Zoe Saldaña has become the highest-grossing actor of all time thanks to her role in Avatar: Fire and Ash, overtaking Scarlett Johansson with a gross of nearly $17 billion. The latest Avatar film has earned approximately $1.2 billion worldwide, significantly contributing to Saldaña's record. While Johansson's recent film, Jurassic World Rebirth, performed well, it fell short of Avatar's monumental success. As both actresses have upcoming projects, the competition remains fierce, especially with Johansson's potential for a future boost from The Batman Part II, set for release in 2027.

What made Zoe Saldaña the highest-grossing actor of all time?

Zoe Saldaña became the highest-grossing actor of all time due to her significant earnings from the Avatar franchise, with her current gross nearly reaching $17 billion thanks to the recent release of Avatar: Fire and Ash.

Avatar: Fire and Ash is the third installment in James Cameron's groundbreaking sci-fi franchise, known for its stunning visual effects and immersive world-building. The original Avatar film released in 2009 remains the highest-grossing film worldwide, making the sequels highly anticipated. With such massive box office numbers, Saldaña’s role in the series has solidified her status in Hollywood history.