James Eugene Carrey (born January 17, 1962) is a Canadian-American actor, comedian, writer, and artist. He is known for his energetic slapstick performances. Carrey first gained recognition in America in 1990 after landing a recurring role in the sketch comedy television series In Living Color.
His first leading roles in motion pictures came with Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994), Dumb and Dumber (1994), The Mask (1994), and Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995), as well portraying the Riddler in Batman Forever (1995) and the lead role in Liar Liar (1997).
He gained attention starring in serious roles in The Truman Show (1998) and Man on the Moon (1999), with each garnering him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.
THE little boy who starred opposite Jim Carrey in one of his biggest roles looks completely different now that he's all grown up.
Justin Cooper starred in Liar, Liar as Max Reede the boy who closed his eyes and wished that his useless father (Carrey) would never tell another lie.
The wish caused no end of grief for his lawyer dad who relied on telling porkies in everyday life. Justin made his acting debut on beloved sitcom, Full House, and also had a stint on soap, General Hospital.
He starred in a number of films as a child star including The Magnificent Seven and Dennis 2: Dennis Strikes Again. Justin, now 33, also had recurring roles in TV series Brother's Keeper and All About Us.
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