Jim Carrey biography, net worth, height, age, fun facts and latest updates
Born on January 17, 1962, James Eugene Carrey is an American comedian and actor of Canadian descent. Carrey, who is well-known for his exuberant comedic performances, initially came to attention in 1990 when he was cast in the American sketch comedy television series In Living Color (1990–1994). In 1994, he debuted in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber. Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls, Batman Forever (all 1995), and Liar Liar (1997) were the films that came after this.
Jim Carrey Biography & Profile Summary
Full Name: | James Eugene Carrey |
Stage Name: | Jim Carrey |
Born: | 17 January 1962 (age 61 years old) |
Place of Birth: | Newmarket, Canada |
Nationality: | Canadian, American |
Education: | Agincourt Collegiate Institute |
Height: | 1.88 m |
Parents: | Kathleen Carrey, Percy Carrey |
Siblings: | John Carrey, Rita Carrey, Patricia Carrey Fournier |
Spouse: | Lauren Holly (m. 1996–1997), Melissa Womer (m. 1987–1995) |
Girlfriend • Partner: | Renée Zellweger (2000), Ginger Gonzaga (2019), Natalie Gal (2014), Cathriona White (2012-2015), Anastasia Vitkina (2011), Anchal Joseph (2011), Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg (2005-2010), Anastasiya Volochkova (2002), January Jones (2002), Charlotte Lewis (1999), Linda Ronstadt (1983), Anine Bing (2004), Laurie Holden (2001) |
Children: | Jane Erin Carrey |
Occupation: | Actor • Comedian |
Net Worth: | $180 million |
Career
At the age of seventeen, Carrey transitioned from open-mic nights to regular paid concerts, earning recognition along the way. In 1983, he relocated to Hollywood and appeared on “The Tonight Show” in the spring. After appearing on the comedy series “In Living Color” from 1990 to 1994, he experienced a pivotal point in his career in 1990. Then the real money began to come in. In 1994, Carrey landed the lead roles in three films: “The Mask,” “Dumb and Dumber,” and Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. For “The Mask,” he was nominated for his first Golden Globe in the category of “Best Actor.”
From there on out, Carrey’s success only seemed to grow. He played “The Riddler” in 1995, “The Cable Guy” in 1996, “Liar Liar” in 1997, and “Truman Burbank” in 1998. Carrey’s success was undeniable at this point. He became a comedic force in Hollywood with several more high-grossing movies, including our favourite, “The Grinch” (2018). Carrey shares his immense success with his daughter, Jane Erin Carrey, from his first marriage in 1987. The comedic genius has been married twice but is currently single.
Jim Carrey Net Worth
Jim Carrey has amassed a net worth of $180 million. Known for being one of Hollywood’s highest-paid performers, Carrey has earned over $300 million from his movie profits, including incentives and salaries.
Filmography
- 1983: The Sex and Violence Family Hour (Writer)
- 1984: Finders Keepers
- 1985: Once Bitten
- 1988: Earth Girls Are Easy
- 1994: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
- 1994: The Mask
- 1994: Dumb and Dumber
- 1995: Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls
- 1995: Batman Forever
- 1996: The Cable Guy
- 1997: Liar Liar
- 1998: The Truman Show
- 1999: Man on the Moon
- 2000: Me, Myself & Irene
- 2000: How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
- 2003: Bruce Almighty
- 2004: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
- 2005: Fun with Dick and Jane
- 2007: The Number 23
- 2008: Yes Man
- 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 To
- 2016: Dark Crimes
- 2020: Sonic the Hedgehog
- 2022: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Trivia
- Mobbed by Fans:
- Carrey was often mobbed by crowds who expected him to perform celebrity impressions.
- Letters to Tupac Shakur:
- In 1995, during Tupac Shakur’s imprisonment, Carrey wrote him letters to support and help him get through his sentence.
- Manifested Success:
- During his struggling period in 1990, Carrey wrote himself a $10 million cheque as a symbol of his future success. In 1994, his actual salary matched the amount he wrote.
- Dual Citizenship:
- Carrey retained his Canadian citizenship even after becoming an American citizen in 2004.
- Flexible Face:
- Carrey possesses a remarkable ability to mold his face to match his impression of literally anyone.