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.
Mum horrified by terrifying Amazon Grinch costume that left her kids 'traumatised'
dailyrecord.co.ukMost people are familiar with the beloved Grinch character, who is known for trying to steal Christmas from the Whos of Whoville.
The legendary villain, who has been played by Jim Carrey and voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch, is well-known for his iconic green fur and sarcastic sense of humour.
One family were excited to receive a festive Grinch costume they had ordered online, but were left immensely disappointed when it turned up resembling more of a Gremlins outfit.
Angie Dickson bought the £40 costume from Amazon and planned to wear it during the festive season, the Mirror reports. However, when she donned the costume, along with a Santa Claus hat and coat, she left her daughter "traumatised" - with the youngster claiming her mother resembled an "alien".The 43-year-old said: "What we thought was coming was this nice Grinch outfit, but what turned up was like something off 'Scream’.
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