Cameron Diaz is shedding light on how family factored into stepping away from and returning to acting work, recalling how husband Benji Madden said, "It’s time for us to support you and let mommy ascend and do her thing.

The 'Sweetest Thing' star opened up about how Madden was there for her amid her decision to take a break from Hollywood and shared why it was so important for her to step away at that time.

It doesn’t matter if it’s been 6 weeks or 6 years (or longer) since you’ve taken off work to raise a family — it’s hard to go back to work no matter what. One thing that can make a big difference in your confidence level is a supportive partner,

Cameron Diaz has lifted the lid on her decision to spend years away from showbiz, despite being one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars. Nothing could have swayed Cameron Diaz’s decision to step away from the silver screen. Diaz, 52, exited Hollywood in 2014 in order to focus on building a life with husband Benji Madden.

Cameron Diaz is making a comeback to acting after nearly a decade, with strong support from her husband, Benji Madden. She will star in several projects, including the film 'Back in Action' with Jamie Foxx and 'Shrek 5'.

Cameron Diaz was one of the most bankable stars of her generation before she decided to quit acting in 2014. Even her three movies which came out that year — The Other Woman, Sex Tape, and Annie — were commercially successful.

Cameron Diaz took a step back from acting for a decade. In recent years, the actress has been open about her struggles with the entertainment industry, and her decision to take a step back and focus on her family,

"People would be like, 'It's over' and I'd be like, 'No it's not, it's not over for me,' " Diaz said at the 'Fortune' Most Powerful Women Summit Oct. 14

Cameron Diaz has divulged the real reason behind her 10-year hiatus from making movies. The actor, whose film credits include There’s Something About Mary, Charlie’s Angels and Gangs of New York, previously announced her temporary retirement during a sit-down with Christina Applegate and Selma Blair,