Jim Carrey

"Jim"

Actor, Comedian

64 Age

Canadian American Nationality

1.88 m Height

$180.0 Million Net Worth

Personal Information

Full Name	Jim Carrey
Profession	Actor, Comedian
Nickname	Jim
Date of Birth	January 17, 1962
Age	64 years
Birth Place	Newmarket, Canada
Nationality	Canadian American
Height	1.88 m
Weight	205 lbs
Gender	Male
Religion	Catholic
Location	Los Angeles, California, United States
Net Worth	$180.0 Million

Career Highlights

The Duck Factory

Debut TV Show (1984)

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective

Breakthrough Role (1994)

Family Information

Father	Percy Joseph Carrey
Mother	Kathleen Marie Carrey
Spouse	Lauren Holly (m. 1996–1997), Melissa Womer (m. 1987–1995)
Children	Jane Erin Carrey (Daughter)
Siblings	Rita Carrey (sister) John Carrey (brother) Patricia Carrey Fournier (sister)

Biography

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Awards & Recognition (5)

MTV Generation Award

Year: 2006 | Category: Lifetime achievement
Golden Globe Awards

Year: 2000 | Category: Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy | For: Man on the Moon
Golden Globe Awards

Year: 1999 | Category: Best Actor – Drama | For: The Truman Show
MTV Movie & TV Awards

Year: 1999 | Category: Best Male Performance | For: The Truman Show
Canadian Walk of Fame

Year: 1998 | Category: Inductee

Frequently Asked Questions About Jim Carrey

Q: What is Jim Carrey known for?

Jim Carrey is well known for his iconic comic roles in Hollywood films. He has also delivered several memorable performances in both comedy and drama genres, earning critical acclaim. Besides acting, he began his career as a stand-up comedian and has performed in major comedy shows across North America.

Q: What are Jim Carrey's upcoming projects?

Jim Carrey’s upcoming film is The Mask 3: Rise of Loki, a rumoured sequel that may bring Carrey back to one of his most iconic roles. In Another anticipated project, Carrey might collaborate again with major studios for future comedy dramas, following the renewed interest in his classic characters.

Q: Where was Jim Carrey born?

Jim Carrey was born on January 17, 1962, in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada. His father, Percy Carrey, was an accountant and a musician, while his mother, Kathleen Carrey (née Oram), was a homemaker who faced ongoing health challenges. As the youngest of four siblings, Jim grew up in a financially struggling family, an experience that shaped much of his early life and career.

Q: What is Jim Carrey's net worth?

According to recent reports and estimates, Jim Carrey's net worth is approximately $180 million. In addition to acting, he has earned substantial income through his work as a comedian, writer, and producer. Carrey is also known for his contributions to art and literature, and his long-standing success in comedy and drama plays a major role in his overall wealth.

Q: What are other notable roles of Jim Carrey?

Carrey is known for his iconic roles in both comedy and drama films: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994): He played an eccentric and hyperactive pet detective who specializes in finding lost animals. The Mask (1994): He portrayed a shy bank clerk who transforms into a zany, cartoon-like figure after discovering a magical mask. The Truman Show (1998): Jim Carrey played a man unknowingly living in a reality TV show, eventually discovering the truth and fighting for his freedom. Bruce Almighty (2003): Jim played the role of a frustrated news reporter who blames God for his misfortunes, only to be granted divine powers temporarily. With ultimate control, he learns important lessons about responsibility and the true meaning of happiness.