Cameron Diaz

Cameron Diaz is an American actress known for her roles in comedies and romances. Born on August 30, 1972, in San Diego, California, she was raised in Long Beach. Diaz began her career as a model, signing a contract with Elite Model Management while still in high school. She made her film debut at the age of 21 in the comedy 'The Mask' alongside Jim Carrey. This was followed by a supporting role in the romantic comedy 'My Best Friend's Wedding.' However, it was her lead role in the Farrelly brothers' comedy 'There's Something About Mary' that brought her increased fame and her first Golden Globe nomination. With her films grossing over $3 billion in the U.S., Diaz is considered one of the highest-grossing actresses in the domestic box office.