By Megan Riedlinger
4:00am PDT, Aug 30, 2023
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Cameron Diaz made her big screen debut in 1994's "The Mask." The blonde beauty from Long Beach, California, was just 21 when the flick catapulted her to fame.
To celebrate her 51st birthday on Aug. 30, 2023, Wonderwall.com is taking a look back at our favorite vintage photos of the gorgeous star from the silver screen to the red carpet… starting with this photo from "The Mask."
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How's this for a throwback? Cameron Diaz was on hand for the first ever Blockbuster Entertainment Awards in Hollywood in 1995! The star sported a slinky silver gown that matched her trophy.
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Pretty in pink! Cameron Diaz arrived at the Miramax Oscar Party in 1995 in this sleeveless pink silk number and accessorized with a gorgeous pearl necklace.
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Cameron Diaz got her start in modeling, and it's easy to see why! The beauty was a natural as she posed in a velvet minidress and carried around a Halloween bucket during a fun photoshoot in 1996.
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Ready to race! Cameron Diaz turned up in her native Long Beach, California, in 1995 to attend the 19th Annual Long Beach Grand Prix Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race all decked out in racing gear.
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Those '90s eyebrows really take us back! Cameron Diaz rocked thin brows and minimal makeup while attending the "Mission: Impossible" premiere in Los Angeles in 1996.
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Cameron Diaz charmed audiences in the 1997 rom-com "My Best Friend's Wedding." She played Kimmy, the wealthy fiancée of the man Julia Roberts' character wanted for herself. The role saw Cameron rocking polished looks like this sleeveless yellow slip dress with a scarf tied around her neck.
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Has anyone ever made a flower cap look so chic? Cameron Diaz was photographed in 1996 rocking the unique headwear — and a pink bikini — on the beach.
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Cameron Diaz was one of the best dressed attendees at the 2000 Academy Awards — just check out this black evening gown with a daringly low neckline she wore on the red carpet!
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Check out this look that screams 2001! Cameron Diaz sported multiple trends of the era — an embellished hat, a tied-up blouse that let her hot pink bra underneath peek out and a low-waisted sparkly embroidered skirt — as she headed to an event that year.
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A rainbow tube top paired with a cool linen skirt was Cameron Diaz's outfit of choice at the 2001 MTV Movie Awards. The beauty completed her laid-back look with an artfully messy updo and a choker.
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An actual angel! Cameron Diaz starred in 2000's "Charlie's Angels," where she increased her movie star status and looked phenomenal in this gold bikini.
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Cameron Diaz loves a statement necklace! Just check out the unique braided lariat design she wore to the premiere of "The Sweetest Thing" in 2002.
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Check out that eyeshadow! Cameron Diaz rolled up to the premiere of "Very Bad Things" in New York City in 1998 with some very bold blue makeup on her lids. She added a black hat, a bold rep lip and red scarf to complete her very colorful ensemble.
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We're still processing this look Cameron Diaz wore in 1999! The star turned up at the Golden Globes that year in this wild look — an off-the-shoulder floral gown worn over black trousers.
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This girl loves a fashion risk! Cameron Diaz accessorized her emerald green gown and pants combo with another odd pick — a black scarf and shawl — at the "Any Given Sunday" premiere in Los Angeles back in 1999. Completing this look? Bright red heels!
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It's clear why Cameron Diaz made such a splash in Hollywood. Just check out this natural beauty at a photoshoot in 1996.
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When her first big flick, "The Mask," had its Los Angeles premiere in 1994, Cameron Diaz showed up in this show-stopping hot pink collared gown. The cheongsam-inspired frock featured cap sleeves and a sky-high slit (well before they were all the rage!) that she rocked with silver heels.
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Cameron Diaz showed off her natural beauty at the "Batman Forever" Los Angeles premiere in 1995. The actress dressed down, opting for a blue cropped cardigan worn over a white tank top paired with black trousers and a scarf tied around her neck.
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A vision in white! Cameron Diaz looked stunning in a while sleeveless frock while posing seaside at the 47th Annual Cannes Film Festival in 1994.
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Cameron Diaz posed on the 2002 Academy Awards red carpet in this long-sleeved floral number. We loved the way she accessorized the look with an embellished belt and layered bracelets.
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Cameron Diaz loves a good hat! The beauty rocked one at the "Requiem for a Dream" premiere in Los Angeles in 2000, adding it to her low-key long-sleeved blouse-and-jeans look.
