Hollywood actress Zoe Saldaña has officially claimed the top spot as the highest-grossing actor of all time, surpassing longtime record holder Scarlett Johansson based on cumulative global box office earnings.

The milestone reflects Saldaña’s consistent presence in some of the biggest film franchises in cinema history, including Avatar, Guardians of the Galaxy, *Avengers and Star Trek.

What sets Saldaña apart is not just one record-breaking role, but a career built on long-term franchise storytelling. She is the only actor to appear in multiple films that each crossed the billion-dollar mark globally — a rare combination of longevity, consistency, and audience trust.

While comparisons naturally surfaced online, many fans and analysts emphasized that the milestone is not about rivalry, but about recognition. Johansson’s own box-office success remains historic, and both actresses are widely credited for reshaping how female-led performances thrive in blockbuster cinema.

Saldaña has long spoken about valuing the craft over numbers, but the achievement nonetheless places her in a unique category — proof that steady work across decades can quietly rewrite industry records.

In an era driven by short-term buzz, her milestone stands as a reminder: impact is often built one role at a time.