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Jim Carrey is born in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada.
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Jim drops out of high school at age 16 to pursue a career in comedy.
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Carrey begins performing stand-up comedy in Toronto, showcasing his unique impressions.
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He moves to Los Angeles to further pursue his comedy career.
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Carrey gets his first major break, appearing on the TV show The Duck Factory.
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Jim Carrey appears on The Tonight Show for the first time, impressing Johnny Carson.
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Carrey joins the cast of the sketch comedy show In Living Color, which significantly boosts his popularity.
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Carrey’s breakout year: He stars in three major films: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber.
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He stars in The Cable Guy, directed by Ben Stiller, showcasing his darker comedic side.
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Carrey stars in the box-office smash Liar Liar, one of his most beloved comedies.
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Jim Carrey takes on more serious roles with The Truman Show, a role that earns him a Golden Globe.
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He stars in Man on the Moon, portraying comedian Andy Kaufman, for which he receives critical acclaim.
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Carrey stars in the critically acclaimed drama Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, earning more recognition for his acting range.
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He appears in the family film Bruce Almighty alongside Morgan Freeman, becoming a massive box-office hit.
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Carrey stars in The Number 23, a psychological thriller, which marks a shift towards darker roles.
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Stars in the film Yes Man, where his character is forced to say "yes" to every opportunity.
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Released his memoir The World According to Me, which receives a positive response.
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Co-stars in Kick-Ass 2, playing a villainous role.
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He stars in the comedy Dumb and Dumber To, the sequel to his 1994 hit.
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Announces retirement from acting after wrapping up his projects, including Sonic the Hedgehog 2.
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Announces retirement from acting after wrapping up his projects, including Sonic the Hedgehog 2.
