Jim Carrey Quotes

A collection of quotes by Jim Carrey.

Jim Carrey is a Canadian-American actor, comedian, writer, and artist. He was born on January 17, 1962, in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada. Carrey began his career as a stand-up comedian before transitioning to television, where he gained recognition for his work on the sketch comedy show, 'In Living Color' in the early 1990s. He then transitioned to film, establishing himself as a leading comedic actor in movies like "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective," "The Mask," "Dumb and Dumber," and "Liar Liar."

Carrey's talent for physical comedy, impressions, and exaggerated facial expressions propelled him to immense fame and success. He showcased his versatility as an actor by taking on more dramatic roles in films such as "The Truman Show," "Man on the Moon," and "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," earning critical acclaim for his performances. Carrey has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including two Golden Globe Awards.

Outside of acting, Carrey is also known for his activism and artistic pursuits. He is an outspoken advocate for various causes, including mental health awareness and environmentalism. In recent years, Carrey has dedicated more time to his passion for painting and has exhibited his artwork in galleries around the world.

Jim Carrey's unique blend of comedic talent and dramatic depth has solidified his status as one of Hollywood's most beloved and recognizable actors.

My dad was like a stage mother he always pushed me to do wha

My dad was like a stage mother he always pushed me to do what I wanted.

But, you know, you can't be a star at home.

But, you know, you can't be a star at home.

I haven't been as wild with my money as somebody like me mig

I haven't been as wild with my money as somebody like me might have been. I've been very safe, very conservative with investments. I don't blow money. I don't have a ton of houses. I know things can go away. I've already had that experience.

Experience

I love playing ego and insecurity combined.

I love playing ego and insecurity combined.

Love

Life is an ordeal, albeit an exciting one, but I wouldn't tr

Life is an ordeal, albeit an exciting one, but I wouldn't trade it for the good old days of poverty and obscurity.

Life Poverty Obscurity

I want to be the greatest actor that ever lived, frankly. I'

I want to be the greatest actor that ever lived, frankly. I'd love that. But I don't need to be. I just want to be here. That's it.

Love

Desperation is a necessary ingredient to learning anything,

Desperation is a necessary ingredient to learning anything, or creating anything. Period. If you ain't desperate at some point, you ain't interesting.

Learning

I got a lot of support from my parents. That's the one thing

I got a lot of support from my parents. That's the one thing I always appreciated. They didn't tell me I was being stupid they told me I was being funny.

Funny

I need privacy. I would think that because what I do makes a

I need privacy. I would think that because what I do makes a lot of people happy that I might deserve a little bit of respect in return. Instead, the papers try to drag me off my pedestal.

Respect

My mother was a professional sick person she took a lot of p

My mother was a professional sick person she took a lot of pain pills. There are many people like that. It's just how they are used to getting attention. I always remember she's the daughter of alcoholics who'd leave her alone at Christmas time.

Alone

The money can be a hindrance to someone like me because the

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.

Money

Maybe there is no actual place called hell. Maybe hell is ju

Maybe there is no actual place called hell. Maybe hell is just having to listen to our grandparents breathe through their noses when they're eating sandwiches.

Family

Morgan Freeman is so class. He's so cool. He's so scary.

Morgan Freeman is so class. He's so cool. He's so scary.

Cool

That's the trouble with being me. At this point, nobody give

That's the trouble with being me. At this point, nobody gives a damn what my problem is. I could literally have a tumor on the side of my head and they'd be like, 'Yeah, big deal. I'd eat a tumor every morning for the kinda money you're pulling down.'

Money

Behind every great man is a woman rolling her eyes.

Behind every great man is a woman rolling her eyes.

Funny

When you put your hand to the plow, you can't put it down un

When you put your hand to the plow, you can't put it down until you get to the end of the row.

Smile

If you've got a talent, protect it.

If you've got a talent, protect it.

Motivational

I think I could go away tomorrow. I've already accomplished

I think I could go away tomorrow. I've already accomplished something. It's such a selfish business that sometimes I get sick of myself.

Business

I don't think human beings learn anything without desperatio

I don't think human beings learn anything without desperation. Desperation is a necessary ingredient to learning anything or creating anything. Period. If you ain't desperate at some point, you ain't interesting.

Learning

One thing I hope I'll never be is drunk with my own power. A

One thing I hope I'll never be is drunk with my own power. And anybody who says I am will never work in this town again.

Hope