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Actor Jim Carrey is set to receive an Honorary Cesar at the 51st Cesar Awards in Paris in February 2026, recognizing decades of work across comedy and drama, according to the French Academy of Cinema Arts and Techniques. The ceremony will take place at the Olympia theatre, honoring Jim Carrey influence on global film and popular culture.
The Honorary Cesar is among France’s highest film distinctions and has previously been awarded to figures including Julia Roberts, Christopher Nolan, Cate Blanchett, and George Clooney. The academy said Jim Carrey performances demonstrate that cinema can both entertain and challenge audiences, citing his artistic range and lasting cultural impact.
Born in Canada, Jim Carrey rose from stand-up comedy to international stardom following the 1994 box-office successes of Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber. He later earned critical acclaim and two Golden Globe Awards for dramatic roles in The Truman Show and Man on the Moon, establishing a reputation for versatility across genres.
Recent years have included work in the Sonic the Hedgehog film series and the television drama Kidding, alongside projects in literature and documentary filmmaking. Industry recognition has continued into 2026, when the César ceremony will formally acknowledge his career achievements during the awards presentation in Paris.
The event comes amid renewed public attention on Jim Carrey legacy and past collaborations, including discussion of potential future projects and anniversaries tied to earlier films, though no new major production has been officially confirmed.
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