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American actress Cameron Michelle Diaz was born in San Diego, California, on August 30, 1972. Her charisma, adaptability, and box office success have made her a household name in Hollywood. Her career has taken her through several decades, from a rising star in romantic comedies to a well-known and critically acclaimed actor.
Early Life and Career
Growing up in Long Beach, California, Cameron Diaz’s path to fame started when she was just a teenager. She committed to a modeling contract with Elite Model Management while still a high school student, which launched her career in the entertainment sector.
In 1994, Diaz made her screen debut with Jim Carrey in the comedy “The Mask,” which became her breakthrough at the age of 21. She gained notoriety for her contagious enthusiasm and personality on television very soon after this early triumph launched her career.
The Farrelly brothers’ comedy “There’s Something About Mary” (1998) saw Diaz play the lead part, which catapulted her to popularity after she had a supporting role in the romantic comedy “My Best Friend’s Wedding” (1997). Her profile rose as a result of the movie, and she was nominated for a Golden Globe.
Projects like the 1999 fantasy picture “Being John Malkovich,” directed by Spike Jonze, and the sports drama “Any Given Sunday” showcased Diaz’s range as an actor. Her reputation in the business was cemented by these parts, which distinguished her as more than merely a humorous actor.
Diaz’s box office successes in the early 2000s were the action comedy “Charlie’s Angels” (2000) and its 2003 follow-up. Her broad appeal was further enhanced by her voice acting as Princess Fiona in the “Shrek” franchise starting in 2001. Diaz’s capacity to move across genres with ease cemented her place as a bankable star in Hollywood.
In the following years, Diaz garnered critical acclaim for her roles in Cameron Crowe’s “Vanilla Sky” (2001) and Martin Scorsese’s “Gangs of New York” (2002). Her commercial success continued with films like “In Her Shoes” (2005), “The Holiday” (2006), “What Happens in Vegas” (2008), “Knight and Day” (2010), “The Green Hornet” (2011), and “Bad Teacher” (2011).
After a successful run in 2014 with comedies like “The Other Woman,” “Sex Tape,” and “Annie,” Diaz announced her retirement from acting to focus on her family. However, in 2022, she made a highly anticipated return to the profession, exciting fans with the prospect of seeing her on the big screen once again.
Who is Cameron Diaz’s Husband?
Benji Madden is the husband of Cameron Diaz. They got married on January 5, 2015. They have a daughter who was born through a surrogate in 2019.
