From ‘In Living Color’ to A-Rod: J.Lo’s 50 most memorable pop culture moments

One of Lopez's most iconic moments came in 2000 when she appeared at the Grammys in a green Versace dress. The slightly revealing dress became such a popular search query, that Eric Schmidt, executive chairman of Google, mentioned how it became the inspiration for creating Google Images. 

Lopez began her career in entertainment with her love of dance. In 1991 she became a Fly Girl dancer for the sketch comedy show "In Living Color." The show's creator, Keenen Ivory Wayans, praised Lopez for having the "it" factor he was looking for. 

In 1995, Lopez landed her first big-budget film role in "Money Train." She starred alongside Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson as transit cops attempting to stop robberies. 

Lopez loves hard, and she has the marital statuses to prove it. She married Cuban waiter Ojani Noa in 1997; however, the nuptials lasted for only a year. 

Although Lopez played supporting roles in years prior, her role as the slain Tejano singer, Selena, became the ultimate breakout. Not only did she beat out 21,000 other hopeful actors for the role, but the movie also became one of the highest-grossing musical biopics to date. 

In 1997, Diddy released his hit single "Been Around The World" with Mase and The Notorious B.I.G. Lopez had a minor role in the music video, but she shared a fiery dance routine alongside Diddy. 

The only time Lopez landed a Golden Globe nomination was after her lead role in "Selena." She was nominated for Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy; however, Helen Hunt ended up as the category winner. 

In the early '90s, Lopez was getting her dance career off the ground and became a backup dancer to a number of artists, including New Kids on the Block and Janet Jackson. Lopez even earned a cameo in Jackson's video, "That's The Way Love Goes." 

"Selena" helped put Lopez on the radar for other films, but she also made history. She became the first Latina actress to earn $1 million for her role, which surely inspired other actresses to follow suit and know their worth. 

In 1996, Lopez landed a supporting role in the film "Jack," which starred Robin Williams. Lopez plays the role of a school teacher who Jack (Williams) develops a crush on. The film earned over $50 million at the box office. 

After her lead role in "Selena," Lopez was inspired to start a music career. She teamed up with producers Rodney Jerkins, Cory Rooney and Diddy to release her debut album, "On the 6." The album sparked hits such as "If You Had My Love" and "Waiting for Tonight." 

When Lopez started to make a mark in the music industry, she began dating producer and rapper Diddy. They became the "it" couple on the scene, and the relationship lasted for over two years. 

Although Lopez's dress at the 2000 Grammy Awards was all the talk, she also was a nominee. Her hit single "Waiting For Tonight" was nominated for Best Dance Recording. 

It's not always easy for artists to earn a No. 1 hit, especially on a first single. Luckily, Lopez joined a number of elite artists who have accomplished the incredible feat with her debut single, "If You Had My Love." Lopez was the first artist to earn a debut single at No. 1 since Britney Spears' "...Baby, One More Time." 

Shortly after breaking off her relationship with Diddy, Lopez began dating and eventually married her backup dancer and choreographer Chris Judd. The relationship fizzled after a year, and the divorce was finalized a year later. 

In 1997, Lopez starred alongside Ice Cube, Jon Voight and Owen Wilson in the horror flick "Anaconda." The film grossed over $130 million at the box office. 

Some of Lopez's fans started referring to her as J.Lo, and she used the nickname as the inspiration to her second album's title. The album helped her appeal to a wider audience with songs such as "Love Don't Cost a Thing," "Play" and "I'm Real." 

In 2001, the singer launched her first clothing line, J.Lo by Jennifer Lopez. She mentioned how it was always a lifelong dream of hers to design clothes for the everyday woman. Lopez made sure her attire was chic and affordable for everyone. 

In the early 2000s, Lopez and rapper Ja Rule became the ultimate remix duo. They won the 2002 MTV Video Music Award for Best Hip-Hop Video with their hit song, "I'm Real (Murder Remix)."

In 2001, Lopez became the first entertainer to land a No. 1 movie and album within the same week. Her film "The Wedding Planner" was a box office stunner and her sophomore album, "J.Lo," debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 chart. 

In 2002, Lopez started dating actor Ben Affleck, who also was her co-star in "Gigli." The relationship became a tabloid spectacle, and the term "Bennifer" was coined to name them. Affleck eventually proposed to Lopez, but they called off the wedding in 2004. 

Singing reality competition "American Idol" went through a number of judge panelists over the years. Lopez decided to join the show alongside record executive Randy Jackson and rock star Steven Tyler during its 10th season. The show helped revive Lopez's career after years of subpar movie roles and music. 

Lopez and Marc Anthony briefly dated back in the '90s. However, they both went on with their lives until reuniting in 2004. They were married for seven years and created a number of businesses together, including joint tours, albums and TV shows. 

Four years into their marriage, Lopez was expecting her first child with husband Marc Anthony. The couple gave birth to twins Max and Emme in 2008. 

Although the Billboard Music Awards launched in the early '90s, the show didn't start awarding its Icon Award until 2011. In 2014 J.Lo was named the Icon recipient due to her chart-topping success on the Billboard charts. 

In 1998, Lopez starred alongside George Clooney in the crime film "Out of Sight." The movie earned Academy Award nominations and grossed over $70 million at the box office. 

In 2002, Lopez was establishing herself as a businesswoman and debuted her first fragrance, Glow by J.Lo. Since its inception, she's created over 20 fragrances for men and women. 

In 2002, Lopez played the lead role of Marisa Ventura alongside Richard Fiennes and Natasha Richardson in "Maid in Manhattan." The film follows a Cinderalla plot in which Lopez's character as a maid falls in love with a political candidate, and eventually her wildest dreams come to fruition. 

NuvoTV first launched in 2004 with the concept to appeal toward Latino audiences with its programming. In 2012, the network partnered with Lopez to manage marketing and production with the need to increase viewership. 

Lopez is never afraid to be on the dating scene. After the breakup to Marc Anthony, she began dating dancer Casper Smart for three years. 

In 2001, Lopez teamed up with Matthew McConaughey in the romantic comedy "The Wedding Planner." Lopez plays a wedding planner who is coordinating the big day for Steve (McConaughey). However, after a series of events, the two realize they were meant to be together. 

GLAAD is an organization known for supporting the LGBTQ community and promoting equality for everyone. In 2014, GLAAD's Media Awards honored Lopez with its Vanguard Award for her promotion of LGBTQ rights. 

In 2005, Lopez starred alongside Jane Fonda in the romantic comedy "Monster-In-Law." Fonda's character, Viola, attempts to destroy the relationship between Charlie (Lopez) and her son. 

Lopez will always show her appreciation for dance on stage and in visuals. Her 2003 single "I'm Glad" is one of her most memorable videos, as she recreates scenes from the movie "Flashdance" as a tribute to one of her favorite films. 

2019 marked the 60th anniversary of Motown, and the Grammy Awards decided to honor the label with a tribute. Lopez was the star of the tribute, performing songs like "Dancing in the Street" and "Hey Mr. Postman." Her performance came with mixed reviews from fans and critics alike. 

In 2004, Lopez starred alongside Richard Gere and Susan Sarandon in the romantic comedy-drama "Shall We Dance?" Gere's character, John, becomes smitten with a dance instructor named Paulina (Lopez) and signs up for classes with hopes of meeting her. John eventually falls in love with dance and inspires Paulina to compete again. 

Since Lopez can act and perform, it was a no-brainer for the NBC sketch comedy show "Saturday Night Live" to hire her as a host and musical guest. Some of her most memorable skits include a morning TV talk show and a diva dance battle. 

A collaboration between Lopez and Pitbull is always meant for success. Their chemistry and work ethic are undeniable, and it shows. In 2012, their hit single, "On The Floor," was crowned the Most Viewed Female Music Video by the Guinness World Records. 

Las Vegas is known for giving artists their own concert residencies, and Lopez landed her first one in 2016. The "All I Have" residency took place at Planet Hollywood and grossed over $100 million in three years. 

"Jenny From The Block" made her way to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. After being in the entertainment industry for over two decades, Lopez finally landed her place among the stars to celebrate an illustrious career. 

In 2017, Lopez launched "World of Dance," a reality competition TV show to find the best dancers. She was the show's executive producer and became a panelist judge alongside singer Ne-Yo and dancer Derek Hough. 

Late night TV show host James Corden has made a name for himself with his "Carpool Karaoke" segments. Lopez appeared on the show in 2016, and the two sang some of her hit songs, including "Jenny from the Block" and "On the Floor."

Although Lopez's acting career is widely known for her film roles, she took a different approach in 2016 starring in the NBC crime drama series "Shades of Blue." She starred and produced the series that lasted for three seasons. 

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) holds its annual awards ceremony to honor excellence in fashion design. In 2019, the organization honored Lopez with its Fashion Icon Award for her impeccable style and impact in the world of fashion. 

In 2017, Lopez began dating former New York Yankees player Alex Rodriguez, and the J-Rod relationship name was born. After two years, Rodriguez proposed to Lopez with a jaw-dropping diamond ring. This will be Lopez's fourth marriage and the second for Rodriguez. 

After the success of the Lopez and Ja Rule hit, "I'm Real (Murder Remix)," the singer decided to release a full remix album. "J to tha L-O: The Remixes" featured collaborations with Fat Joe, 50 Cent and Diddy. Guinness World Records recognized the album as the first remix project to top the Billboard 200. 

All actors land a film that isn't a hit with viewers. Lopez learned that when she starred in the movie "Gigli" alongside Ben Affleck. Although they were the hottest couple off the screen at the time, the film didn't receive the best reviews from critics and fans. 

The MTV Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award is given to artists who have created iconic visuals and paved the way for other artists to follow. Lopez earned the award in 2018 and with videos that include fiery dance routines and film concepts, it was only a matter of time before her creativity would be recognized. 

Her third studio album, "This Is Me... Then," helped establish one of her biggest singles to date, "Jenny From The Block." The song illustrates that despite Lopez having fame and fortune, she desires to always remain humble and appreciative of her roots. 

Every year, news magazine TIME releases Time 100, a list that honors the most influential people in the world. Lopez was named as an honoree in 2018, quite a feat for a triple-threat entertainer who's been in the business for nearly three decades.