How Cameron Diaz built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Cameron Diaz is a highly successful American actress known for her roles in both comedic and dramatic films. She became a prominent figure in Hollywood, particularly for her romantic comedy roles in the late 1990s and early 2000s, establishing her as a sex symbol and a bankable star. Her films have grossed over $3 billion in the U.S. box office, and she was named the highest-paid actress over 40 in 2013. She has received nominations for prestigious awards, including a British Academy Film Award and four Golden Globe Awards.
In 1976, the psychological horror film "The Box" is set. The movie stars Cameron Diaz and James Marsden as a couple who receive a mysterious box offering them one million dollars if they press a button that will cause someone to die.
In July 1990, at age 17, Cameron Diaz was featured on the cover of Seventeen magazine.
In 1994, at the age of 21, Cameron Diaz made her film debut in the comedy "The Mask" alongside Jim Carrey.
In 1995, Cameron Diaz starred in the independent black comedy "The Last Supper", playing one of the liberal graduate students.
In 1996, Cameron Diaz had a lead role as an ex-stripper in "Feeling Minnesota" and also starred in "She's the One" and "Head Above Water".
In 1997, Cameron Diaz had a supporting role in the romantic comedy "My Best Friend's Wedding".
In 1997, Cameron Diaz returned to mainstream cinema with the romantic comedy "My Best Friend's Wedding", playing the wealthy fiancée of a sportswriter.
In 1998, Cameron Diaz starred as the titular character in the Farrelly brothers' comedy "There's Something About Mary", which significantly increased her fame and earned her a Golden Globe nomination.
In 1998, Cameron Diaz starred in "There's Something About Mary" as the titular character, and also in the comedy "Very Bad Things".
In 1999, Cameron Diaz earned recognition as a dramatic actress for her roles in the sports drama "Any Given Sunday" and the fantasy film "Being John Malkovich".
In 1999, Cameron Diaz starred in Spike Jonze's "Being John Malkovich", and Oliver Stone's sports drama "Any Given Sunday".
In 2000, Cameron Diaz starred in "Charlie's Angels," a commercially successful action comedy.
In 2001, Cameron Diaz received praise for her supporting role in "Vanilla Sky" and began voicing Princess Fiona in the "Shrek" franchise.
In 2001, Cameron Diaz starred in the independent drama "The Invisible Circus" and appeared in "Vanilla Sky".
In 2001, Cameron Diaz voiced Princess Fiona in the animated film "Shrek", which became a major commercial success and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
In 2002, Cameron Diaz headlined the romantic comedy "The Sweetest Thing", which was a moderate commercial success.
In 2002, Cameron Diaz starred in Martin Scorsese's "Gangs of New York", adding to her diverse filmography.
In 2003, Cameron Diaz reprised her role in the commercially successful sequel, "Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle".
In 2004, Cameron Diaz reprised her role as Princess Fiona in "Shrek 2", which continued the commercial success of the franchise.
In 2005, Cameron Diaz starred in "In Her Shoes", a comedy-drama film based on the novel of the same name, receiving positive reviews for her performance.
In 2006, Cameron Diaz starred in Nancy Meyers' romantic comedy "The Holiday", which became one of the biggest commercial successes of the year.
By June 2008, Cameron Diaz earned an estimated US$50 million for her roles in the Shrek sequel and "What Happens in Vegas".
In 2008, Cameron Diaz starred in the romantic comedy "What Happens in Vegas", a box office success despite negative reviews.
In June 2009, "My Sister's Keeper", based on Jodi Picoult's novel, was released to mixed reviews. The film, starring Cameron Diaz as a former lawyer and mother of three, grossed US$95 million worldwide.
In 2010, Cameron Diaz starred in the action comedy "Knight and Day".
In 2010, Forbes ranked Cameron Diaz as the richest female celebrity. Also in 2010, she reprised her role as Princess Fiona in "Shrek Forever After", and starred in "Knight and Day" with Tom Cruise.
On April 21, 2011, The Green Hornet, starring Cameron Diaz, ended its theatrical run with a worldwide gross total of US$228 million.
In 2011, Cameron Diaz starred in both "The Green Hornet" and "Bad Teacher".
In 2012, Cameron Diaz was cast in "What to Expect When You're Expecting" and Gambit, a remake of the 1966 film of the same name. She also voiced Sigmund Freud in "A Liar's Autobiography".
In 2013, Cameron Diaz starred in Ridley Scott's "The Counselor", and in late 2013, she published a health book, "The Body Book: Feed, Move, Understand and Love Your Amazing Body", co-written with Sandra Bark.
In 2013, Cameron Diaz was named the highest-paid actress over 40, solidifying her status as a successful and prominent figure in Hollywood.
In 2013, Cameron Diaz wrote "The Body Book", which became a New York Times bestseller.
In March 2014, Cameron Diaz's book, "The Body Book: Feed, Move, Understand and Love Your Amazing Body", reached no. 2 on The New York Times Best Seller list.
In 2014, Cameron Diaz starred in "The Other Woman" and "Sex Tape". The Other Woman received mostly negative reviews from critics, while "Sex Tape" became a moderate commercial success.
In 2014, Cameron Diaz starred in three successful comedies—"The Other Woman," "Sex Tape," and "Annie"—before announcing her retirement from acting.
In June 2016, Cameron Diaz released "The Longevity Book: The Science of Aging, the Biology of Strength, and the Privilege of Time".
In 2016, Cameron Diaz published her second health book, "The Longevity Book".
In July 2017, Cameron Diaz decided to take a break from acting, citing exhaustion from traveling for filming.
In May 2019, Cameron Diaz was a keynote speaker at The Infatuation's annual food festival, EEEEEATSCON.
In 2020, Cameron Diaz launched an organic wine brand, Avaline, with business partner Katherine Power.
In June 2022, it was announced that Cameron Diaz would return to acting by starring alongside Jamie Foxx in the Netflix action-comedy "Back in Action".
In 2022, Cameron Diaz appeared as a guest judge in the season opener episode of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 7.
In March 2024, Cameron Diaz was in talks to star in Apple Original Film "Outcome" alongside Keanu Reeves. Filming for the project started later that month.
Cameron Diaz's movie, "Back in Action", was released on Netflix on January 17, 2025.
In 2025, Cameron Diaz is set to make a return to acting with the action comedy "Back in Action".
In 2027, Cameron Diaz is scheduled to reprise her voice role as Princess Fiona in "Shrek 5".
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