Jim Carrey Turns 50 Years Old Today (VIDEO)

On Jan. 17, 1962 a comedian was born in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, known to millions of fans the world over as Jim Carrey at the time of his birth he was called James Eugene Carrey.

Fifty years later and Jim Carrey is considered one of Hollywood’s biggest success stories with movies that have raised billions of dollars for the studios he has helped support.

Over his long career which began in the 1980′s but broke out in the 1990′s Carrey has brought us comedy hits that include the Ace Ventura: Pet Detective movies, Dumb & Dumber, Bruce Almighty, Liar Liar and Man on the Moon along with more subtle non-comedic hits including the Truman Show.

Getting his first big break on In Living Color the funnyman soon became a house hold name after appearing in a string of hits while also battling a less public bout of depression and anxiety.

Here’s a clip showcasing the many faces of Jim Carrey throughout his career:

Here’s a clip showcasing the many faces of Jim Carrey throughout his career: