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.
greatest Christmas films of the 21st century is two decades old this week. Ron Howard’s enjoyably grotesque adaptation of the Dr Seuss story How the Grinch Stole Christmas was released way back in November 2000, earning an impressive $345m (£263m) at the global box office despite a selection of rather middling critical reviews.Jim Carrey wore some very impressive make-up to portray the green-skinned, furry terror of Whoville, who seeks to ruin Christmas by stealing all of its material elements — presents, decorations, etc.
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