Career Timeline of Jessica Alba: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Jessica Alba

Discover the career path of Jessica Alba, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Jessica Alba is an American actress and entrepreneur. She started acting at 13 and gained recognition at 19 as the lead in the TV series 'Dark Angel,' earning a Golden Globe nomination. She's also known for her business ventures.

2 days ago : Jessica Alba stuns in LBD and bikini during Cannes Film Festival vacation.

Jessica Alba showcased her style in a plunging LBD and later enjoyed a sun-soaked Cannes beach day in a bikini. She was spotted with her husband Cash Warren.

1992: Won Acting Competition

In 1992, at the age of eleven, Jessica Alba persuaded her mother to take her to an acting competition in Beverly Hills, where she won the grand prize of free acting classes.

1994: Recurring Role in The Secret World of Alex Mack

In 1994, Jessica Alba had a recurring role as Jessica in three episodes of the Nickelodeon comedy series The Secret World of Alex Mack.

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1994: First Film Appearance in Camp Nowhere

In 1994, Jessica Alba made her first film appearance with a small role in Camp Nowhere, where she was originally hired for two weeks but ended up working for two months.

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1994: Early Acting Roles in Camp Nowhere and The Secret World of Alex Mack

In 1994, Jessica Alba, at the age of 13, started her acting career with a role in the film Camp Nowhere and also appeared in The Secret World of Alex Mack, a television series.

1995: Role in Flipper

In 1995, Jessica Alba performed the role of Maya in the first two seasons of the television series Flipper, filmed in Australia.

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1996: Guest-Starred on Chicago Hope

In 1996, Jessica Alba guest-starred as a teenager with gonorrhea in the throat in an episode of the television series Chicago Hope, which affected her religious beliefs.

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1998: Television Appearances in Brooklyn South, Beverly Hills, 90210, and Love Boat: The Next Wave

In 1998, Jessica Alba appeared in Brooklyn South as Melissa Hauer, Beverly Hills, 90210 as Leanne, and Love Boat: The Next Wave as Layla.

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1999: Film and Television Roles

In 1999, Jessica Alba appeared in the comedy feature P.U.N.K.S., Never Been Kissed, and Idle Hands.

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2000: Lead Role in Dark Angel

In 2000, at the age of 19, Jessica Alba rose to prominence as the lead actress in the television series Dark Angel.

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2002: End of Dark Angel series

In 2002, the FOX sci-fi television series Dark Angel, which starred Jessica Alba as Max Guevara, ended after two seasons.

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2003: Big Screen Breakthrough in Honey

In 2003, Jessica Alba had her big screen breakthrough with the film Honey, establishing herself as a Hollywood actress.

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2005: Role in Sin City

In 2005, Jessica Alba portrayed exotic dancer Nancy Callahan in the neo-noir crime anthology film Sin City, directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller.

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2005: Portrayal of Invisible Woman in Fantastic Four

In 2005, Jessica Alba portrayed the Marvel Comics character Invisible Woman in Fantastic Four, which was a commercial success.

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2005: Starring in Fantastic Four and Sin City

In 2005, Jessica Alba starred in the box office hit Fantastic Four and also in Sin City, marking her collaboration with director Robert Rodriguez.

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2006: Hosting the MTV Movie Awards

In 2006, Jessica Alba hosted the MTV Movie Awards and performed sketches spoofing movies.

June 2007: Release of Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer

In June 2007, Jessica Alba reprised her role in Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, during which she had a negative experience with director Tim Story.

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2007: Roles in Good Luck Chuck and Awake

In 2007, Jessica Alba appeared in Good Luck Chuck and Awake, showcasing her versatility in different film genres.

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2007: Roles in Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer and Good Luck Chuck

In 2007, Jessica Alba starred in Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer and Good Luck Chuck, continuing her presence in Hollywood films.

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February 2008: Hosting the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Science and Technical Awards

In February 2008, Jessica Alba hosted the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Science and Technical Awards.

2008: Endorsed Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton

In 2008, Jessica Alba endorsed and supported Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama during the primary season. She also endorsed Hillary Clinton's campaign for president.

2008: Posed for Declare Yourself Campaign

In 2008, Jessica Alba posed for a bondage-themed print advertising campaign by Declare Yourself, which encouraged voter registration among youth for the 2008 United States presidential election, drawing national media attention.

2008: Starring in The Eye

In 2008, Jessica Alba starred in The Eye, further establishing her career as a Hollywood actress.

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2008: Filming An Invisible Sign of My Own

In late 2008, Jessica Alba filmed the drama An Invisible Sign of My Own, in which she portrayed a withdrawn young woman.

2010: Roles in Valentine's Day, Little Fockers, and Machete

In 2010, Jessica Alba appeared in multiple films including Valentine's Day, Little Fockers, and Machete, continuing her collaborations with director Robert Rodriguez in Machete.

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2010: Roles in The Killer Inside Me, Valentine's Day, and Machete

In 2010, Jessica Alba starred in multiple films, including The Killer Inside Me, Valentine's Day, and Machete, reuniting with Robert Rodriguez in Machete.

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2010: Film Roles and Razzie Award

In 2010, Jessica Alba starred in the comedy Little Fockers, and for all her 2010 roles, she received a Razzie Award for Worst Supporting Actress.

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2011: Co-founding The Honest Company

In 2011, Jessica Alba co-founded The Honest Company, a consumer goods company that sells baby, personal and household products.

2011: Lobbied in Support of the Safe Chemicals Act

In 2011, Jessica Alba participated in a two-day lobbying effort in Washington D.C. in support of the Safe Chemicals Act, a revision of the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976.

2011: Starring in Spy Kids: All the Time in the World

In 2011, Jessica Alba starred in Spy Kids: All the Time in the World, marking another collaboration with director Robert Rodriguez.

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January 2012: Launched The Honest Company

In January 2012, Jessica Alba and business partner Christopher Gavigan launched The Honest Company, which sold a collection of household goods, diapers, and body care products.

June 27, 2013: Expressed Delight with Supreme Court's DOMA Decision

On June 27, 2013, Jessica Alba expressed her delight on her Twitter account with the Supreme Court's decision to strike down DOMA, tweeting "#equality #love".

2013: Roles in A.C.O.D. and Escape from Planet Earth

In 2013, Jessica Alba appeared in the comedy A.C.O.D. and made her voice acting debut in the animated film Escape from Planet Earth.

2013: Roles in Machete Kills

In 2013, Jessica Alba reprised her role of an Immigration Officer in an uncredited cameo appearance, in Machete Kills.

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2013: Released The Honest Life

In early 2013, Jessica Alba released her book, The Honest Life, which was based on her experiences creating a natural, non-toxic life for her family; the book became a New York Times Best Seller.

The Honest Life: Living Naturally and True to You
The Honest Life: Living Naturally and True to You

August 2014: Release of Sin City: A Dame to Kill For

In August 2014, Jessica Alba reprised her role of Nancy Callahan in Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, a film that received mixed reviews.

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2014: Starring in Sin City: A Dame to Kill For

In 2014, Jessica Alba starred in Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, marking another collaboration with director Robert Rodriguez.

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2014: The Honest Company Valued at US$1 Billion

In 2014, Jessica Alba's company, The Honest Company, was valued at US$1 billion due to its success.

October 2015: Launched Honest Beauty

In October 2015, Jessica Alba launched a collection of skin care and beauty products called Honest Beauty.

2015: Sponsored a Laboratory at Mount Sinai Hospital

In 2015, Jessica Alba and The Honest Company sponsored a specialized laboratory at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City to research links between household chemicals and autism.

2015: Returned to Capitol Hill to Lobby Lawmakers

In 2015, Jessica Alba returned to Capitol Hill to lobby lawmakers as they once again debated a replacement for the 1976 Substances Control Act.

2015: Role in Barely Lethal

In 2015, Jessica Alba took on the role of an emotionally vulnerable weapons trafficker in the crime comedy Barely Lethal.

2016: Role in The Veil

In 2016, Jessica Alba played a documentary filmmaker in the horror film The Veil, which was released for limited theatrical runs and VOD.

2016: Starring in Mechanic: Resurrection

In 2016, Jessica Alba starred in Mechanic: Resurrection, marking a continued presence in action films.

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2019: Starring in L.A.'s Finest

In 2019, Jessica Alba starred in the Spectrum action crime series L.A.'s Finest.

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2020: Starring in L.A.'s Finest

In 2020, Jessica Alba continued to star in the Spectrum action crime series L.A.'s Finest.

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2020: Announced Documentary Series for Disney+

In 2020, Jessica Alba was announced to star in and executive produce a new documentary series for Disney+ called Parenting Without Borders (working title), which was to focus on families around the world and their beliefs and culture; however, it was never released.

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April 2022: Owned 6.5 Percent of The Honest Company

As of April 2022, Jessica Alba owned 6.5 percent of The Honest Company. She was employed as the company's chief creative officer, receiving an annually base salary of $700,000 and restricted stock valued $1,500,000.

April 2024: Stepped Down as Chief Creative Officer

Jessica Alba stepped down as chief creative officer of The Honest Company in April 2024.