Alba has appeared in films since 1994, but she first gained notoriety for her starring role in television's Dark Angel. Since then, she's been cast in increasingly visible roles in noteworthy movies such as Sin City, Into the Blue and Fantastic Four.


1. She's of mixed Mexican, French and Danish descent.
2. Raised by a military family, she moved frequently as a child.
3. She's appeared many times in men's magazines such as Maxim, FHM and Stuff.
4. She has struggled with eating disorders.
5. Alba was listed among People's 50 most beautiful people in 2005.


On her career's lifespan: "What happens when the looks fade? If I don't establish myself as someone who can act a part rather than look the part, I will soon be finished."


Former fiancé: Michael Weatherly, actor (Dark Angel); born 1968

FILMS

The Eye - (2008) - Actor
Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer - (2007) - Actor
The Ten - (2007) - Actor
Good Luck Chuck - (2007) - Actor
Awake - (2007) - Actor
G/You Got Served (Special Edition) - (2005) - Actor
Into the Blue - (2005) - Actor
Sin City - (2005) - Actor
Fantastic Four - (2005) - Actor
Honey - (2003) - Actor
The Sleeping Dictionary - (2002) - Actor
Paranoid - (2000) - Actor
Idle Hands - (1999) - Actor
Never Been Kissed - (1999) - Actor
Punks - (1997) - Actor
Venus Rising - (1995) - Actor
Camp Nowhere - (1994) - Actor