It is weird to think about. For a solid decade, one of the biggest movie stars on the planet just... stopped. No press releases, no "conscious uncoupling" from the industry, just a quiet exit stage left. But Cameron Diaz now is a very different person than the one we saw in The Mask or Charlie’s Angels.
Honestly, she’s busier than ever, but you won't find her chasing a blockbuster schedule.
She's 53 now. And she’s finally doing things on her own terms, which, in the world of high-stakes entertainment, is basically the ultimate power move.
The Reality of the "Retirement" That Wasn't
People love to call it a retirement. It wasn't really that. It was more like a massive life audit. Cameron basically looked at her 24/7 schedule—the kind where you don't even own your own time for months on end—and decided she’d had enough.
Then Jamie Foxx called.
That call led to Back in Action, the Netflix spy comedy that hit screens in January 2025. It was her first movie in eleven years. Eleven! Most actors fear being gone for eleven months. But for Diaz, it took the right person and the right project to pull her away from her "real" life.
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She’s been very open about why she stayed away. In her own words, she needed to "reclaim" her life. You’ve probably heard her mention on The Graham Norton Show that she spent those ten years repairing relationships and building a family. She wasn't just sitting around. She was being a mom to Raddix and her son Cardinal, who was born in early 2024.
What Cameron Diaz is Doing Right Now in 2026
If you think Back in Action was just a one-off nostalgia trip, you’re wrong. Sorta.
She isn't back to making three movies a year, but her 2026 slate is actually pretty packed. She’s currently working on Bad Day, another Netflix project. It’s an action-comedy where she plays a single mom having, well, the absolute worst day ever. It’s being described as a comedic take on the 90s thriller Falling Down.
Then there’s the big one. Shrek 5.
She’s officially returning as Princess Fiona. It’s slated for a December 2026 release. It’s not just her, either; Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy are back, and Zendaya is reportedly joining the cast as Shrek and Fiona’s daughter.
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The Business Side: More Than Just a Celebrity Name
While the movies get the headlines, her wine brand, Avaline, is actually where she spends most of her "work" energy. This isn't just some celebrity-backed label where she signs a few bottles and disappears.
- She co-founded it with Katherine Power in 2020.
- They focus on organic grapes and "clean" ingredients (no added colors or concentrates).
- As of early 2026, the brand has seen massive growth, recently striking a huge national distribution deal with Southern Glazer’s.
Basically, she’s a wine mogul now. She’s often said that her business is what she was focused on while the rest of the world was wondering if she’d ever act again.
The "Momcom" Era and Health at 50+
Cameron joked recently that she’s done with rom-coms and has entered her "momcom" era. It fits. She’s very vocal about the "skinimalism" trend—she famously told a podcast that she almost never washes her face. She’s leaning into aging rather than fighting it with every chemical known to man.
Her fitness routine is still legendary, though. She’s still working with her long-time trainer Teddy Bass. They do a mix of:
- HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training).
- Pilates for core strength and mobility.
- Strength training with a mix of heavy and light weights.
She’s a big fan of the "five-minute interval." She’ll jump on an elliptical, sprint for a minute, jog for a minute, and repeat. It’s about longevity now, not just looking good for a bikini scene.
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Why She’s Turning Down the "Big" Offers
Interestingly, she’s still saying "no" a lot. There were rumors about a My Best Friend’s Wedding sequel. While her former co-stars seemed game, reports suggest Cameron turned it down.
Why? Because she values her 4 p.m. dinner time with her kids more than a massive paycheck. She’s worth an estimated $140 million. She doesn't need to work. That's the secret to Cameron Diaz now: she only shows up when she actually wants to be there.
It’s a lesson in boundaries.
Most of us feel like we have to say yes to every opportunity. Cameron proved that you can walk away at the height of your career, build a completely different life, and the door will still be open when—and if—you decide to walk back through it.
Actionable Takeaways from the Cameron Diaz Reappearance
- Audit your "Yes" pile: If you’re feeling burnt out, look at what projects are actually fulfilling you versus what you’re doing out of obligation.
- Invest in "Clean" living: Whether it’s looking into organic options like her Avaline wine or simplifying your skincare (the "skinimalism" approach), less is often more as you age.
- Prioritize Mobility: Like Cameron, focus on HIIT and Pilates. It’s not about the "six-pack" anymore; it’s about being able to move well in your 50s and 60s.
- Value-Based Career Moves: Only return to "high-stress" environments if the team (like her working with Jamie Foxx) makes the stress worth it.
To keep up with her latest projects, you can look for the release of Back in Action on Netflix if you haven't seen it yet, or keep an eye out for the first Bad Day trailers later this year.