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Carrey's early life was marked by poverty and difficulty. He dropped out of school at the age of 16 to work as a janitor to help support his family.
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His first major breakthrough came in 1990 when he joined the cast of the sketch comedy series "In Living Color."
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This led to his first major movie role in the 1994 comedy "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective."
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Over the years, Carrey has starred in some of the biggest comedy hits of all time, including "Dumb and Dumber," "The Mask," and "Liar Liar."
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He has also shown his range as an actor in more serious roles, such as in the drama "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind."
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However, it is his comedic roles that have made him a household name and endeared him to fans all over the world.