Ten fun facts about Jim Carrey

Fact 1
His full name is James Eugene “Jim” Carrey.

Fact 2
Carrey has received four Golden Globe Award nominations, winning two.

Fact 3
He is known for his highly energetic slapstick performances.

Fact 4
Carrey first gained recognition in 1990 after landing a recurring role in the sketch comedy In Living Color.

Fact 5
Despite his increasing popularity as a stand-up comic, Carrey turned his attention to the film and television industries.

Fact 6
He has been described as one of the biggest movie stars in Hollywood.

Fact 7
On March 25, 2013, Carrey released a parody music video with The Eels through Funny or Die, with Carrey replacing Mark Oliver Everett on vocals.

Fact 8
He has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Fact 9
He auditioned to be a cast member for the 1980–1981 season of NBC's Saturday Night Live.

Fact 10
In March 2013, Carrey announced he had written a children's book titled Roland Rolls, about a scared wave named Roland. Carrey is self-publishing the book, which will be released in September 2013.