History of Jennifer Lopez in Timeline
Jennifer Lopez, or J.Lo, is an American singer, songwriter, actress, dancer, and businesswoman. Recognized as a highly influential Latina entertainer, she has broken barriers for Latino Americans in Hollywood and significantly contributed to the Latin pop music movement. Beyond her artistic achievements, Lopez has impacted popular culture through her fashion choices, branding ventures, and influence on mainstream beauty standards.
1953: Epic Records Inception
Epic Records was established in 1953. Jennifer Lopez became the first female solo recording artist under Epic Records to achieve a number-one album in the United States since its inception in 1953.
1961: Inspiration from West Side Story
In 1961, Jennifer Lopez was inspired by Rita Moreno's performance in the musical film West Side Story. Moreno was the only performer Lopez could identify with, at a time when Latinos were rarely seen on television, providing a significant source of inspiration.
July 24, 1969: Jennifer Lopez's Birth
On July 24, 1969, Jennifer Lynn Lopez, also known as J.Lo, was born. She later became a singer, songwriter, actress, dancer, and businesswoman.
1979: Influence of "Rapper's Delight"
In 1979, Jennifer Lopez was profoundly impacted by the hip hop song "Rapper's Delight" by The Sugarhill Gang, which she said changed her life and influenced her artistic development.
1984: Publication of 'What to Expect When You're Expecting'
In 1984, the book 'What to Expect When You're Expecting' was originally published, which later inspired the 2012 film starring Jennifer Lopez.
1984: Introduction of Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award
The Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award was introduced in 1984. Jennifer Lopez was the first Latin performer to receive the honor since its introduction, in 2018.
1989: Touring Europe with Golden Musicals of Broadway
In 1989, Jennifer Lopez spent five months touring Europe with the musical revue show Golden Musicals of Broadway.
1990: Dancing with MC Hammer and Synchronicity Tour in Japan
In 1990, Jennifer Lopez danced alongside MC Hammer in an episode of Yo! MTV Raps and traveled around Japan for four months as a chorus member in Synchronicity.
1991: Television Debut on In Living Color
In 1991, Jennifer Lopez made her television debut as a Fly Girl on the sketch comedy series In Living Color.
1991: Backup Dancer for New Kids on the Block and Musical Productions
In 1991, Jennifer Lopez was hired as a backup dancer for New Kids on the Block's performance of "Games" at the American Music Awards and also traveled around America with regional productions of musicals.
1991: Fly Girl on In Living Color
In 1991, Jennifer Lopez's most high-profile job as a professional dancer was as a Fly Girl jazz-funk dancer on the sketch comedy television series In Living Color. She moved to Los Angeles for the job in late 1991.
1993: Role in Television Film Lost in the Wild
In 1993, Jennifer Lopez appeared in the television film Lost in the Wild.
1993: Backup Dancer for Janet Jackson
In 1993, after appearing as a Fly Girl in seasons three and four of In Living Color, Jennifer Lopez left to work as a backup dancer for Janet Jackson and appeared in the music video for "That's the Way Love Goes".
1993: Broadway Musical Kiss of the Spider Woman
In 1993, the Broadway musical 'Kiss of the Spider Woman' debuted, of which Jennifer Lopez later starred in the film adaptation, directed by Bill Condon.
1994: Recurring Role on South Central
In 1994, Jennifer Lopez's first professional acting job was a small recurring role on the television show South Central.
1996: Roles in Jack and Blood and Wine
In 1996, Jennifer Lopez had a supporting role opposite Robin Williams in the comedy Jack, and starred opposite Jack Nicholson in the neo-noir thriller Blood and Wine.
1996: First cover of Latina in 1996
In 1996, Jennifer Lopez was featured on the first cover of Latina magazine, marking a significant moment in the representation of Latinas in media.
1996: Publication of Elmore Leonard Novel Out of Sight
In 1996, the Elmore Leonard novel Out of Sight, on which the 1998 film starring Jennifer Lopez was based, was published.
February 1997: Marriage to Ojani Noa
In February 1997, Jennifer Lopez married Cuban waiter Ojani Noa.
1997: Casting as Selena Quintanilla-Pérez in Selena
In 1997, Jennifer Lopez became the first Latina actress to earn $1 million with her casting as Selena Quintanilla-Pérez in the biopic Selena.
1997: Starring Role in Selena and High-Paid Latin Actress Status
In 1997, Jennifer Lopez starred as Selena in the film Selena, which lead to her establishing herself as the highest-paid Latin actress.
1997: Appearance in Sean Combs Music Video
While working on her debut album, Jennifer Lopez appeared in the Sean Combs music video "Been Around the World" in 1997.
January 1998: Divorce from Ojani Noa
In January 1998, Jennifer Lopez's marriage to Ojani Noa ended in divorce.
1998: Ethnic blind casting with Out of Sight in 1998
In 1998, Jennifer Lopez achieved "ethnic 'blind' casting" with her role in Out of Sight, marking her as an anomaly in the traditionally white space of mainstream Hollywood.
1998: Attending the 70th Academy Awards and Armageddon premiere
In 1998, Jennifer Lopez crossed paths with Ben Affleck at the 70th Academy Awards and at the premiere of 'Armageddon'.
1998: Lopez discusses her roles in 1998
In 1998, Jennifer Lopez discussed her preference for playing characters that are integral to the story and real, stating, "I don't think of them as strong women ... I like characters that are really part of the story as opposed to window dressing, but I think the interesting thing is that they are real people. Nobody walks around being strong all the time."
1998: Controversy over Movieline interview in 1998
In 1998, Jennifer Lopez faced backlash from an interview with Movieline, where she was quoted criticizing actors and directors; she claimed the comments were made in jest and were misquoted, causing her significant distress.
1998: Leading Role in Out of Sight
In 1998, Jennifer Lopez had a leading role in Anaconda and Out of Sight.
1998: Starring in Out of Sight, Voice Role in Antz, and Endorsements
In 1998, Jennifer Lopez starred opposite George Clooney in Out of Sight, provided the voice of Azteca in the animated film Antz, and became a spokesperson for Coca-Cola and L'Oréal.
July 1999: Performance at FIFA Women's World Cup Closing Ceremony
In July 1999, Jennifer Lopez performed "If You Had My Love" and "Let's Get Loud" at the FIFA Women's World Cup closing ceremony, watched by over one billion viewers worldwide.
December 27, 1999: Arrest at Times Square nightclub
On December 27, 1999, Jennifer Lopez, Sean Combs, and Shyne were arrested and charged with criminal possession of a weapon and possession of stolen property after a shooting at a Times Square nightclub.
1999: Anti-Lopez sentiment online in 1999
By 1999, Jennifer Lopez faced a surge of negative sentiment online, with Frances Negrón-Muntaner noting that "Internet chat rooms exploded with anti-Lopez babble," making her a target for criticism related to her working-class sexuality and Latina visibility.
1999: Debut Album On the 6
In 1999, Jennifer Lopez ventured into the music industry with her debut album, On the 6.
February 2000: Versace Dress at the Grammy Awards
In February 2000, Jennifer Lopez wore a plunging green Versace silk chiffon dress to the Grammy Awards, which generated worldwide attention and led to the creation of Google Images.
January 2001: Release of 'J.Lo' Album and 'The Wedding Planner' Film
In January 2001, Jennifer Lopez achieved the distinction of being the first woman to simultaneously have a number-one film, 'The Wedding Planner', and a number-one album, with the release of 'J.Lo'. The album was named after the nickname her fans used for her.
March 2001: Sean Combs acquitted of charges
In March 2001, Sean Combs was acquitted of all charges related to the December 27, 1999, incident, while charges against Jennifer Lopez were dropped earlier. Shyne was sentenced to ten years in prison.
September 2001: Marriage to Cris Judd
In September 2001, Jennifer Lopez married Cris Judd, her former backup dancer.
November 2001: 'Jennifer Lopez in Concert' NBC Special
In November 2001, Jennifer Lopez's two-concert residency in Puerto Rico was broadcast as an NBC special titled 'Jennifer Lopez in Concert'. The event was one of the most-watched concert specials of the year in the United States, drawing an audience of almost 12 million.
December 2001: First major meeting with Ben Affleck on Gigli set
In December 2001, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck had their first major meeting on the set of 'Gigli'.
2001: Number-One Album and Film Simultaneously
In 2001, Jennifer Lopez became the first woman to simultaneously have a number-one album and film in the United States, with her second album, J.Lo, and the romantic comedy The Wedding Planner.
2001: Nervous Breakdown During 'Enough' Filming
In 2001, Jennifer Lopez experienced a nervous breakdown while filming 'Enough'. The breakdown was attributed to overwork.
2001: Launch of J.Lo by Jennifer Lopez Clothing Line and Nuyorican Productions
In 2001, Jennifer Lopez launched her first business venture, the clothing line 'J.Lo by Jennifer Lopez', catering to women of all sizes. Additionally, she founded her production company, Nuyorican Productions, with manager Benny Medina.
2001: Shifting cultural beauty standards in 2001
In 2001, Jennifer Lopez was credited with influencing a shift in cultural beauty standards due to public emphasis on her curvaceous figure; Herón Marquez wrote, "Because she wasn't rail thin, Lopez had broken the mold ... Suddenly, it was okay for women to have hips, curves, and a big backside."
2001: First Female Solo Recording Artist under Epic Records since 1953
In 2001, with the album J.Lo, Jennifer Lopez became the first female solo recording artist under Epic Records to achieve a number-one album in the United States since 1953. Billboard also named Lopez the top Hot 100 female artist and the greatest pop star of 2001.
2001: Greatest Pop Star of the year 2001
Jennifer Lopez was named the Greatest Pop Star of the year 2001 by Billboard, recognizing her significant impact on music.
November 2002: Engagement to Ben Affleck
In November 2002, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck became engaged.
2002: Guinness World Record for Remix Album
In 2002, J to tha L-O! The Remixes by Jennifer Lopez was recognized by the Guinness World Records as the first number-one remix album on the U.S. Billboard 200.
2002: Release of 'This Is Me... Then'
In 2002, Jennifer Lopez released the album 'This Is Me... Then', a prequel to her 2024 album 'This Is Me... Now'
2002: Releases of 'J to tha L-O! The Remixes' and 'This Is Me... Then'
In 2002, Jennifer Lopez released two albums. The first, 'J to tha L–O! The Remixes', made history as the first remix album to debut at number one on the Billboard 200. Later in 2002, she released her third studio album, 'This Is Me... Then', influenced by her relationship with Ben Affleck.
2002: Starring in 'Enough' and 'Maid in Manhattan', Opening Madre's Restaurant, and Launching 'Glow by JLo'
In 2002, Jennifer Lopez starred in the thriller 'Enough' and the romantic comedy 'Maid in Manhattan'. She also opened Madre's, a Los Angeles restaurant serving Latin cuisine, and launched her first fragrance, 'Glow by JLo', which became the top-selling fragrance in the U.S.
2002: Image described by The New York Times in 2002
In 2002, Lynette Holloway of The New York Times described Jennifer Lopez's image as including "a dash of ghetto fabulousness" and "middle-class respectability" for mass appeal, capturing her multifaceted public persona.
January 2003: Divorce from Cris Judd
In January 2003, Jennifer Lopez's marriage to Cris Judd ended in divorce.
September 14, 2003: Postponement of wedding to Ben Affleck
On September 14, 2003, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck postponed their planned wedding due to excessive media attention.
2003: Failure of Gigli
In 2003, Jennifer Lopez experienced media scrutiny and the failure of her film Gigli.
2003: Media Criticism, Firing of Management, Starring in Gigli, and Launching 'Still Jennifer Lopez'
In 2003, Jennifer Lopez faced widespread media criticism regarding her relationship with Ben Affleck. She also fired her manager and publicist, starred in the film 'Gigli', which was a box office failure, released her second fragrance 'Still Jennifer Lopez', and became the face of Louis Vuitton's advertising campaign.
2003: Curvier mannequins in 2003
In 2003, Jennifer Lopez inspired a trend of designing curvier mannequins, which fueled a rise in sales for manufacturers and retailers.
2003: Reflecting on Sex Scene in U Turn
In 2003, Jennifer Lopez spoke about a sex scene added by director Oliver Stone in the crime film U Turn (1997) and said it was not something she would have chosen to do.
2003: Misogyny and Racism in 2003
In 2003, Lawrence Donegan of The Guardian suggested that misogyny and racism were to blame for Jennifer Lopez's position as "the most vilified woman in modern popular culture."
January 2004: End of engagement with Ben Affleck
In January 2004, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck ended their engagement.
June 2004: Marriage to Marc Anthony
In June 2004, Jennifer Lopez married singer Marc Anthony.
2004: Role in Jersey Girl, Starring in Shall We Dance?, and Success of Clothing Lines and Fragrances
In 2004, Jennifer Lopez had a minor role in 'Jersey Girl' and starred in 'Shall We Dance?'. Her clothing lines and fragrances generated over $300 million in revenue throughout 2004, marking a financial success.
2004: Starring in Shall We Dance?
In 2004, Jennifer Lopez starred in the romantic comedy Shall We Dance?
2004: Death of Paige Peterson
In 2004, Paige Peterson, an eleven-year-old cancer patient whom Jennifer Lopez befriended at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles, passed away. Lopez later dedicated her album 'Rebirth' (2005) to Peterson.
2004: Google searches since 2004
In 2011, Jennifer Lopez was deemed the "world's greatest musical comeback act," based on a study which analysed over one billion Google searches since 2004, highlighting her return to prominence.
2005: Release of Rebirth
In 2005, Jennifer Lopez released the album Rebirth.
2005: Starring in An Unfinished Life
In 2005, Jennifer Lopez starred alongside Robert Redford and Morgan Freeman in the drama An Unfinished Life.
2005: Starring in 'Monster-in-Law', Release of 'Rebirth', Launch of Sweetface, and Pepsi Commercial Appearance
In 2005, Jennifer Lopez starred in 'Monster-in-Law' and released her fourth studio album, 'Rebirth'. She also launched her second fashion label, Sweetface, and appeared in a Pepsi commercial with Beyoncé and David Beckham.
2005: Starring in Monster-in-Law
In 2005, Jennifer Lopez starred in the romantic comedy Monster-in-Law.
2005: Dedication of Rebirth album to Paige Peterson
In 2005, Jennifer Lopez's album 'Rebirth' was dedicated to Paige Peterson, an eleven-year-old cancer patient she befriended at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles who died in 2004.
2006: Co-starring in El Cantante
In 2006, Jennifer Lopez co-starred with Marc Anthony in the film 'El Cantante'.
2006: Starring in Bordertown
In 2006, Jennifer Lopez reunited with director Gregory Nava to star in the crime drama Bordertown as a journalist investigating female homicides in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico.
February 2007: Honored with Artists for Amnesty prize
In February 2007, Jennifer Lopez was honored with the Artists for Amnesty prize by Amnesty International for her work in 'Bordertown', which shed light on feminicides in Ciudad Juárez.
September 2007: Start of First Concert Tour Co-Headlined with Marc Anthony
In September 2007, while pregnant with twins, Jennifer Lopez embarked upon her first ever concert tour, a show co-headlined by Marc Anthony; the tour was well received.
2007: Release of Como Ama una Mujer
In 2007, Jennifer Lopez released the album Como Ama una Mujer, which broke first-week sales records for a debut Spanish album.
2007: Starring in El Cantante
In 2007, Jennifer Lopez starred opposite her then-husband Marc Anthony in the music biopic El Cantante, which told the story of Puerto Rican salsa singer Héctor Lavoe and his wife Puchi.
February 2008: Birth of Twins
In February 2008, Jennifer Lopez gave birth to fraternal twins on Long Island.
February 2008: Birth of Twins and Career Break
In February 2008, Jennifer Lopez gave birth to twins and subsequently took a career break. Her restaurant Madre's closed permanently, as did her two fashion lines.
2009: Billboard Ranking
In 2009, Billboard ranked Jennifer Lopez number 50 on its Decade-End list, recognizing her as one of the most successful artists of the 2000s decade.
2009: Purchase of Miami Dolphins stake
In 2009, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony purchased a stake in the Miami Dolphins.
2009: Launch of Lopez Family Foundation
In 2009, Jennifer Lopez launched the Lopez Family Foundation (originally known as the Maribel Foundation) alongside her sister, Lynda. The organization works to increase healthcare access for underprivileged women and children.
2009: Release of 'Louboutins' and 'Fresh Out of the Oven' and Departure from Sony Music
In 2009, Jennifer Lopez released two songs, 'Louboutins' and 'Fresh Out of the Oven', which failed to chart, leading to her departure from Sony Music and Epic Records.
2009: Embodiment of the American Dream in 2009
In 2009, Robert C. Cottrell described Jennifer Lopez as the "embodiment of the American Dream" in Icons of American Popular Culture, highlighting her significant influence and success.
2010: World Music Awards Legend Award
In 2010, Jennifer Lopez was honored with the Legend Award by the World Music Awards for her contributions to the arts.
2010: Starring in 'The Back-up Plan'
In 2010, Jennifer Lopez's first theatrical role in three years was in the romantic comedy 'The Back-up Plan'.
July 2011: Announcement of separation from Marc Anthony
In July 2011, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony announced their separation.
October 2011: Start of relationship with Casper Smart
In October 2011, Jennifer Lopez began an on-again, off-again relationship with her former backup dancer, Casper Smart.
2011: Criticism at the 2011 American Music Awards
At the 2011 American Music Awards, Jennifer Lopez's performance, particularly her nude bodysuit, was criticized by Robin Givhan of The Daily Beast as "banal exhibitionism" that "cried out for attention in all the wrong ways."
2011: No recounting of modern Latina history without Jennifer in 2011
In 2011, Galina Espinoza wrote that there is "no recounting of modern Latina history without Jennifer", emphasizing her groundbreaking impact on Latina representation.
2011: Release of 'Love?', Brand Ambassadorships, and Launch of Jennifer Lopez Collection
In 2011, Jennifer Lopez released her seventh studio album, 'Love?'. She also became a brand ambassador for L'Oréal, Gilette Venus, Tous, and Fiat. Additionally, she launched the Jennifer Lopez Collection with Tommy Hilfiger for Kohl's, generating significant sales.
2011: Judge on American Idol and Release of Love?
In 2011, Jennifer Lopez returned to prominence as a judge on American Idol and with the album Love?
2011: World's Greatest Musical Comeback Act in 2011
In 2011, Jennifer Lopez was deemed the "world's greatest musical comeback act," based on a study which analysed over one billion Google searches since 2004, highlighting her return to prominence.
2011: Dance and the Hollywood Latina: Race, Sex and Stardom
In 2011, Priscilla Peña Ovalle's book, Dance and the Hollywood Latina: Race, Sex and Stardom, highlighted Jennifer Lopez as one of the Latina stars who used dance to gain agency as working performers, while also noting the racialized and sexualized nature of many of their roles.
2011: Joining American Idol Judging Panel
In 2011, a significant turning point in Jennifer Lopez's career occurred when she joined the judging panel of 'American Idol' for its tenth season, replacing Simon Cowell.
2011: Image shift with American Idol in 2011
In 2011, the media noted a shift in Jennifer Lopez's public image upon her joining American Idol, with Entertainment Weekly observing the disappearance of her "old cut-a-bitch swagger" in favor of an "all-embracing, Oprahfied earth madre" persona.
April 2012: Marc Anthony files for divorce
In April 2012, Marc Anthony filed for divorce from Jennifer Lopez.
December 2012: Charity drive for favorite charities
In December 2012, Jennifer Lopez held a charity drive to benefit the Gloria Wise Boys and Girls Club, the Children's Hospital Los Angeles, and the American Red Cross, primarily benefiting victims of Hurricane Sandy.
2012: Fragrance sales exceed $2 billion in 2012
By 2012, Jennifer Lopez's fragrance line had become the most successful celebrity line in the world, with sales exceeding $2 billion, demonstrating her impact on celebrity branding.
2012: World's most powerful celebrity in 2012
In 2012, Forbes ranked Jennifer Lopez as the world's most powerful celebrity and the 38th most powerful woman, highlighting her significant influence.
2012: Endorsement of Barack Obama
In 2012, Jennifer Lopez endorsed President Barack Obama in his presidential campaign, appearing in television advertisements and attending fundraising events for him.
2012: Return to American Idol, Release of 'Dance Again... the Hits', and Launch of Dance Again World Tour and Teeology
In 2012, Jennifer Lopez returned as a judge for American Idol's eleventh season. She released her greatest hits album, 'Dance Again... the Hits', launched the Dance Again World Tour, and launched Teeology, a luxury T-shirt brand.
2012: Film and Television Appearances
In 2012, Jennifer Lopez starred in the film 'What to Expect When You're Expecting,' voiced Shira in 'Ice Age: Continental Drift,' and appeared in the talent show '¡Q'Viva! The Chosen'.
2012: Voice of Shira in Ice Age Franchise
In 2012, Jennifer Lopez voiced Shira in the animated Ice Age franchise.
2012: Ranked Among Forbes' World's 100 Most Powerful Women
In 2012, Jennifer Lopez was ranked among the World's 100 Most Powerful Women by Forbes.
2012: "Highest Viewed Female Music Video of All Time"
In 2012, Jennifer Lopez's single "On the Floor" was recognized by Guinness World Records as the "Highest Viewed Female Music Video of All Time".
May 2013: Controversy on Britain's Got Talent
In May 2013, Jennifer Lopez's performance on the finale of the television series Britain's Got Talent was considered inappropriate for family television, leading to viewer complaints to Ofcom.
June 2013: amfAR Humanitarian Award
In June 2013, amfAR presented Jennifer Lopez with its humanitarian award for her philanthropic work.
2013: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
In 2013, Jennifer Lopez received the 2,500th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her musical contributions. Univision also presented her with the World Icon Award in its Premios Juventud.
2013: Starring in 'Parker', Single Release, Business Ventures, and Television Production
In 2013, Jennifer Lopez starred in 'Parker', released the single "Live It Up", founded Viva Móvil, became chief creative officer of NuvoTV, and executive produced 'The Fosters'.
June 2014: Divorce from Marc Anthony finalized
In June 2014, Jennifer Lopez's divorce from Marc Anthony was finalized.
2014: Billboard Icon Award
In 2014, Jennifer Lopez became the first female recipient of the Billboard Icon Award.
2014: Return to American Idol, Album Release, World Cup Song, Jewelry Line, and Book Release
In 2014, Jennifer Lopez returned to American Idol, released her album 'A.K.A.', co-released "We Are One (Ole Ola)" for the FIFA World Cup, partnered with Endless Jewelry, and released her book 'True Love'.
2014: Aquatic mite named after Lopez in 2014
In 2014, scientists named a species of aquatic mite found in Puerto Rico, Litarachna lopezae, after Jennifer Lopez, recognizing her cultural impact.
May 2015: Celebrity spokesperson for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
In May 2015, Jennifer Lopez became the first celebrity spokesperson for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the BC Children's Hospital Foundation (BCCHF), appearing in a campaign entitled "Put Your Money Where the Miracles Are".
2015: Controversy at Mawazine Festival 2015
Following her performance at the Mawazine musical festival in 2015, Jennifer Lopez faced criticism from Moroccan Prime Minister Abdelilah Benkirane, who deemed it "indecent" and "disgraceful," while an education group claimed it "disturbed public order and tarnished women's honor and respect."
2015: Release of 'The Boy Next Door', Voice Role in 'Home', and Starring in 'Lila & Eve'
In 2015, Jennifer Lopez co-produced and starred in 'The Boy Next Door', had a voice role in 'Home' and contributed to its soundtrack with "Feel the Light", and starred in 'Lila & Eve'.
January 2016: Commencement of 'All I Have' Residency in Las Vegas
In January 2016, Jennifer Lopez commenced her concert residency show, 'All I Have', at Planet Hollywood's Zappos Theater in Las Vegas, Nevada.
July 2016: Release of Love Make the World Go Round
In July 2016, Jennifer Lopez released a single entitled "Love Make the World Go Round", a collaboration with Lin-Manuel Miranda, which benefits victims of the Orlando nightclub shooting.
August 2016: End of relationship with Casper Smart
In August 2016, Jennifer Lopez's on-again, off-again relationship with Casper Smart ended.
2016: Billboard's Ranking as Dance Club Artist
In 2016, Billboard ranked Jennifer Lopez as the ninth-greatest dance club artist of all time, noting her 18 number-one songs on its Dance Club Songs chart.
2016: End of American Idol and Shades of Blue
In 2016, Jennifer Lopez ended her run as a judge on American Idol and starred in the police drama series Shades of Blue.
2016: Endorsement of Hillary Clinton
In 2016, Jennifer Lopez endorsed Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, headlining a free concert in Florida in support of her that October.
2016: Ranked Among Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2016, Jennifer Lopez was ranked among the 100 most influential people in the world by Time.
February 2017: Start of relationship with Alex Rodriguez
In February 2017, Jennifer Lopez began dating New York Yankees baseball player Alex Rodriguez.
May 2017: Premiere of 'World of Dance'
In May 2017, Jennifer Lopez's dance competition series 'World of Dance' premiered on NBC and was a ratings success.
September 2017: Donation and launch of Somos Una Voz
In September 2017, Jennifer Lopez donated $1 million from the proceeds of her Las Vegas residency to humanitarian aid for Puerto Rico following Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria. Along with Marc Anthony, she launched a humanitarian relief campaign entitled 'Somos Una Voz'.
2017: Judge on World of Dance
In 2017, Jennifer Lopez served as a judge on World of Dance.
2017: Most Succesful Song Since 2017
In 2020, Pa' Ti with Maluma became Jennifer Lopez's most successful song since 2017
2018: Executive Producer of The Fosters
From 2013 to 2018, Jennifer Lopez served as an executive producer for the television series, 'The Fosters', which revolves around a lesbian couple raising a family.
2018: End of Shades of Blue
In 2018, Jennifer Lopez finished her role in the police drama series Shades of Blue.
2018: Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award
In 2018, Jennifer Lopez received the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the MTV Video Music Awards, making her the first Latin performer to receive the honor since its introduction in 1984.
2018: Spanish and Spanglish Singles, Makeup Collection, and Starring in 'Second Act'
In 2018, Jennifer Lopez released Spanish and Spanglish singles, launched a makeup collection with Inglot Cosmetics, and starred in 'Second Act'.
2018: One of Time's 100 most influential people in 2018
In 2018, Jennifer Lopez was named one of Time's 100 most influential people in the world, recognizing her global impact.
March 2019: Engagement to Alex Rodriguez
In March 2019, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez became engaged.
2019: It's My Party Tour, New Label, and Brand Partnerships
In 2019, Jennifer Lopez embarked on her 'It's My Party' tour, signed with Hitco Entertainment, became the global face of Coach, launched a sunglasses collection with Quay Australia, and became executive producer of 'Good Trouble' and 'Thanks a Million'.
2019: Critical Praise for Hustlers
In 2019, Jennifer Lopez garnered critical praise for her performance in the crime drama Hustlers.
2019: Release of 'Hustlers'
In 2019, Jennifer Lopez starred in and executive produced the crime drama film 'Hustlers', receiving critical acclaim for her performance.
2019: Most powerful people in entertainment in 2019
In 2019, Jennifer Lopez was named among the most powerful people in entertainment by The Hollywood Reporter.
2019: "Jennifer Lopez Day" in 2019
In 2019, Jennifer Lopez was presented with keys to the city of Miami Beach, with July 24 being declared "Jennifer Lopez Day," honoring her contributions.
2019: Academy Award snub reference in 2019
In 2019, Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti referenced Jennifer Lopez's perceived Academy Award snub for her performance in Hustlers when announcing a new initiative for Latino representation in Hollywood.
2019: Fashion Icon Award in 2019
In 2019, The Council of Fashion Designers of America presented Jennifer Lopez with its Fashion Icon Award for her "long-standing and global impact on fashion."
February 2020: Super Bowl LIV Halftime Show
In February 2020, Jennifer Lopez co-headlined the Super Bowl LIV halftime show with Shakira in Miami, Florida.
June 2020: Attendance at Black Lives Matter protest
In June 2020, Jennifer Lopez attended a Black Lives Matter movement protest in Los Angeles, in connection with the broader George Floyd protests.
2020: Super Bowl halftime show performance
During her Super Bowl halftime show performance in 2020, Jennifer Lopez performed her song "Let's Get Loud" while cloaked in a large Puerto Rican flag, with children in metal cages displayed on the field as a statement about the Mexico–United States border crisis and Trump's immigration policy.
2020: End of World of Dance
In 2020, Jennifer Lopez concluded her role as a judge on World of Dance.
January 2021: Inauguration Performance and Business Ventures
In January 2021, Jennifer Lopez performed at the inauguration of President Joe Biden and focused on business ventures, including launching JLo Beauty and investing in various companies.
March 2021: Statement regarding relationship with Alex Rodriguez
In March 2021, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez released a statement saying they were "working through some things" amid tabloid speculation about their relationship.
April 2021: End of relationship with Alex Rodriguez
In April 2021, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez announced the end of their relationship.
April 2021: Reported to be dating Ben Affleck again
In April 2021, Jennifer Lopez was reported to be dating Ben Affleck again.
September 2021: Launch of Limitless Labs
In September 2021, Jennifer Lopez launched her own philanthropic organization, Limitless Labs, that supports and empowers Latina entrepreneurs and business owners.
2021: Affleck defends Lopez in 2021
In 2021, Ben Affleck defended Jennifer Lopez, stating that the sexist and racist abuse she received in the media was so severe that if such things were written today, the writers would be fired.
2021: New Year's Rockin' Eve Performance
In 2021, Jennifer Lopez headlined Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest special live from Times Square on ABC.
2021: Performance at Joe Biden's inauguration
In 2021, Jennifer Lopez performed at President Joe Biden's inauguration, singing "This Land Is Your Land" and "America the Beautiful", while reciting the last phrase of the Pledge of Allegiance in Spanish and working "Let's Get Loud" into the performance.
2021: Top Latin Touring Artist of the Decade
In 2021, Jennifer Lopez was named the top Latin touring artist of the decade by Pollstar.
2021: Recognition for On-Screen Chemistry with George Clooney
In 2021, Peter Bradshaw of The Guardian recognized Jennifer Lopez and George Clooney's partnership in Out of Sight as one of the best examples of on-screen chemistry in cinema history.
2021: Style choices spike searches and news in 2021
In 2021, The Daily Telegraph reported that Jennifer Lopez was among ten celebrities whose personal style choices drove the greatest spikes in searches and news coverage for brands.
January 2022: Co-chair for When We All Vote
In January 2022, Jennifer Lopez became one of the co-chairs for Michelle Obama's When We All Vote.
February 2022: Release of 'Marry Me'
In February 2022, Jennifer Lopez co-produced and starred in 'Marry Me', also releasing a soundtrack for the film with Maluma.
March 2022: Appointment as Chief Officer at Virgin Voyages
In March 2022, Jennifer Lopez was appointed as the chief "entertainment and lifestyle" officer of the cruise line, Virgin Voyages.
April 2022: Second engagement to Ben Affleck
In April 2022, Jennifer Lopez announced her second engagement to Ben Affleck, 20 years after the first proposal.
June 2022: Partnership with Grameen America
In June 2022, Jennifer Lopez and Limitless Labs partnered with nonprofit Grameen America as a national ambassador to empower women-led Latina businesses with $14 billion in business loans and "6 million hours of financial education and training by 2030."
June 2022: Release of 'Jennifer Lopez: Halftime'
In June 2022, Jennifer Lopez's documentary 'Jennifer Lopez: Halftime' was released on Netflix, following its premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival.
July 16, 2022: Marriage to Ben Affleck in Las Vegas
On July 16, 2022, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck were married in Las Vegas.
2022: Sales and Streams Statistics
As of 2022, Jennifer Lopez had sold over 80 million records globally and amassed over 15 billion streams. Her films have grossed US$3.1 billion, and her business ventures have exceeded US$5 billion in consumer sales.
2022: Business ventures reach $5 billion in 2022
As of 2022, Jennifer Lopez's business ventures have cumulatively earned over US$5 billion in sales globally, showcasing her entrepreneurial success.
2022: Power 100 list in 2022
From 2022 to 2024, Jennifer Lopez was included in The Hollywood Reporter's Power 100 list, as one of the most powerful women in entertainment.
2022: Leading Role in Marry Me
In 2022, Jennifer Lopez had a leading role in the film Marry Me.
2022: Generation Award and Icon Award
In 2022, Jennifer Lopez received the Generation Award at the MTV Movie & TV Awards for her contributions to film and television, and also the Icon Award at the iHeart Radio Music Awards.
January 2023: Release of 'Shotgun Wedding'
In January 2023, Jennifer Lopez co-produced and starred in 'Shotgun Wedding', which was released on Amazon Prime Video.
May 2023: Release of 'The Mother'
In May 2023, Jennifer Lopez led and co-produced the action thriller 'The Mother', which was released on Netflix.
July 2023: Wax figure unveiled in July 2023
In July 2023, Madame Tussauds New York unveiled a wax figure of Jennifer Lopez inspired by her performance at the Super Bowl LIV halftime show.
2023: Co-producing Happy Place series adaptation
In 2023, Jennifer Lopez committed to co-produce a series adaptation of Emily Henry's novel 'Happy Place' for Netflix.
2023: Expressed solidarity with people of Gaza Strip
In 2023, Jennifer Lopez expressed solidarity with the people of the Gaza Strip during the Israel–Hamas war and signed a letter urging President Joe Biden to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
2023: Leading Role in The Mother
In 2023, Jennifer Lopez had a leading role in the film The Mother.
February 3, 2024: Saturday Night Live Performance
On February 3, 2024, Jennifer Lopez performed on Saturday Night Live, promoting her album 'This Is Me... Now'.
February 16, 2024: Release of This Is Me... Now
On February 16, 2024, Jennifer Lopez's ninth studio album, 'This Is Me... Now', was released by Nuyorican and BMG as part of a multimedia project.
April 26, 2024: Date of separation from Ben Affleck
April 26, 2024, Jennifer Lopez cited as the separation date from Ben Affleck when filing for divorce.
May 2024: Release of 'Atlas'
In May 2024, Jennifer Lopez co-produced and starred in the sci-fi thriller 'Atlas', released on Netflix.
May 2024: Filming Kiss of the Spider Woman
In May 2024, Jennifer Lopez filmed 'Kiss of the Spider Woman' in New Jersey. She starred in and executive produced the Bill Condon-directed film adaption of the Broadway 1993 musical of the same name.
June 2024: Cancellation of This Is Me... Live Tour
Jennifer Lopez was set to embark on the This Is Me... Live North American tour beginning in June 2024, but cancelled it to spend more time with her family.
August 20, 2024: Filed for divorce from Ben Affleck
On August 20, 2024, Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck.
December 2024: Limited Theatrical Release of 'Unstoppable'
In December 2024, 'Unstoppable', the biographical wrestling drama starring Jennifer Lopez, had a limited theatrical release following its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September.
2024: Power 100 list in 2024
From 2022 to 2024, Jennifer Lopez was included in The Hollywood Reporter's Power 100 list, as one of the most powerful women in entertainment.
2024: 25 Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century List
In 2024, Billboard included Jennifer Lopez among the honorable mentions of its 25 Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century listicle, stating that "no one defined celebrity at the beginning of the 21st century quite like [Lopez]" and that she "helped define an era where hip-hop, R&B and pop all got more cuddly together than ever before".
2024: Endorsement of Kamala Harris
In 2024, Jennifer Lopez endorsed Kamala Harris during her presidential campaign, speaking at a Las Vegas rally for Harris, pushing back on remarks made at Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden which were deemed offensive to Puerto Ricans.
2024: Leading Roles in This Is Me... Now: A Love Story and Atlas
In 2024, Jennifer Lopez had leading roles in the films This Is Me... Now: A Love Story and Atlas.
2025: Leading Role in Kiss of the Spider Woman
In 2025, Jennifer Lopez is set to have a leading role in the film Kiss of the Spider Woman.
2025: Divorce with Ben Affleck Finalized
In 2025, the divorce of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck was finalized.
2030: Goal for Grameen America partnership
By 2030, Jennifer Lopez's partnership with Grameen America aims to empower women-led Latina businesses with $14 billion in business loans and 6 million hours of financial education and training.
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