Zoe Kazan Early Life and Background
Zoe Swicord Kazan was born on September 9, 1983, in Los Angeles, California. She is the daughter of screenwriters Nicholas Kazan and Robin Swicord. Her paternal grandparents were film director Elia Kazan and playwright Molly Day Thacher. She attended Yale University, where she studied theater and graduated in 2005. Forbes has noted her family lineage in Hollywood.
Kazan began her professional acting career in the mid-2000s. Her early stage work included off-Broadway productions that earned her critical attention. She made her Broadway debut in 2017 in the revival of "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie." Her transition from stage to screen was marked by roles in independent films that highlighted her dramatic range.
Major Filmography and Acting Roles
Kazan's breakout film role came in "The Savages" (2007) alongside Philip Seymour Hoffman. She later starred in "Revolutionary Road" (2008) with Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. Her performance in "Meek's Cutoff" (2010) solidified her reputation in independent cinema. She wrote and starred in "The Pretty One" (2013).
In television, Kazan played Daphne in the HBO series "The Nevers" (2021). She also appeared in the Showtime miniseries "The Looming Tower" (2018). Her film roles include "When You Finish Saving the World" (2022), which was adapted from the audio series she created. IMDb lists her credits spanning over 30 acting and writing projects.
Net Worth and Current Projects
Zoe Kazan's estimated net worth is around $4 million, based on her film salaries, writing credits, and stage work. Her primary income sources include acting fees from studio and independent films, writer's guild payments, and theater productions. She has not publicly disclosed detailed financial breakdowns.
As of 2024, Kazan is working on new creative projects in both film and television. She continues to write original screenplays while taking on select acting roles. SEC filings related to entertainment companies she has been involved with show ongoing production activity. She remains active in the industry with upcoming projects announced by her representatives.