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.
, especially during an election year. This has been doubly true when they've tapped guest stars to make high-profile celebrity cameos.
Over the past few seasons, some of Hollywood's biggest names — including Alec Baldwin, Brad Pitt, Jim Carrey and Scarlett Johansson — have hit the Studio 8H stage with their best take on divisive political figures.In recognition of the headline-grabbing guest stars who have stolen the spotlight, ET is taking a look at all the best, most memorable and most surprising political impressions — specifically from performers who weren't cast members, or at least had already left the show and returned for a spotlight-stealing cameo.
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