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,

"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 explains her decade-long break from acting, emphasizing family priorities. She is set to return in 'Back in Action' on Netflix and 'Shrek 5'. Diaz is also eying a role in Jonah Hill's 'Outcome'.

Cameron Diaz is set to make her return to Hollywood, and now she is sharing how her husband Benji Madden supported her comeback.

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,