Biography of jim carrey
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Jim Carrey
For the retired American ice hockey player, see Jim Carey (ice hockey).
James Eugene Carrey (born January 17, ) is a Canadianactor and comedian. He is known for his acting in movies, such as the Ace Ventura movie series, Dumb and Dumber, The Cable Guy, Liar Liar and Bruce Almighty. He has also been successful in dramatic roles in movies such as The Truman Show, Man on the Moon, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and The Number 23. He won the Golden Globe Award in Carrey has attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.[1]
Influences
[change | change source]Carrey stated comedians like Jerry Lewis, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Dick Van Dyke, Bill Cosby, Mel Brooks and Sam Kinison as influences.
Filmography
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Jim Carrey
Canadian-American actor and comedian (born )
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| Born | James Eugene Carrey () January 17, (age&#;63) Newmarket, Ontario, Canada |
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| Years&#;active | –present |
| Works | Full list |
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| Partner | Jenny McCarthy (–) |
| Children | 1 |
| Awards | Full list |
James Eugene Carrey (; born January 17, )[2] is a Canadian-American actor and comedian primarily known for his energetic slapstick performances.[3] After spending the s honing his comedy act and playing supporting roles in films, Carrey gained recognition when he was cast in the American sketch comedy television series In Living Color (–). He broke out as a film star after starring in a string
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Jim Carrey, Film Star, Survivor, Inspiration. From humble beginnings to superstardom, he joins an elite group of comedians who have spanned the acting chasm to achieve phenomenal success. This is his story.
The fun began on January 17th , born to Kathleen and Percy and the youngest of 4 he grew up in a house filled with laughter and fun. His parents often suffered from ill health and the young Jim would clown around to bring smiles to their faces and to stand out from his siblings, Rita, Pat and John. A skill he was to take to school in return for his good behaviour.
The laughter however took a blow when Percy lost his safe job as an accountant when he was 52, plunging the family into dire financial straights. This was a huge blow for the mild mannered Percy who had given up musical dreams in favour of family security. They lost their home and when Jim was in 8th grade the family was forced to enter one of their bleakest periods, as they agreed to work