Rachel Zegler, born on May 3, 2001, in Hackensack, New Jersey, is an American actress and singer. She gained fame through her breakout role as Maria Vasquez in Steven Spielberg's "West Side Story" (2021). However, there is no record of Rachel Zegler appearing in "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes." Her rapid rise to fame showcases her talent and promising career in the entertainment industry, with "West Side Story" marking a significant milestone in her early acting journey.