Zendaya, 30, debuted a striking new pixie cut while reuniting with her "Euphoria" co-stars Hunter Schafer and Alexa Demie for a dinner in New York City. The trio gathered at the Japanese restaurant Rule of Thirds in Greenpoint, Brooklyn.
Zendaya, known for her role as Rue Bennett in the hit HBO series, appeared in good spirits, smiling behind her security team. She wore a bright red top paired with cream-colored trousers. Schafer, 27, who plays Jules Vaughn, opted for a chic black dress, sunglasses, and a patterned shoulder bag. Demie, 35, who portrays Maddy Perez, was seen in a casual white tank top.
The actress continued to showcase her new look over the weekend. A video posted to the Prada Beauty Instagram account featured Zendaya, the brand's global ambassador, encouraging followers to visit a pop-up event in New York City.
This outing comes weeks after Zendaya's mother, Claire Stoermer, publicly addressed negative online comments about her appearance. Stoermer, 62, shared her frustration on Instagram, calling the criticism "sad and frustrating" and noting the prevalence of "terrible, horrible comments."
Stoermer, a former teacher, emphasized the importance of not taking criticism personally, referencing "the four agreements" as a guiding principle. Zendaya, who recently married Tom Holland, has often spoken about her close bond with her parents, Claire Stoermer and Kazembe Ajamu Coleman. She has frequently credited her mother as a role model, citing Stoermer's dedication as a teacher in underfunded Oakland schools as a formative influence.
Zendaya's parents divorced when she was young, but the actress has stated they remain amicable. Stoermer currently runs Kizzmet Jewelry, a brand whose pieces Zendaya has been seen wearing. Zendaya's heritage includes Scottish and German ancestry on her mother's side and African American on her father's.