Jessica Alba is a renowned American actress, producer, and businesswoman who has excelled in entertainment and entrepreneurship. Born Jessica Marie Alba on April 28, 1981, in Pomona, California, she grew up in a military family—her father, Mark David Alba (Mexican-American descent), served in the U.S. Air Force, while her mother, Catherine Louisa (née Jensen), has Danish, Welsh, German, English, and French Canadian roots—leading to frequent moves before settling in Southern California. Despite childhood health challenges including a collapsed lung, pneumonia, and ADHD, she began acting at 13 with Camp Nowhere (1994) and guest roles. She rose to fame as Max Guevara on Dark Angel (2000–2002), earning a Golden Globe nomination. Her film career includes major hits like Honey (2003), Sin City (2005), Fantastic Four (2005) and sequel (2007) as Sue Storm, Good Luck Chuck (2007), The Eye (2008), Machete (2010), Little Fockers (2010), Spy Kids: All the Time in the World (2011), Mechanic: Resurrection (2016), and Trigger Warning (2024 Netflix). She has grossed over $800 million at the box office across more than 25 films.
Alba has produced via her company, with credits including The Eye remake. She co-founded The Honest Company in 2011, focusing on safe, eco-friendly baby, beauty, and household products (publicly traded as HNST), stepping down as Chief Creative Officer in 2024 to pursue new ventures while staying on the board. Philanthropically, she supports Habitat for Humanity, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Stand Up to Cancer, Revlon Run/Walk for Women, PETA, women’s health, environmental causes, and global poverty relief. A self-identified feminist, she advocates for equality, self-acceptance, and wellness. Known for her striking features—radiant skin, expressive hazel/green eyes, full lips, and long dark brunette hair—she maintains a polished, confident presence in elegant gowns on red carpets, chic casual outfits, or professional looks that highlight her natural elegance and poise. Alba continues as a hardworking, authentic icon inspiring through her success in acting, business, and advocacy.