Jim Carrey was originally set to star in another iconic film – but he turned down the role as it 'took too long to make', with fans now divided over the actor who got the part

Jim Carrey fans are only just realising he could have been the star of a Christmas hit, but dropped out after the film 'took too long to make'. Some think it's for the best

Jim Carrey, who turns 63 on Friday, Jan. 17, has portrayed several iconic characters in his career, including The Grinch, The Mask, Truman Burbank, The Riddler and Dr. Eggman. See 10 of his most notable roles here.

Jim Carrey threatened a studio that he would walk away from 'I Love You Phillip Morris' if they insisted on cutting a gay love scene from the film.

Jim Carrey’s successful career is nothing to laugh at. Since scoring his breakout gig on the series In Living Color in 1990, Carrey has captivated the big and small screen with his slick wit, hilarious humor and uncanny ability to bring people to stitches with laughter.

Jim Carrey opened up about the heartbreaking reason he "regrets" appearing in a popular film – and people have only just been learning about his thoughts on Reddit

Hollywood star Jim Carrey has taken on a number of iconic roles over the years, but he struggled for years to get accepted as part of the Saturday Night Live cast