recipient of the
award at just 20 years old. In 2023, she showcased her vocal and dramatic range
in The Hunger Games: The Ballad o...