Jessica Marie Alba is an American actress. The first popularity came to her after the release of the project "Dark Angel". She became famous all over the world after filming in the films "Sin City" and "Fantastic Four".
April 28, 1981 is the date of birth of the popular actress. Jessica Alba was born in California. My father was a military pilot. Therefore, the actress's family lived in constant travel. Parents did not stay long in any state. Having traveled almost all over America, they returned to their native lands again.
In her youth, Jessica was often ill. She practically did not get out of hospitals. Therefore, communication with peers did not work out. They didn't even have time to get to know Jessica.
Jessica Alba began to dream about the career of a film actress at the age of 5. He wanted to become an action heroine. A few years later, she began to attend a theater club. The girl's talents were instantly noticed by the teachers. And within a few months she signed her first contract with an agent.
Success in the film industry
The debut took place in the film "The Lost Camp". The aspiring actress at that time was only 13 years old. Jessica approached work responsibly and instead of 2 weeks spent more than 2 months on the set. She impressed the film crew with her acting and her role was continually renewed. In parallel with her work on the set, Jessica starred in commercials.
Having starred in several serial projects in minor episodes, Jessica got her first notable role. Viewers could see her in the movie "Unkissed", in which the main character was played by Drew Barrymore.
The finest hour came after the release of the "Dark Angel" film project. In the film by James Cameron, Jessica got the main role, transforming into a super soldier. For the masterful performance of the role, the actress was awarded the Golden Globe. Actor Jensen Ackles worked with her on the set. They failed to achieve mutual understanding. Jessica was being arrogant. She later apologizes to Jensen, saying that a sense of responsibility pressed on her.
The popularity only increased after the release of the projects "Honey" and "Sin City". The second motion picture was so successful that it was decided to shoot a sequel, in which Jessica reappeared in the form of Nancy. Despite negative reviews from critics, viewers liked both the picture itself and Jessica's work.
The audience also greeted the movie Fantastic Four, in which Chris Evans and Julian McMahon starred with the actress. But the critics did not appreciate the film. For her role, Jessica received her first anti-award - "Golden Raspberry". Despite negative reviews, it was decided to shoot a sequel.
It is impossible not to mention the motion picture "Welcome to Paradise!", In which Jessica Alba and Paul Walker got the leading roles. To get used to the image of her heroine as much as possible, the actress mastered diving for several months. She did it without instructors.
For her role in the movie "The Eye" Jessica simultaneously received both an anti-award and a prize for Best Actress. Critics failed to come to a unanimous decision. The third "Golden Raspberry" Jessica Alba received for her role in the comedy project "Sex Guru".
Jessica Alba's filmography is very extensive. It is worth highlighting such projects as "The Killer Inside Me", "Meet the Fockers-2", "Valentine's Day", "Machete", "Secret Sign", "Driver for the Night", "Especially Dangerous", "Mechanic. Resurrection "," Assassins Anonymous "," Best in Los Angeles ".
Off the set
How are things going in Jessica Alba's personal life? The first spouse is Michael Weatherly. We met while working on the "Dark Angel" film project. The marriage broke up. A huge age difference was named as the reason, but Jessica herself denied this information. But she also refused to name the real reasons for the divorce.
The second spouse is Cash Warren. The acquaintance took place during the filming of the Fantastic Four movie. The first child was born a month after the wedding. Happy parents named their daughter Honor Marie Warren. After 3 years, Haven Garner Warren was born. And 6 years later - Hayes Alben Warren.
In addition to filming a movie, Jessica Alba is a businessman. She founded a company that manufactures cosmetics, non-toxic household chemicals and household goods. The actress is also actively interested in politics. Was in the campaign headquarters of Barack Obama.
Jessica Alba is involved in charity work. It consists of several funds. The actress is concerned about the education of children living in Africa.
Interesting Facts
- Jessica is friends with director James Cameron. She calls him her "godfather in the profession."
- Jessica didn't want to get married a second time. Therefore, Cash Warren worked hard to persuade the actress to go down the aisle. They have been together for over 10 years.
- Jessica is friends with actresses Eva Longoria, Eva Mendes and Kate Hudson.
- The actress parted ways with Cash Warren a year before the wedding. She just called him and said that she didn’t love him. However, after a few months, the couple reunited.
- The actress is often late because she likes to sleep. In such cases, you have to paint in the car on the way to a business meeting.
- Jessica's mom is working for the company. She holds the position of a brand coach. Her responsibilities include training trading partners.
