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Jim Carrey Chops $11M Off LA Mansion, Still No Buyers—Says Sonic Sequels Are Paying the Bills

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It appears that, following the collapse of a recent agreement, Jim Carrey continues to find it challenging to sell his opulent Los Angeles residence once more.

In February 2023, the actor who played the lead in The Truman Show, now aged 63, initially put his expansive Brentwood property on the market with a price tag of $28.9 million. This is almost three decades after he purchased it for just $3.8 million back in 1994.

Back in December, I was beyond ecstatic when I learned that a fellow enthusiast had stepped up, ready to shell out a staggering $19.8 million – a whopping $10 million less than the initial asking price! What a thrill it was to hear about this deal!

Despite the drop, Carrey still stood to make a hefty profit — until the sale collapsed.

Currently, the property with five bedrooms and nine bathrooms has been listed again for sale at a revised price of $18.8 million, following a reduction of an additional $1 million in May, as indicated by the latest real estate records.

The new reduction in price follows Carrey’s revelation that his decision to rejoin the Sonic the Hedgehog series was not driven by enthusiasm, but rather financial incentives.

As a devotee, I’d like to share insights from a renowned comedian who, at the pinnacle of his career, earned $20 million per film and boasted an estimated net worth of $300 million during his golden years (in movies like Liar Liar, The Truman Show, and Bruce Almighty). However, despite his regal status in Hollywood, he confessed that even the wealthy have bills to handle.

At the London premiere of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 in December, he jokingly stated, “I returned to this universe primarily because I get to portray a genius, which is somewhat beyond my abilities, and quite honestly, I made quite a few purchases and I could use some additional funds.

However, he emphasized that the motivation wasn’t solely financial, for he quickly clarified, ‘Simultaneously, it held a deeper meaning, which is why I initially took part in it. There was an inherent beauty in its essence.’

Without a doubt, he couldn’t help but inject his unique wit into the conversation, ending with, “I hope it will reunite many families and heal multiple illnesses.

As I prepared to put my abode on the market in February, I confided to The New York Post that I was eagerly embracing the prospect of new experiences and transformations in my life.

For thirty years, it served as a refuge for me, yet I seldom visit it these days, and I wish for another person to find joy in it as I did. This was conveyed to the media in a statement.

‘Cha cha cha cha … Changes!’ he added as he referenced the iconic David Bowie song.

He bought it while he shot to fame starring in the hit movie Ace Venture: Pet Detective.

Besides being an actor, it’s known that he owns a house in Maui, which was made clear in 2017 when he revealed his residency on the island following the purchase of a property by the coast in Makena.

Some of his art is even displayed in the local Wyland Gallery.

His luxury car collection is rumored to have taken a bite out of his fortune as well.

According to Supercarblondie, it’s known that the comedian is the proud owner of multiple Mercedes models, a Porsche Panamera, and a Tesla.

Apart from that, he has narrated tales about his journeys across diverse parts of the world, ranging from simple excursions to Buffalo, New York, to luxury escapes in London, as well as breathtaking expeditions to Machu Picchu, Peru.

Carrey’s transformation from a modest start to a renowned figure in Hollywood took place on the bustling streets of Toronto, where he spent his formative years.

Following his graduation in 1978, Carrey took up a job as a janitor in a factory to aid his family. However, this wasn’t his destiny for long.

By the time he turned fifteen, he was already showcasing his stand-up comedy skills at local Toronto venues. By the year 1979, he had established himself professionally as a comedian and was making a living from it.

As a passionate admirer looking back, let me share an inspiring tale: At the tender age of 19, I, too, would’ve taken a daring plunge, just like Jim Carrey, and ventured to the land of dreams – Hollywood. Once there, I could almost feel his eagerness as he dove headfirst into both television and cinema. Then, in 2004, he made it official by becoming a citizen of not one, but two countries – sealing his fame in both Canada and the United States.

In 1983, Carrey made his mark on Canadian television with a role in Introducing…Janet. 

In the year that followed, he made his first appearance on the silver screen with the release of his debut feature film, Finders Keepers. Subsequently, he secured the lead role in the 1985 production, Once Bitten.

However, it was with the 1988 film “Earth Girls Are Easy” that Jim Carrey assumed the offbeat character of Wiploc, a space-dwelling alien, significantly establishing himself as a notable figure in the realm of humorous oddities.

In 1991, Jim Carrey’s debut TV special, titled “Jim Carrey: Unnatural Act,” received fantastic critiques and paved the way for his starring role on the sketch comedy series, In Living Color. It was during this show where his eccentric, over-the-top character became a familiar face across many homes.

Intriguingly, in 1985, Carrey took a bold and forward-thinking action: he penned a check worth $10 million for ‘acting services’, dated it for ten years later, and carried it with him as a representation of his aspirations.

Notably, it was in the month of November 1995 when Jim Carrey discovered that he was chosen for the role in Dumb and Dumber, earning a paycheck of an impressive $10 million.

As a lifestyle connoisseur reflecting on the year 2022, I can confidently share that I made the decision to bid farewell to the world of acting after an illustrious career. In doing so, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 will serve as my swan song – a fitting finale to an unforgettable journey on the silver screen.

If divine messengers present a golden-inked text indicating that public viewing is crucial, I may carry on my journey but for now, I need a break, he stated at the time.

At the red carpet event for Sonic 3, an Associated Press journalist asked him, “In a previous interview, you mentioned returning if the script was penned in golden ink by celestial beings. Is that still your stance?

As Carrey began to laugh he replied saying: ‘That might’ve been hyperbole, yeah.’

Amongst his professional endeavors, the Sonic series stands out as one of the highest-earning ventures, raking in a global total of $725 million (approximately £568 million) from the first two films alone.

Meanwhile, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 grossed $492.16 million worldwide.

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2025-05-08 02:06

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