Jennifer Lopez

Born:July 24, 1969

Place of Birth:The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Jennifer Lopez, also known as J.Lo, is a multi-talented American entertainer who has left an indelible mark on the music, film, and fashion industries. Born on July 24, 1969, Lopez rose to fame as a dancer before captivating audiences with her acting prowess and mesmerizing vocals. She is celebrated for breaking barriers for Latino Americans in Hollywood and for her significant contributions to the Latin pop movement.

Starting her career as a Fly Girl on the iconic show In Living Color in 1991, Lopez quickly transitioned to the big screen, where she showcased her acting chops in memorable roles such as Selena in the biographical film of the same name. Her versatility shone through as she effortlessly moved between acting and music, releasing hit albums like On the 6 and J.Lo, which solidified her status as a powerhouse in the entertainment industry.

Despite facing setbacks, including the media scrutiny following the film Gigli, Lopez persevered and made a triumphant return with albums like Love? and successful ventures like her judging role on American Idol. She continued to impress audiences with her acting skills in films like Hustlers, showcasing her range and depth as a performer.

With over 80 million records sold worldwide and numerous accolades to her name, including multiple Billboard number-one singles and albums, Lopez has proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. Her influence extends beyond entertainment, as she has been recognized as one of the most powerful women in the world by Forbes and as an influential figure by Time.

In addition to her thriving entertainment career, Lopez has delved into various business ventures, including a lifestyle brand, fashion and beauty lines, fragrances, and a charitable foundation. Her impact on popular culture through fashion, branding, and beauty standards cannot be overstated, as she continues to inspire millions of fans worldwide with her talent and charisma.

As a dynamic performer, Lopez has showcased her skills in a variety of projects, from voicing characters in animated films to taking on challenging roles in crime dramas and romantic comedies. Her upcoming projects, such as Marry Me, The Mother, Atlas, and Kiss of the Spider Woman, promise to further solidify her reputation as a versatile and accomplished artist.

Jennifer Lopez's journey from a dancer on a comedy show to a global icon is a testament to her unwavering dedication, talent, and resilience. With her magnetic stage presence, powerful vocals, and captivating performances, she has secured her legacy as one of the most influential and iconic figures in the entertainment industry.

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Filmography

Acting

Ice Age: Continental Drift

Shira (voice)

2012

Manny, Diego, and Sid embark upon another adventure after their continent is set adrift. Using an iceberg as a ship, they encounter sea creatures and battle pirates as they explore a new world.

Atlas

Atlas Shepherd

2024

A brilliant counterterrorism analyst with a deep distrust of AI discovers it might be her only hope when a mission to capture a renegade robot goes awry.

Unstoppable

Judy Robles

2024

With the unwavering love and support of his devoted mother Judy and the encouragement of his coaches, Anthony Robles fights through adversity to earn a spot on the Arizona State Wrestling team. But it will demand everything he has, physically and mentally, to achieve his ultimate quest to become an NCAA Champion.

Ice Age: Collision Course

Shira (voice)

2016

Set after the events of Continental Drift, Scrat's epic pursuit of his elusive acorn catapults him outside of Earth, where he accidentally sets off a series of cosmic events that transform and threaten the planet. To save themselves from peril, Manny, Sid, Diego, and the rest of the herd leave their home and embark on a quest full of thrills and spills, highs and lows, laughter and adventure while traveling to exotic new lands and locations.

Home

Lucy Tucci (voice)

2015

When Earth is taken over by the overly-confident Boov, an alien race in search of a new place to call home, all humans are promptly relocated, while all Boov get busy reorganizing the planet. But when one resourceful girl, Tip, manages to avoid capture, she finds herself the accidental accomplice of a banished Boov named Oh. The two fugitives realize there’s a lot more at stake than intergalactic relations as they embark on the road trip of a lifetime.

Anaconda

Terri Flores

1997

A 'National Geographic' film crew is taken hostage by an insane hunter, who takes them along on his quest to capture the world's largest — and deadliest — snake.

Parker

Leslie Rodgers

2013

A thief with a unique code of professional ethics is double-crossed by his crew and left for dead. Assuming a new disguise and forming an unlikely alliance with a woman on the inside, he looks to hijack the score of the crew's latest heist.

Selena

Selena Quintanilla

1997

In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Texas. Her father, Abraham, realizes that his young daughter is talented and begins performing with her at small venues. She finds success and falls for her guitarist, Chris Perez, who draws the ire of her father. Seeking mainstream stardom, Selena begins recording an English-language album which, tragically, she would never complete.

The Mother

Mother

2023

A deadly female assassin comes out of hiding to protect the daughter that she gave up years before, while on the run from dangerous men.

Hustlers

Ramona Vega

2019

A crew of savvy former strip club employees band together to turn the tables on their Wall Street clients.

Antz

Azteca (voice)

1998

A neurotic worker ant in love with a rebellious princess rises to unlikely stardom when he switches places with a soldier. Signing up to march in a parade, he ends up under the command of a bloodthirsty general. But he's actually been enlisted to fight against a termite army.

Shotgun Wedding

Darcy Rivera

2022

Darcy and Tom gather their families for the ultimate destination wedding but when the entire party is taken hostage, “’Til Death Do Us Part” takes on a whole new meaning. Now, Darcy and Tom must save their loved ones—if they don’t kill each other first.

The Cell

Catherine Deane

2000

A psychotherapist journeys inside a comatose serial killer in the hopes of saving his latest victim.

Monster-in-Law

Charlie

2005

Office temp Charlotte Cantilini thinks she's found Mr. Right when she starts dating gorgeous surgeon Dr. Kevin Fields. But there's a problem standing in the way of everlasting bliss: Kevin's overbearing and controlling mother, Viola. Fearing she'll lose her son's affections forever, Viola decides to break up the happy couple by becoming the world's worst mother-in-law.

Out of Sight

Karen Sisco

1998

Meet Jack Foley, a smooth criminal who bends the law and is determined to make one last heist. Karen Sisco is a federal marshal who chooses all the right moves … and all the wrong guys. Now they're willing to risk it all to find out if there's more between them than just the law.

Maid in Manhattan

Marisa Ventura

2002

Marisa Ventura is a struggling single mom who works at a posh Manhattan hotel and dreams of a better life for her and her young son. One fateful day, hotel guest and senatorial candidate Christopher Marshall meets Marisa and mistakes her for a wealthy socialite. After an enchanting evening together, the two fall madly in love. But when Marisa's true identity is revealed, issues of class and social status threaten to separate them. Can two people from very different worlds overcome their differences and live happily ever after?

Enough

Slim Hiller

2002

Working-class waitress Slim thought she was entering a life of domestic bliss when she married Mitch, the man of her dreams. After the arrival of their first child, her picture perfect life is shattered when she discovers Mitch's hidden possessive dark side, a controlling and abusive alter ego that can turn trust, love and tranquility into terror. Terrified for her child's safety, Slim flees with her daughter. Relentless in his pursuit and enlisting the aid of lethal henchmen, Mitch continually stalks the prey that was once his family.

Jersey Girl

Gertrude Steiney

2004

Ollie Trinke is a young, suave music publicist who seems to have it all, with a new wife and a baby on the way. But life deals him a bum hand when he's suddenly faced with single fatherhood, a defunct career and having to move in with his father. To bounce back, it takes a new love and the courage instilled in him by his daughter.

Marry Me

Kat Valdez

2022

After finding out about her fiancé's cheating ways, a pop superstar impulsively marries a total stranger. They must soon decide if two people from such different worlds can find true love.

Jack

Miss Marquez

1996

Jack Powell suffers from an affliction that makes him grow four times faster than normal, so the 10 year old boy looks like a 40 year old man. After years of being tutored at home, Jack convinces his overprotective parents to send him to public school. The children don't know what to make of Jack, but with the help of his fifth-grade teacher, he makes an effort to win them over.

What to Expect When You're Expecting

Holly

2012

Challenges of impending parenthood turn the lives of five couples upside down. Two celebrities are unprepared for the surprise demands of pregnancy; hormones wreak havoc on a baby-crazy author, while her husband tries not to be outdone by his father, who's expecting twins with his young trophy wife; a photographer's husband isn't sure about his wife's adoption plans; a one-time hook-up results in a surprise pregnancy for rival food-truck owners.

This Is Me…Now

The Artist

2024

An intimate, fantastical and narrative-driven reflection of Jennifer Lopez's journey of self-healing and self-love in an immersive world where music and visuals intertwine, revealing the challenges faced and the triumphs achieved.

Gigli

Ricki

2003

Gigli is ordered to kidnap the psychologically challenged younger brother of a powerful federal prosecutor. When plans go awry, Gigli's boss sends in Ricki, a gorgeous free-spirited female gangster who has her own set of orders to assist with the kidnapping. But Gigli begins falling for the decidedly unavailable Ricki, which could be a hazard to his occupation.

Money Train

Grace Santiago

1995

When a vengeful New York transit cop decides to steal a trainload of subway fares, his foster brother—a fellow cop—tries to protect him.

The Wedding Planner

Mary Fiore

2001

San Francisco's premiere wedding planner, Mary Fiore is rescued from an accident by the man of her dreams, pediatrician Steve Edison, only to find he is the fiancé of her latest client. As Mary continues making their wedding arrangements, she and Steve are put into a string of uncomfortable situations that force them to face their mutual attraction.

Second Act

Maya

2018

Value Shop assistant manager Maya Vargas wants only one thing for her 43rd birthday -- a promotion. While her résumé may not scream upper management, her track record certainly does; she is an innovator who listens to her customers and delivers results. When she loses the job to a college-educated candidate, Maya sets out to prove to Madison Avenue that street smarts are as valuable as book smarts -- and it's never too late for a second act.

The Back-Up Plan

Zoe

2010

When Zoe tires of looking for Mr. Right, she decides to have a baby on her own. But on the day she's artificially inseminated, she meets Stan, who seems to be just who she's been searching for all her life. Now, Zoe has to figure out how to make her two life's dreams fit with each other.

Shall We Dance?

Paulina

2004

Upon first sight of a beautiful instructor, a bored and overworked estate lawyer signs up for ballroom dancing lessons.

Production

Atlas

Producer

2024

A brilliant counterterrorism analyst with a deep distrust of AI discovers it might be her only hope when a mission to capture a renegade robot goes awry.

The Mother

Producer

2023

A deadly female assassin comes out of hiding to protect the daughter that she gave up years before, while on the run from dangerous men.

Hustlers

Producer

2019

A crew of savvy former strip club employees band together to turn the tables on their Wall Street clients.

Shotgun Wedding

Producer

2022

Marry Me

Producer

2022

After finding out about her fiancé's cheating ways, a pop superstar impulsively marries a total stranger. They must soon decide if two people from such different worlds can find true love.