Zooey Deschanel

Zooey Deschanel is a popular American actress and singer. Born in Los Angeles, she did not take long to realise her passion for music and her penchant for acting. With a big break in the TV series ‘Veronica’s Closet’, Deschanel made her motion picture debut with the movie, ‘Mumford’. After a gripping performance in the critically acclaimed autobiographical film ‘Almost Famous’, Deschanel played a host of supporting roles and finally appeared in a lead role, in ‘All The Real Girls’. This was just the start for the starlet who was beginning to get recognized for her choice of quirky and challenging roles. She rose to fame with the sleeper hit ‘(500) Days of Summer’; Deschanel garnered much praise for her unusual acting. Deschanel is also an eminent musician and has collaborated with M. Ward, forming the duet group, ‘She & Him’. She has contributed to several film soundtracks and has been recognized for her singing skills. With her charming personality, a knack for music and a distinctive acting style Deschanel has managed to gather a cult following in Hollywood and around the world.