James Eugene Carrey (born January 17, 1962) is a Canadian-American actor, comedian, writer, and artist. He is known for his energetic slapstick performances. Carrey first gained recognition in America in 1990 after landing a recurring role in the sketch comedy television series In Living Color.
His first leading roles in motion pictures came with Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994), Dumb and Dumber (1994), The Mask (1994), and Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995), as well portraying the Riddler in Batman Forever (1995) and the lead role in Liar Liar (1997).
He gained attention starring in serious roles in The Truman Show (1998) and Man on the Moon (1999), with each garnering him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.
Hollywood Pays Tribute To Beloved Late Comedian & Full House Star Bob Saget
perezhilton.comHollywood has lost another star. On Sunday, reports broke that comedian and longtime popular Full House dad Bob Saget had passed away suddenly in a hotel room in Orlando, Florida.
The TV star and stand-up genius was just 65 years old, with his death being completely unexpected. The news of the tragic event left fans and peers alike reeling, and they tried to account for his heartbreaking passing in the aftermath. Related: Legendary, Pioneering Actor Sidney Poitier Dead At 94 Years Old On Sunday evening and into Monday morning, thousands of memorials and well wishes poured in across social media networks, with Saget’s name trending for hours.
Television fans recalled his memorable work on Full House and America’s Funniest Home Videos, as well as his funny heel turn in Half Baked, and his newer resurrection in the Fuller House reboot.
For celebs who had known the comedian personally and worked with him over his decades-long career, they took Sunday to marvel at Saget’s kindness, compassion, and talent.
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