Jim Carrey Biography Jim Carrey , born James Eugene Carrey on January 17, 1962, in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, is a Canadian-American actor and comedian renowned for his energetic slapstick performances and dynamic character portrayals. His journey from a challenging upbringing to international stardom is a testament to his resilience and unparalleled talent. Early Life and Challenges Carrey was the youngest of four children in a family of modest means. His mother, Kathleen, was a homemaker, and his father, Percy, was a musician and accountant. The family faced financial hardships, especially after Percy lost his job, leading them to live in a Volkswagen van for a period. To support the family, teenage Jim and his brother took on janitorial jobs, working eight-hour shifts after school. Despite these challenges, Carrey found solace in humor, often performing impressions and comedy routines to entertain his family. He began performing stand-up comedy in downtown Toronto while continuing...