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Jim Carrey
Jim Carrey, born as James Eugene Carrey on January 17, 1962, is a Canadian-American actor and comedian known for his dynamic slapstick performances. In the 1980s, Carrey honed his comedy act and played mostly supporting roles in films before gaining recognition when cast in the American sketch comedy television series 'In Living Color' from 1990–1994. This breakthrough led to a series of successful films including 'Ace Ventura: Pet Detective', 'The Mask', and 'Dumb and Dumber' all in 1994. Carrey became the first actor to receive a $20 million salary for performing in films, starting with 'The Cable Guy' (1996).
Apart from his comedic roles, Carrey has been praised for his dramatic performances in films like 'The Truman Show' and 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind', earning Golden Globe Awards for each. His venture into television was met with acclaim as well, particularly for his role in the Showtime tragicomedy series 'Kidding'. Carrey is also known for his impressions, physical comedy, satirical commentaries, and contributions to American and Canadian pop culture. Off-screen, he is an accomplished artist who has received recognition for his paintings and political cartoons.
Biography, Career & Filmography
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Given Name: James Eugene Carrey
Born: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada
Citizenship: Canada, United States
Birthday: January 17, 1962
Occupations: Actor, Comedian
Years Active: 1977-present
Children: 1
Spouses: Melissa Womer, Lauren Holly
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Awards and Nominations Received by Jim Carrey
Explore the awards, honors, and nominations Jim Carrey has earned across their acting career. From prestigious wins to critical acclaim, see how their talent has been recognized by the film industry and major award bodies.
Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy (Actor)
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless MindMovies Featuring Jim Carrey
Batman Forever
Kick-Ass 2
Dumb and Dumber To
Bruce Almighty
Man on the Moon
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Liar Liar
Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events
Under the Sea 3D
The Bad Batch
Yes Man
Once Bitten
Dark Crimes
Earth Girls Are Easy
The Truman Show
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond — Featuring a Very Special, Contractually Obligated Mention of Tony Clifton
Horton Hears a Who!
A Christmas Carol
I Love You Phillip Morris
The Incredible Burt Wonderstone
Fun with Dick and Jane
Sonic the Hedgehog
The Majestic
The Cable Guy
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Me, Myself & Irene
Mr. Popper's Penguins
The Mask
Dumb and Dumber
The Number 23
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen
FOX 25th Anniversary Special
Nantucket Film Festival’s Comedy Roundtable
The Improv: 50 Years Behind the Brick Wall
Presidential Reunion
Cold Dead Hand with Jim Carrey
Saturday Night Live: 40th Anniversary Special
I Needed Color
Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond
Meet the Pickles - Behind the Scenes of Kidding
The Concert for New York City
Pecan Pie
How’s It Going to End - The Making of ‘The Truman Show’
Late Night with Conan O’Brien: 10th Anniversary Special
Rubberface
Copper Mountain
Jim Carrey: Unnatural Act
All in Good Taste
Finders Keepers
The Sex and Violence Family Hour
Mike Hammer: Murder Takes All
Jim Carrey: America Unmasked
Dirty Daddy: The Bob Saget Tribute
Finders Keepers
The Sex and Violence Family Hour
The Itsy Bitsy Spider
A Tribute to Sam Kinison
Mythos Hollywood - Das Geheimnis des Erfolgs
Doing Time on Maple Drive
High Strung
SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night
George Martin: In My Life
The Truman Show: Tru-Talk
Career Timeline
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2017
The Bad Batch
Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond — Featuring a Very Special, Contractually Obligated Mention of Tony Clifton
Self
I Needed Color
Self
Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond
Self
2013
Kick-Ass 2
The Incredible Burt Wonderstone
The Improv: 50 Years Behind the Brick Wall
Self
Cold Dead Hand with Jim Carrey
Charlton Heston / Lonesome Earl / Sam Elliot
2012
Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen
(archive footage)
FOX 25th Anniversary Special
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Nantucket Film Festival’s Comedy Roundtable
Self - Panelist
2004
Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Pecan Pie
The Driver
1998
The Truman Show
Mythos Hollywood - Das Geheimnis des Erfolgs
Self
George Martin: In My Life
Self
The Truman Show: Tru-Talk
Truman Burbank
1992
The Itsy Bitsy Spider
The Exterminator (voice)
Doing Time on Maple Drive
Tim Carter
High Strung
Death (uncredited)
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