Lopez might have never been nominated for an Academy Award, but the Puerto-Rican-American star is a staple on the red carpet. Jennifer Lopez might have never been nominated for an Academy Award, but the Puerto-Rican-American star is a staple on the red carpet. Every year, we foolishly think J Lo has outdone herself, reaching the top of her fashion potential in the most gorgeous dress ever found, but then she goes ahead and dazzles us again 12 months later.