Jim Carrey is a Canadian-American actor, comedian, and producer. He is known for his energetic slapstick performances and has starred in numerous films such as Ace Ventura, The Mask, Dumb and Dumber, and Bruce Almighty. Carrey first gained recognition in 1990 after landing a recurring role in the sketch comedy television series In Living Color. He has since become one of the most popular and highest-paid actors in Hollywood.