Cameron Diaz Is 50: See The Star From ‘The Mask’ To ‘Charlies Angels’ & Beyond

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Cameron Diaz: Then & Now

Cameron Diaz: Then & Now — With a career that spans more than 20 years, Cameron Diaz has become a household name in Hollywood. Although she has retired from acting, Cameron is known for starring in many films over the years, while also becoming a tabloid fixture with a fascinating personal life.

She made her acting debut in 1994’s ‘The Mask’ when she was just 21 years old, and has since starred in movies like ‘Vanilla Sky,’ ‘Charlie’s Angels,’ ‘In Her Shoes,’ ‘The Holiday’ and more. Cameron’s final role was in the 2014 film, ‘Annie.’

Since then, she’s been focused on her relationship with her husband, Benji Madden, who she married in 2015. The pair had their first child, a daughter named Raddix, in 2019. Cameron has kept her life with Benji and Raddix out of the public eye, but has gushed about how much she loves motherhood on more than one occasion. News she was returning to the screen in a Netflix project emerged in late June 29, 2022.

Keep scrolling through the gallery to see more photos of Cameron over the years.

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Cameron Diaz In ‘The Mask’

Cameron Diaz In ‘The Mask’ — Cameron Diaz makes her film debut in ‘The Mask,’ which premiered in 1994. She starred alongside Jim Carrey in the film and began a successful acting career.

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Cameron Diaz During A Photo Shoot

Cameron Diaz During A Photo Shoot — Cameron Diaz poses for a photo shoot to promote her movie ‘A Life Less Ordinary’ in 1997. She wore an all black outfit and had a short, cropped hairstyle at the time.

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Cameron Diaz In ‘There’s Something About Mary’

Cameron Diaz In ‘There’s Something About Mary’ — Cameron Diaz stars in one of her most buzzed-about films, ‘There’s Something About Mary.’ The movie came out in 1998 and continued to help Cameron skyrocket to success during her acting career.

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Cameron Diaz At 2000 Academy Awards

Cameron Diaz At 2000 Academy Awards — Cameron Diaz is all smiles while attending the Academy Awards in 2000. She looked stunning in her plunging black gown, which featured long sleeves and a slit up the center. Her hair was parted to the side and styled straight for the high-profile event.

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Cameron Diaz In ‘Charlie’s Angels’

Cameron Diaz In ‘Charlie’s Angels’ — Cameron Diaz shows off her bikini body while starring in the 2003 movie, ‘Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle.’ She wore a white two piece for a surfing scene, where she was pictured running out of the ocean with her board.

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Cameron Diaz At 2007 Golden Globes

Cameron Diaz At 2007 Golden Globes — Cameron Diaz looks lovely in a white dress at the 2007 Golden Globes. She had darker hair at this time, and it contrasted with her white, ruffled dress. She also wore a pop of red lipstick for a dramatic makeup look.

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Cameron Diaz At The 2008 Academy Awards

Cameron Diaz At The 2008 Academy Awards — Cameron Diaz is angelic in a strapless gown at the 2008 Academy Awards. Her hair was back to blonde, and she wore it pulled back in an updo, with bangs swept to the side.

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Cameron Diaz Gets Her Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star

Cameron Diaz Gets Her Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star — Cameron Diaz poses with her Hollywood Walk of Fame star while attending the ceremony to receive it in 2009. She was joined by her fellow cast members from ‘My Sister’s Keeper’ at the event in her honor.

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Cameron Diaz At The 2010 Oscars

Cameron Diaz At The 2010 Oscars — Cameron Diaz looks absolutely stunning while attending the 2010 Oscars. She wore a beaded, strapless gown, and her long hair was parted to the side in loose curls. She also had on bright red lipstick to contrast the otherwise neutral look.

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Cameron Diaz At ‘The Green Hornet’ Premiere

Cameron Diaz At ‘The Green Hornet’ Premiere — Cameron Diaz wears a little red dress while walking the red carpet at the premiere of ‘The Green Hornet’ in 2011. She styled her hair in tight curls and parted down the middle, and completed the look with tan heels.

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Cameron Diaz In ‘Bad Teacher’

Cameron Diaz In ‘Bad Teacher’ — Cameron Diaz returns to the big screen for a role in ‘Bad Teacher,’ which came out in 2011. She played a hot teacher in the film, which also starred Justin Timberlake.

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Cameron Diaz At ‘What To Expect When You’re Expecting’ Premiere

Cameron Diaz At ‘What To Expect When You’re Expecting’ Premiere — Cameron Diaz attends the premiere for another one of her movies, ‘What To Expect When You’re Expecting,’ in 2012. She wore a little black dress and had her hair cut short and to the side again.

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Cameron Diaz Attends the 2013 Met Gala

Cameron Diaz Attends the 2013 Met Gala — Cameron Diaz attends the 2013 Met Gala in New York City. She wore a purpel gown with a long, cascading cape. Her hair was pulled back into an updo and she rocked dark eye makeup to go with the punk theme.

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Cameron Diaz At ‘The Other Woman’ Premiere

Cameron Diaz At ‘The Other Woman’ Premiere — Cameron Diaz strikes a pose at the premiere of one of her final movies, ‘The Other Woman,’ in 2014. She wore a strapless little black dress, which had a majorly plunging neckline.

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Cameron Diaz At An Event in 2016

Cameron Diaz At An Event in 2016 — Actress Cameron Diaz arrives for her 92Y In Conversation with Rachael Ray on Tuesday, April 5, 2016, in New York. She held her book in her hand as she posed on the red carpet.

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Cameron Diaz At A New Jersey Book Signing

Cameron Diaz At A New Jersey Book Signing — Cameron Diaz attends a book signing to promote her ‘Longevity Book’ at Bookends in Ridgewood, N.J. She wore rugged jeans with a crisp white shirt and jacket.

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Cameron Diaz & Benji Madden In 2018

Cameron Diaz & Benji Madden In 2018 — Cameron Diaz wears a glittering red Jenny Packham design while out for date night in LA with husband Benji Madden on Apr. 14, 2018. He looked sharp in all black during the outing.

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Cameron Diaz With Lucy Liu & Drew Barrymore In 2019

Cameron Diaz With Lucy Liu & Drew Barrymore In 2019 — Friends forever! Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz, and Lucy Liu (left to right) team up for Lucy’s ceremony in honor of her Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame pm <ay 1, 2019. The trio stayed close after working on the ‘Charlie’s Angels’ movies togehter.

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Cameron Diaz Watches Adele

Cameron Diaz Watches Adele — Concert time! Cameron Diaz and husband Benji Madden watch Adele with her boyfriend Rich Paul and ex-husband Simon Konecki on Jul. 1, 2022.

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