This timeline details the significant milestones in Jennifer Lopez's acting career.
1995
Breakthrough Role in Money Train
Lopez gained recognition for her role in the action-thriller Money Train.
1997
Leading Role in Selena
Lopez starred in the biographical film Selena, earning an ALMA Award for Outstanding Actress and becoming the highest-paid Latina performer in Hollywood history.
1998
Role in Out of Sight
Lopez earned her second ALMA Award for her performance in Out of Sight, co-starring with George Clooney.
2001-2010
Notable Film Roles
Lopez starred in various films, including The Wedding Planner, Maid in Manhattan, Shall We Dance?, Monster-in-Law, and The Back-up Plan.