Jim Carrey’ Net Worth is $200 Million
Jim Carrey has a range like no other. In one movie, he could take us on a laughter roller coaster, then in the next, have us tear up and contemplative about the meaning of life. He has earned the adoration of fans, earned awards, and earned $200 million net worth in the process. How did this Canadian comedian make it happen?
| Name | James Eugene Carrey |
| Profession | Actor, Comedian, Writer |
| Net Worth | $200 million |
| Birthday | January 17, 1962 (Capricorn) |
| Birthplace | Newmarket, Ontario, Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian-American |
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) |
| Relationship status | Not currently married, previously married twice |
From Being A Guy In Toronto To The Man On The Moon: Jim Carrey’s Rise to Fame
Jim Carrey, our favorite funny man, was born on January 17, 1962, in the little town of Newmarket, Ontario, Canada. His career as a stand-up comedian began in nearby Toronto where Jim regularly brought the house down at various comedy clubs throughout the city. In 1987, he took a gamble: He packed up his bags and left the comfort of his Canadian home and headed west, to Los Angeles with hopes of making it big. And “big” is what he made it, snagging a role on the super-hot sketch comedy TV show “In Living Color”, alongside the Wayans brothers. It was a major turning point for the young comic. Thanks to his epic impressions and memorable characters like Fire Marshall Bill, Carrey was the toast of the show. But this was just the beginning.
Comic Jim Carrey seen Dec. 4, 1981 in Toronto pic.twitter.com/OsmiuKrET4
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The $20M ‘Cable’ Package: Jim Carrey’s Lucrative Acting Gigs
Starting in 1994, Carrey had a string of movies that had everyone impersonating him. “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective”, “The Mask”, and “Dumb and Dumber” all did incredibly well and made Carrey a household name. But just when his over-the-top comedic performances had people starting to think the actor was too one-dimensional, he released a string of dramas that had audiences thinking otherwise. “The Truman Show”, “Man on the Moon”, and “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” displayed Carrey’s FULL range as an actor and scored him five Golden Globe nominations, including two wins.
Jim Carrey clearly proved to the movie-going public that he was no joke. He proved the same to Hollywood studios, soon demanding a mind-blowing $20 million for his work in “The Cable Guy” (1996). He also earned 15 cents for every dollar the film made at the box office, which translated to $35 million for the star. It was a watershed moment in the industry as it indicated, for better or worse, the direction actors’ fees were heading in.
As a legitimate A-lister, Carrey closed out the millennium by making $44.5 million in 1999, according to Forbes. All told, Carrey’s films — including “Bruce Almighty”, his top-grossing film, having earned $484 million worldwide — have earned $4.9 billion across the globe.
Making Waves… and Nuclear Taco Trucks: Jim Carrey’s Other Revenues
Jim Carrey is not only an actor with range, he is an artist whose talents aren’t limited to the silver screen. In 2013 he published a children’s book, How Roland Rolls, about an ocean wave whose realization of mortality makes him afraid to reach the beach. The work was a huge success, even earning its author a Gelett Burgess Children’s Book Award.
Not done with the written word, Carrey partnered with New York Times and Vanity Fair writer Dana Vachon to produce the semi-autobiographical <a href=”http://Memoirs and Misinformation, the actor’s first novel. It would receive critical acclaim and make the New York Times Bestsellers list.
Carrey also knows when to make his money work for him. He submitted to the NFT craze in 2022, investing nearly $40,000 in “Devotion”, part of a larger collection called “The Wild Within”. He would later invest in the peculiarly named NFT “Nuclear Taco Trucks”.
Green Lambos and Fire(places) In The Sky: The High-Rolling Lifestyle of Jim Carrey
With the earning power that Jim Carrey has, it’s not surprising that he lives a high-class life. In February 2023, he put his LA Brentwood property on the market for approximately $28 million. The property boasts six bedrooms, ten bathrooms, and extras like a gym, sauna, movie room, and an art studio. This is only one of Carrey’s L.A. properties; he also owns a Malibu beach house and another spot in Brentwood Country Estates.
Carrey is a car aficionado as well. He has been photographed driving everything from a classic Jaguar XK140 to a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG — and his Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder is an eye-popping green. But he can also keep it low-key, often spotted in an eco-friendly Toyota Prius.
Clearly, Jim Carrey likes to travel in style. Aside from his cars, he owns a private jet — a Gulfstream V — worth an estimated $36 million, and is decked out with all the amenities: a master bedroom with a queen-sized bed, a living area with leather seats, a fireplace, plus a dining area that seats up to six. To keep him occupied, Carrey has at his disposal a satellite phone and a top-of-the-line entertainment system.
But Carrey has also established himself as a remarkable philanthropist, and has quietly donated to charitable organizations such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation and World Wildlife Fund.
From Jane to Jenny: The Women In Jim Carrey’s Life
Carrey married former actress Melissa Womer in 1987; their only daughter, Jane Erin Carrey, was born that same year. Jim and Melissa divorced in 1995, though he didn’t remain single for long, marrying his “Dumb and Dumber” co-star Lauren Holly the following year. The marriage was over before it began, as the couple divorced in 1997, citing irreconcilable differences.
Since then, Carrey has been in relationships with his Me, Myself & Irene co-star Renee Zellweger, along with Jenny McCarthy, whom he dated for five years. More recently, Carrey has been seen with actress Ginger Gonzaga and Russian-born artist and model Anastasia Vitkina.
Carrey’s daughter Jane has been showing off her singer-songwriter skills on shows like “American Idol” and “The Voice” and has released several albums. He has proven to be a supportive father, having attended a number of her performances.
Despite his success, Carrey has admitted to battling depression, particularly after the suicide of ex-girlfriend Cathriona White.
Jim Carrey talks about depression and sadness. What do you think? pic.twitter.com/OzPo5L4DPJ
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The Clapback to the Slap: Major Events In Jim Carrey’s Life
In 2022, Will Smith went viral at the Oscars for slapping Chris Rock during his comedy routine. Carrey was reportedly unhappy with the standing ovation then given to Smith when he won the Best Actor award shortly after the incident involving Rock. He was then called a hypocrite after videos from 1997 surfaced of him acting inappropriately with Alicia Silverstone and Will Smith.
Later that year, he announced his retirement from acting.
