10) Just Wright (2010): Some audiences found this romantic comedy (co-starring Common and Paula Patton) a little corny, but for Latifah fans — forgive the bad pun — it was just right.

9) Beauty Shop (2005): Latifah anchored this female-driven spin-off of the popular Barbeshop series with her trademark charisma and charm.

8) Last Holiday (2006): Latifah broke hearts in this sweet movie about a cook who decides to indulge herself after learning she only has weeks to live.

7) Ice Age 2: The Meltdown (2006): Latifah brought her considerable vocal talents to this popular children’s film, where she was the voice behind Ellie the woolie mammoth.

6) The Secret Life of Bees (2008): This adaptation of a best-selling book disappointed at the box office, but Latifah’s performance as a 1960s-era beekeeper has virtually no detractors.

5) Jungle Fever (1991): One of Latifah’s best roles was also her first — a cameo role in Spike Lee’s film about interracial love. She played a waitress who disapproves of Wesley Snipes’ white girlfriend.

4) Hairspray (2007): In a cast full of standout stars (including John Travolta, pictured), Latifah managed to steal scenes in this hit musical.

3) Bringing Down the House (2003): Latifah and Steve Martin made for an unlikely — buy undeniably funny — comedy duo in this smash box office hit.

2) Set It Off (1996): Latifah cemented her tough girl status as a gun-packing bank robber in this 90s heist film.

1) Chicago (2002): Latifah stole the show in this star-studded musical blockbuster, and scored a best supporting actress Oscar nomination in the process.