Celebrity Spotlight

Actor

James Eugene Carrey

Canadian

ActorProfession

CanadianNationality

About

James Eugene Carrey is a Canadian and American actor and comedian. Known primarily for his energetic slapstick performances, he is regarded as one of the most prominent comedic actors of his generation. He has received two Golden Globe Awards, in…

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Cast & Co-stars

Education

Northview Heights Secondary SchoolAlma mater
Agincourt Collegiate InstituteAlma mater
Aldershot SchoolAlma mater
Blessed Trinity Catholic SchoolAlma mater

Family

Lauren HollyEx-spouse1996–1997

Awards

Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres
The Golden Globe
Ordre des Arts et des Lettres
Canada's Walk of Fame
MTV Movie Award for Best Male Performance
MTV Movie Award for Best Villain
MTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performance
MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss

Origin

Newmarket

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