Jim Carrey is a Canadian-American actor and comedian renowned for his energetic slapstick performances and expressive facial gestures. Born on January 17, 1962, in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, Carrey began his career in the 1980s, performing stand-up comedy and landing supporting roles in films. He gained prominence as a cast member on the sketch comedy series “In Living Color” (1990–1994).
Carrey’s film career took off in 1994 with leading roles in three successful comedies: “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective,” “The Mask,” and “Dumb and Dumber.” These performances established him as a leading figure in Hollywood comedies. He continued to showcase his versatility with roles in both comedic and dramatic films, including “Liar Liar” (1997), “The Truman Show” (1998), “Man on the Moon” (1999), “Bruce Almighty” (2003), and “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004).
After a series of successful films, Carrey took a step back from acting in the mid-2000s to focus on other interests, including painting and writing. In recent years, he has expressed interest in revisiting some of his iconic roles. In December 2024, Carrey announced his return from retirement to reprise his role as Dr. Ivo Robotnik in “Sonic the Hedgehog 3,” set for release on December 20, 2025.
Additionally, he hinted at returning as the Grinch in a sequel to “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” 25 years after the original film’s release.
Carrey’s career has been marked by his ability to blend physical comedy with heartfelt performances, leaving a lasting impact on both the comedy and drama genres.