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.
MTV Movie & TV Awards: Scarlett Johansson slimed by husband Colin Jost as she picks up honour
msn.comScarlett Johansson was slimed by husband Colin Jost while accepting an honour in recognition of her glittering career during the MTV Movie & TV Awards.
The Oscar-nominated star, of films such as the upcoming Marvel movie Black Widow, Marriage Story and Jojo Rabbit, picked up the generation award.
Previous recipients of the honour include Sandra Bullock, Jim Carrey and Jamie Foxx. In her video acceptance speech, Johansson paid tribute to her fans. “This award is made possible by all of you, in fact,” she said. “And it’s because of that that it’s so meaningful to me. ”Then Saturday Night Live comedian Jost, 38, appeared with a bowl of slime and poured it over his wife’s head. “What the f***,” Johansson shouted.
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