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James Eugene Carrey (born January 17, 1962), better known as Jim Carrey, is a famous Canadian-American actor and comedian. He is recognized for his energetic slapstick performances and agile facial expressions.
Jim Carrey’s achievements in both comedic and dramatic roles have made him one of the most beloved and celebrated actors in the world.
Canadian-American actor and comedian
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| full name: | James Eugene Carey |
| stage name: | Jim Carrey |
| date of birth: | January 17, 1962 (age 62) |
| place of birth: | Newmarket, Canada |
| Country of Citizenship: | Canada, United States |
| educate: | Agincourt College |
| high: | 1.88m |
| parents: | Katherine Carey, Percy Carey |
| brothers and sisters: | John Carrey, Rita Carrey, Patricia Carey Fournier |
| spouse: | Lauren Holly (m. 1996–1997), Melissa Wormer (m. 1987–1995) |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Renée Zellweger (2000), Ginger Gonzaga (2019), Natalie Gall (2014), Kathryn White (2012-2015), Anastasia Vitkina (2011), Anchal Joseph (2011), Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg (2005-2010), Anastasia Volochkova (2002), January Jones (2002), Charlotte Lewis (1999), Linda Ronstadt (1983), Arnie Bean (2004), Laurie Holden (2001) |
| children: | Jane Irene Carey |
| Profession: | Actor • Comedian |
| net worth: | $180 million |
Early life and education
Jim Carrey is a famous figure in Canada and the United States, born in Newmarket, Ontario on January 17, 1962. Jim is the youngest of four siblings, his mother, Katherine Carrey, took care of the family, while his father, Percy Carrey, worked as a musician and accountant.
Jim Carrey grew up in a Roman Catholic family with three older siblings: John Carrey, Rita Carrey, and Patricia Carrey Fournier.
During Jim Carrey’s education, he attended Northview Heights Middle School Later, he studied at Agincourt College.
Profession
Jim Carrey began his career as a stand-up comedian in the 1980s and rose to fame in the 1990s with the following films: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, maskand Dumb and Dumber. He went on to star in successful films such as Liar Liar, Truman, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, False Almightyand Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.
Jim Carrey’s outstanding talent has won him many honors, such as the prestigious Golden Globe Award for Best Actor for his outstanding performance in “Musical or Comedy”. TrumanIn addition, he also won the British Academy Film Award for Best Actor for his outstanding performance in “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind”.
Jim Carrey’s success is not limited to his acting career. He has also made great achievements in writing and art. In 2014, he published a book called How Roland Rollsfollowed by Memoirs and misinformation in 2020. In addition, his artistic talent has been recognized internationally and his works are exhibited in various galleries around the world.
social media
- Instagram account: Jim Carrey (@jimcarrey__)
- Facebook: Jim Carrey Online
- Twitter account: Jim Carrey Online (@JimCarreyOnline)
personal life
Jim Carrey, 62, has had a turbulent life, with two marriages, multiple high-profile romances, and the joy of having children. In 1987, he married former actress and Comedy Store attendant Melissa Wormer. They had a daughter named Jane Irene Carrey. However, their marriage ended in 1995, and Carrey and Wormer decided to divorce.
Jim Carrey is married to Lauren Holly, his Dumb and Dumber In 1996, the two became co-stars again;
Jim Carrey has been in many relationships, in addition to Linda Ronstadt (1983), Charlotte Lewis (1999), Renée Zellweger (1999-2000), Laurie Holden (2001), January Jones (2002), Anastasia Volochkova (2002), Annie Bean (2004), Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg (2005), Anchal Joseph (2011), Anastasia Vetkina (2011), Katharina White (2012-2015), Natalie Gall (2014), and Ginger Gonzaga (2019).
Filmography
- 1983: Sex and Violence Family Time (screenplay)
- 1984: Finder Becomes King
- 1985: Once Bitten
- 1988: Earth Girls Are Easy
- 1994: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
- 1994: Mask
- 1994: Dumb and Dumber
- 1995: Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls
- 1995: Batman Forever
- 1996: Cable Worker
- 1997: Liar
- 1998: The Truman Show
- 1999: Man lands on the moon
- 2000: Myself and Irene
- 2000: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- 2003: Bruce Almighty
- 2004: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
- 2005: Fun with Dick and Jane
- 2007: Number 23
- 2008: Mr. Nice Guy
- 2008: Horton Hears a Who!
- 2009: A Christmas Carol
- 2011: Mr. Popper’s Penguins
- 2013: The Incredible Burt Wonderstone
- 2013: Kick-Ass 2
- 2014: Dumb and Dumber
- 2016: Dark Crimes
- 2020: Sonic the Hedgehog
- 2022: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
net worth
Jim Carrey’s cumulative net worth is $180 million. Carrey is widely considered one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood, having amassed a fortune of over $300 million from his film earnings, including salary and bonuses.
