Jim Carrey is a Canadian-American actor, film producer, and comedian born on January 17, 1962. Renowned as one of Hollywood’s leading movie stars, Jim Carrey’s career began on stage as a stand-up comedian. Despite gaining fame as a comedian, Carrey shifted his focus to television and film, where he found substantial success. He first gained widespread recognition with the 1994 film Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. This breakout role led to leading parts in other blockbuster films such as The Mask, Dumb and Dumber, and Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls. His unique comedic style and expressive performances quickly made him a household name.
In 1998, Carrey’s career took a significant turn with his critically acclaimed performance in The Truman Show, which earned him his first Golden Globe Award. This film showcased his versatility as an actor, allowing him to take on more diverse and dramatic roles. Over the years, Carrey has starred in numerous successful films, including Bruce Almighty, The Number 23, and Dumb and Dumber To. His talent has earned him various awards and nominations, including MTV Movie Awards, Blockbuster Entertainment Awards, and Screen Actors Guild Awards.
In his personal life, Jim Carrey has been married twice. His first marriage was to actress Melissa Womer in 1987, with whom he has a daughter named Jane Erin Carrey. The couple divorced in 1995. Carrey’s second marriage was to actress Lauren Holly in 1996, but they separated within a year. Following these marriages, Carrey dated several female celebrities, including Anine Bing, Renee Zellweger, and Jenny McCarthy.
Jim Carrey Personal Details:
- Complete Name: James Eugene Carrey
- Nicknames: Jim Carrey
- Occupation: Actor, Comedian
- Date of Birth: January 17, 1962
- Birthplace: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian-American
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Religion: Raised Catholic
- Race/Ethnicity: White
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Dark Brown
Jim Carrey Body Measurements Height Weight Shoe Size Vital Stats
Jim Carrey Family Details:
- Father: Percy Joseph Carrey
- Mother: Kathleen Carrey
- Siblings: Rita Carrey, Patricia Carrey Fournier, John Carrey (Older Siblings)
- Spouse: Lauren Holly (m. 1996–1997), Melissa Womer (m. 1987–1995)
- Children: Jane Erin Carrey
Jim Carrey Relationships History:
- Melissa Womer – Actress and Producer (1987-1995)
- Lauren Holly – Actress (1996-1997)
- Jenny McCarthy – Actress and Model (2005-2010)
Jim Carrey Career Highlights:
- First Film: Copper Mountain (1983)
- First TV Show: The All-Night Show (1980)
Jim Carrey Distinctive Features:
- Rubber-faced expressions
- Energetic and physical comedy style
Jim Carrey Body Measurements:
Actor and comedian Jim Carrey’s body measurements complete information like weight, height, chest, waist, biceps, and shoe size are given below.
- Height in Feet: 6′ 2″
- Height in Centimeters: 188 cm
- Weight in Kilograms: 84 kg
- Weight in Pounds: 185 lbs
- Shoe Size: 12 (US)
- Chest Size: 37 inches
- Waist Size: 32 inches
- Arms / Biceps Size: 14 inches
Jim Carrey Interesting Facts:
- He spent his childhood in poverty.
- Jim wrote letters to Tupac Shakur to make him laugh while the rapper was in prison.
- The actor was offered the role of Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series but turned down because of his busy schedule.
