Jim Carrey Biography, Age, Height, Net Worth

There is no need to introduce Jim Carrey – the Canadian-American actor, comedian, writer, and artist has been delighting us for years with his unrivaled skills and wit. But there’s more to this Hollywood legend than just what meets the eye. We’ll delve into Jim Carrey’s biography, age, height, and net worth below while also taking a deeper look at his notable personal and professional accomplishments that have helped him become the well-known figure that he is today.

Jim Carrey’s Biography

Full Name	James Eugene Carrey
Nickname	Jim Carrey
Gender	Male
Profession	Actor, Comedian, Author, Producer
Height	6′ 2″ (1.8m)
Weight	185 lbs (84 kg)
Shoe Size	11  (US)
Hobbies	Reading, Painting, Music
Eyes Color	Brown
Hair Color	Dark Brown
Date of Birth	January 17, 1962
Age	61 years (as in 2023)
Zodiac Sign	Capricorn

Jim Carrey is one of the most adored Canadian actors of all time, with a fascinating life story of a man who rose from very humble beginnings. Born in Newmarket, Ontario, Jim Carrey grew up in a struggling working-class family with three older siblings. From the early age of eight, he showed an interest in performing and would often entertain his classmates and family with silly contortionist faces and impressions.

At 15, he started doing stand-up comedy at local clubs, such as the Yuk Yuk’s comedy club, however, his conventional impersonations initially tanked. Despite all of this, he persevered and two years later he landed his first paid gig at the Hay Loft club. He worked on his reputation in Toronto, while trying to break into other industries and moved to Los Angeles when he was only 19 and started performing at The Comedy Store on a regular basis.

Throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, Carrey started pursuing more acting gigs, landing a few jobs such as landing the starring role in Once Bitten and being a regular part of the In Living Color cast. But his rise to fame truly started when he played the lead role in Ace Ventura, and following its success landed multiple other starring roles such as The Mask along with Dumb and Dumber.

He also showed off his dramatic chops with roles in films like The Truman Show and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Despite some personal struggles over the years, including battles with depression, Jim Carrey remains one of the most beloved entertainers around today. Nowadays, Carrey has decided to retire from acting, however, his mark in the entertainment industry shall remain indelible.

Jim Carrey’s Home, Education, School, Religion

Birth Place	Newmarket, Ontario, Canada
Hometown	Toronto
School	Blessed Trinity Catholic Elementary School
High School	Aldershot High School
Education Qualifications	Honorary Degree of Doctor of Fine Arts Honoris Causa from Maharishi University of Management (2014)
Nationality	Canadian-American
Religion	Raised Roman Catholic
Ethnicity	White

He was raised Roman Catholic, however, his current religious affiliation is unclear as he seems not to follow any particular religion. While Carrey’s childhood in Toronto was far from ideal, as he had to deal with his parents’ financial struggles along with dropping from high school at the age of 16, as we all know he has built quite a life.

And despite not having a formal education, Jim Carrey has proven to be an intelligent person who has always been interested in learning new things. When it comes to his home life, Jim Carrey primarily lived in Brentwood, LA although he seems to be in the process of selling his home of 30 years. However, he also owns a property in Maui, where he might relocate to later on.

Jim Carrey’s Debut Movies, Acting Career and Achievement

Debut TV	All in Good Taste (1983)
Debut Film	The All-Night Show (1980)
Awards/Honours	2 Golden Globe Awards 11 MTV Movie & TV Awards 6 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 4 People’s Choice Awards 5 Teen Choice Awards 1 Boston Society of Film Critics Award 1 Critics Choice Association Award 1 Dallas–Fort Worth Film Critics Association Award 1 International Cinephile Society Award 1 International Online Cinema Award 1 London Critics Circle Film Award 1 San Diego Film Critics Society Award 2 ShoWest Convention Awards 1 US Comedy Arts Festival Award 1 CinEuphoria Award 1 MTV Movie Award, Mexico 1 Order of Arts and Letters Award, France 4 Blockbuster Entertainment Awards 1 Cinema Eye Honors Award 1 MovieGuide Award 1 TV Land Award 1 The Webby Award

Jim Carrey’s Family and Relatives

Father	Percy Carrey
Mother	Kathleen (née Oram) Carrey
Brother	John Carrey
Sister	Patricia Fournier Carrey and Rita Carrey

Jim Carrey’s Girlfriends, Wifes, Affairs, Marital Status

Marital Status	Divorced
Partners	Linda Ronstadt (1983) Renee Zellweger (1999-2000) January Jones (2002) Jenny McCarthy (2005–2010) Natalie Gal (2014) Cathriona White (2012 – 2015) Ginger Gonzaga (2019)
Ex-Wives	Melissa Womer: Married 1987 – Divorced 1995 Lauren Holly: Married 1996 – Divorced 1997
Daughter	Jane Erin Carrey

Jim Carrey’s Net Worth, Cars, Salary

Salary (approx.)	$20+ Million per movie
Net Worth (approx.)	$185 Million
Cars Collection	Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Porsche Panamera Turbo S First Generation Mercedes AMG SL 63 Tesla Model S

Conclusion

Jim Carrey is indubitably an iconic figure in the entertainment industry, starting out as a struggling comedian to gradually becoming one of Hollywood’s most successful actors. His unique brand of humor and impeccable acting skills have made him a household name worldwide. Apart from his work on-screen, Jim Carrey has also been involved in various philanthropic activities throughout his career, supporting several charities and organizations.

Jim Carrey’s life story serves as evidence that skill, dedication, and hard work can get you far. He encountered many obstacles along the way, but he never gave up on his goals and kept working hard to achieve them. Today, he serves as an inspiration to millions of people around the world who aspire to make it big in their chosen field.