“The money can be a hindrance to someone like me because the danger is that you start thinking, 'Is that a $20 million take?' That kind of thing, and being self-critical.”

Canadian and American actor, comedian, and visual artist

Jim Carrey is a Canadian and American actor, comedian, and visual artist. He is known for his energetic slapstick style and for becoming one of the most visible comedic performers of his generation. Carrey built his reputation through physical comedy and high-energy performances that made him a familiar presence in film and television. His work as an actor and comedian is closely associated with broad, expressive humor, and he is also recognized as a visual artist.