Cameron Diaz’s Comedy Classics

Description: This film marks Cameron Diaz's debut, where she plays the love interest of a man who transforms into a zany green-faced character. It's a classic comedy that showcases her early comedic chops.

Fact: Cameron Diaz was discovered by a casting agent while working as a model, leading to her first film role. The film's iconic dance scene with Diaz and Jim Carrey became a cultural phenomenon.

Description: Diaz stars as the fiancée of a man whose best friend, played by Julia Roberts, realizes she's in love with him just before his wedding. It's a comedy of errors with a heartfelt twist.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be a drama, but the comedic elements were enhanced during production. The song "I Say a Little Prayer" became synonymous with the movie.

Description: Diaz lends her voice to Princess Fiona in this animated comedy, where an ogre embarks on a quest to rescue her, only to find she's not your typical damsel in distress.

Fact: The film won the first-ever Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Cameron Diaz's voice work was praised for bringing depth and humor to Fiona.

Description: A comedy about a man who hires a private detective to find his high school crush, only to discover that everyone seems to be in love with her, including Diaz's character, Mary.

Fact: The infamous hair gel scene was improvised, leading to one of the most memorable moments in comedy history. The film was a massive box office success, grossing over $369 million worldwide.

Description: Diaz plays one of the three crime-fighting angels in this action-comedy reboot, showcasing her physical comedy and charm alongside Drew Barrymore and Lucy Liu.

Fact: The film was a major success, leading to a sequel. The iconic dance scene to "Billie Jean" was a last-minute addition to the film.

Description: Diaz stars in this raunchy comedy about a woman who, after a chance encounter, embarks on a wild road trip to find the man of her dreams.

Fact: The film was one of the first major studio comedies to focus on female friendship and sexual freedom. The dance scene in the bathroom became a cult classic.

Description: A romantic comedy where Diaz swaps homes with Kate Winslet, leading to unexpected romantic entanglements. Her comedic timing shines through in this holiday-themed film.

Fact: The film's setting in both England and Los Angeles provided a unique backdrop for the story. The song "Mr. Brightside" by The Killers became synonymous with the movie's feel-good vibe.

Description: After a wild night in Vegas, Diaz and Ashton Kutcher's characters wake up married and win a jackpot, leading to a comedic battle over the money.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life story of a couple who got married in Vegas and won a jackpot. The chemistry between Diaz and Kutcher was a highlight of the movie.

Description: Diaz plays a gold-digging teacher who schemes to win over a rich substitute teacher, providing plenty of laughs with her unorthodox teaching methods.

Fact: The film was originally written for a male lead, but was rewritten for Diaz. Her performance was critically acclaimed for its comedic edge.

Description: Diaz and Jason Segel play a married couple who accidentally share their homemade sex tape with friends and family, leading to a series of comedic mishaps.

Fact: The film was initially conceived as a drama but was turned into a comedy. Diaz's performance was noted for its comedic timing and chemistry with Segel.