Becoming ... Cameron Diaz

See the Shrek 2 star as she evolves from cheerleading teen to Hollywood leading lady. By Serena Kappes

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DAY OF THUNDER

Diaz got to play the daredevil when she participated in the Long Beach Grand Prix Pro-Celebrity race in 1998. Says her driving instructor, Jim Snelling: "Her attitude was, 'I'll show these guys. I'm a very nice person, but don't get in my road.'" The competitive actress placed sixth among 20 racers.