timeline for Jim carrey By karely_esp Jan 17, 1962 Jim Carrey is born in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada. 1979 Jim drops out of high school at age 16 to pursue a career in comedy. 1980 Carrey begins performing stand-up comedy in Toronto, showcasing his unique impressions. 1980 He moves to Los Angeles to further pursue his comedy career. 1982 Carrey gets his first major break, appearing on the TV show The Duck Factory. 1984 Jim Carrey appears on The Tonight Show for the first time, impressing Johnny Carson. 1990 Carrey joins the cast of the sketch comedy show In Living Color, which significantly boosts his popularity. 1994 Carrey’s breakout year: He stars in three major films: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber. 1996 He stars in The Cable Guy, directed by Ben Stiller, showcasing his darker comedic side. 1997 Carrey stars in the box-office smash Liar Liar, one of his most beloved comedies. 1998 Jim Carrey takes on more serious roles with The Truman Show, a role that earns him a Golden Globe. 1999 He stars in Man on the Moon, portraying comedian Andy Kaufman, for which he receives critical acclaim. 2004 Carrey stars in the critically acclaimed drama Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, earning more recognition for his acting range. 2004 He appears in the family film Bruce Almighty alongside Morgan Freeman, becoming a massive box-office hit. 2005 Carrey stars in The Number 23, a psychological thriller, which marks a shift towards darker roles. 2008 Stars in the film Yes Man, where his character is forced to say "yes" to every opportunity. 2009 Released his memoir The World According to Me, which receives a positive response. 2013 Co-stars in Kick-Ass 2, playing a villainous role. 2014 He stars in the comedy Dumb and Dumber To, the sequel to his 1994 hit. 2021 Announces retirement from acting after wrapping up his projects, including Sonic the Hedgehog 2. 2025 Announces retirement from acting after wrapping up his projects, including Sonic the Hedgehog 2.
