Rachel Zegler, a Colombian American rising star, has quickly gained fame with her role in Steven Spielberg's West Side Story. However, her journey to success began in local theater in New Jersey, where she honed her skills and gained attention through viral YouTube covers [9042058c]. Zegler's talent and dedication were recognized with four nominations at the Metro Awards for her performances in high school. Her hard work paid off when she received a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy [9042058c].
Interestingly, Zegler had previously portrayed the character Maria in West Side Story on stage before being cast in Spielberg's film adaptation. Reflecting on her journey, Zegler expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to play the role again and bring it to a wider audience [9042058c].
In addition to her acting career, Zegler has a passion for music. She has worked as a part-time wedding singer and has showcased her talent for music composition [9042058c].
On a personal note, Zegler is in a romantic relationship with her former co-star, Josh Andrés Rivera. The couple met on the set of West Side Story and have been together for over two years. Zegler recently shared heartfelt birthday wishes for Rivera on social media, showcasing their strong bond [9042058c].
Mike Faist, known for his role in 'The Bikeriders,' auditioned personally for Steven Spielberg's remake of 'West Side Story' and landed the part of Riff. Faist shared his behind-the-scenes experience, revealing that Spielberg was seen 'sweating' and 'stressing out' on set. The cast had four months of rehearsals prior to shooting [d87e69d7].
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