Jessica Marie Alba is an American actress and businesswoman. She gained national attention at age 19 for her role as Max Guevara in the television series Dark Angel, which aired from 2000 to 2002. Her performance in the show earned her a nomination for a Golden Globe award. Following her success on television, Alba transitioned to film and secured the lead role in the movie Honey in 2003. This role marked her cinematic breakthrough and helped establish her career in Hollywood.