Jim Carrey added another honour to his collection this year, receiving an honorary César at the 51st César Awards in Paris on 26 February 2026 and delivering his speech in French. Next up, he returns as Dr. Robotnik in Sonic the Hedgehog 4, due in March 2027.
From stand-up stages in Canada to some of the biggest comedies ever made, Carrey's rubber-faced genius is one of a kind. See more funny people in our comedians collection.
Jim Carrey Fact File
| Full name | James Eugene Carrey |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 17 January 1962 (age 64) |
| Place of birth | Newmarket, Ontario, Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian-American (US citizen since 2004) |
| Occupation | Actor, comedian, artist, author |
| Years active | 1977-present |
| Breakthrough | In Living Color (1990-1994) |
| Known for | Ace Ventura, The Mask, The Truman Show |
| Major awards | Two Golden Globes, honorary César (2026) |
| Current status | Set to return in Sonic the Hedgehog 4 (2027) |
Career History
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Ace Ventura: Pet Detective | Ace Ventura |
| 1994 | The Mask | Stanley Ipkiss |
| 1994 | Dumb and Dumber | Lloyd Christmas |
| 1997 | Liar Liar | Fletcher Reede |
| 1998 | The Truman Show | Truman Burbank |
| 1999 | Man on the Moon | Andy Kaufman |
| 2004 | Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind | Joel Barish |
| 2020-2024 | Sonic the Hedgehog 1-3 | Dr. Ivo Robotnik |
A selection of key film roles; years are original release years.
Early Years
Born in Newmarket, Ontario, in January 1962, Carrey started performing stand-up comedy as a teenager in Toronto, and his impressions and physical comedy soon caught attention. He moved to Los Angeles to pursue his career and, in 1990, landed a place in the cast of Fox's sketch show In Living Color, where he stayed until 1994.
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The Year of Jim Carrey
1994 was extraordinary. Ace Ventura: Pet Detective arrived in February, The Mask in July and Dumb and Dumber in December, turning Carrey into one of the biggest comedy stars in the world in the space of a single year. Liar Liar followed in 1997 and earned him a Golden Globe nomination.
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Dramatic Acclaim
Carrey proved he was far more than a clown. He won back-to-back Golden Globes for The Truman Show (1998) and Man on the Moon (1999), in which he played comedian Andy Kaufman. How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) and Bruce Almighty (2003) were major hits, and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) brought BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations.
Later Career
He returned to television in Showtime's Kidding (2018-2020), earning another Golden Globe nomination, and found a new young audience as the villainous Dr. Robotnik in the Sonic the Hedgehog films from 2020. He is confirmed to return for Sonic the Hedgehog 4, scheduled for 19 March 2027.
Awards
Golden Globes
- Best Actor in a Drama, The Truman Show
- Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy, Man on the Moon
Other honours
- Honorary César Award (2026)
- BAFTA nomination for Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Away From the Spotlight
Carrey is also a painter, and his work has been shown at the Outsider Art Fair and in his 2018 exhibition IndigNation in Los Angeles. He has written a children's book, How Roland Rolls (2013), and co-wrote the novel Memoirs and Misinformation (2020) with Dana Vachon.
FAQs
How old is Jim Carrey?
Jim Carrey is 64. He was born on 17 January 1962.
Where is Jim Carrey from?
He was born in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, and became a US citizen in 2004.
What is Jim Carrey's real name?
His full name is James Eugene Carrey.
How many Golden Globes has Jim Carrey won?
He has won two Golden Globes, for The Truman Show and Man on the Moon.
Is Jim Carrey in Sonic the Hedgehog 4?
Yes, he is confirmed to return as Dr. Robotnik in Sonic the Hedgehog 4, due on 19 March 2027.
What films did Jim Carrey release in 1994?
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask and Dumb and Dumber all came out in 1994.
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