Jim Carrey's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jim Carrey. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jim Carrey is a Canadian and American actor and comedian celebrated for his highly energetic and slapstick performances. He has won two Golden Globe Awards and has received nominations for BAFTA Awards and Screen Actors Guild Awards, marking him as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals

1979: Return to the Stage

In 1979, with more domestic stability, Carrey returned to the stage with a more polished act that led to his first paid gig: a 20-minute spot at the Hay Loft club on Highway 48 in Scarborough for a reported Can$20 compensation.

July 1994: Release of The Mask

In July 1994, The Mask, starring Jim Carrey, was released and grossed $351 million worldwide.

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1994: Breakthrough Film Roles

In 1994, Jim Carrey broke out as a film star with starring roles in the box office hits "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective", "The Mask", and "Dumb and Dumber".

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1995: Continued Film Success

In 1995, Jim Carrey continued his success with starring roles in "Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls" and "Batman Forever".

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1996: Record Salary for The Cable Guy

In 1996, Jim Carrey became the first comic actor to receive an upfront $20 million salary for a film, starting with "The Cable Guy".

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1998: Starring Role in 'The Truman Show'

In 1998, Jim Carrey starred in "The Truman Show", receiving critical acclaim and winning a Golden Globe Award.

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1999: Starring Role in 'Man on the Moon'

In 1999, Jim Carrey starred as Andy Kaufman in "Man on the Moon", winning a Golden Globe Award for his performance.

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2000: Stars in Me, Myself & Irene and How the Grinch Stole Christmas

In 2000, Jim Carrey starred in Me, Myself & Irene, directed by the Farrelly brothers, and How the Grinch Stole Christmas, receiving both praise and criticism for the latter. He also earned a Golden Globe nomination for How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

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2004: Stars in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events

In 2004, Jim Carrey starred in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, receiving critical acclaim. He also starred in Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events. He received another Golden Globe nomination and his first BAFTA Award nomination for Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.

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May 2014: Delivers commencement address and receives honorary doctorate

In May 2014, Jim Carrey delivered the commencement address at Maharishi University of Management and received an honorary doctorate.

August 29, 2014: Honored with a limited-edition postage stamp by Canada Post

On August 29, 2014, Jim Carrey was honored by Canada Post with a limited-edition postage stamp featuring his portrait.

January 25, 2018: Wrongful Death Lawsuits Dismissed

On January 25, 2018, both wrongful death lawsuits against Jim Carrey, filed by Mark Burton and Brigid Sweetman, were dismissed, with no further legal proceedings planned.

April 2022: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Released

In April 2022, "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" was released, grossing $72 million at the US box office in its opening weekend, giving Carrey the best opening of his career to date.

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