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    Jim Carrey

    Jim Carrey

    Awards & Honours

    60

    Awards Won

    5

    Honours

    4

    Rankings

    5

    Covers

    1

    Records

    Jim Carrey's career is filled with remarkable achievements that highlight his lasting impact on entertainment. He stands out as one of the few actors to successfully transition from pure slapstick comedy to critically acclaimed dramatic roles, earning two Golden Globe Awards in the process. Carrey also holds the distinction of being the first comic actor to command a $20 million upfront salary for a film, a testament to his immense box office appeal during his peak. His films have collectively grossed over $2.5 billion at the North American box office, placing him among the highest-grossing actors of all time. Beyond the numbers, Carrey has consistently been celebrated for his unique ability to connect with audiences through his expressive performances and philosophical outlook, making him a truly distinctive figure in Hollywood.

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

    Hollywood Chamber of Commerce·2003

    Received a star at 6925 Hollywood Boulevard for his contributions to film.

    Canadian Comedy Award for Lifetime Achievement

    Canadian Comedy Awards·2005

    Recognized for his extensive and influential career in comedy.

    Time 100 Most Influential People

    Time Magazine·2004

    Named one of the world's 100 most influential people.

    Honorary Doctor of Arts

    University of Ottawa·2014

    Awarded an honorary degree for his achievements and contributions to the arts.

    MTV Generation Award

    MTV Movie Awards·2003

    Honored for his diverse and impressive body of work in film.

    Rankings & Lists

    #2

    50 Greatest Comedians of All Time

    VH1·2005
    #1

    25 Greatest Actors Under 25

    Entertainment Weekly·1994
    #Unspecified

    50 Best Stand-Up Comedians of All Time

    Rolling Stone·2017
    #Unspecified

    100 Most Influential People

    Time Magazine·2004

    Magazine Covers

    Time

    August 1994

    The Mask: Jim Carrey's Wild Ride to the Top

    Rolling Stone

    August 1994

    Jim Carrey: The Man Behind The Mask

    Vanity Fair

    2000

    The Grinch: Jim Carrey's Green Machine

    GQ

    2008

    Jim Carrey: The Serious Side of a Funny Man

    Entertainment Weekly

    1994

    Jim Carrey's Wild Ride

    Records & Feats

    Highest Salary for a Comedic Actor

    Career Milestone·1996

    Jim Carrey was the first comic actor to receive an upfront $20 million salary for a single film, achieved for his role in 'The Cable Guy' in 1996.