Jim Carrey returns: does he really need the money?

Jim Carrey returns: does he really need the money?

Jim Carrey, the popular US comedian and actor, has announced his return to the film world after announcing his plans to retire from the industry in 2022. “I’m done,” the 62-year-old said at the time, but now he admits he has financial reasons for returning. “I bought a lot of stuff and honestly I need the money,” he expressed candid, how Krone.at reported.

The actor will play the role of mad genius Ivo Robotnik in the upcoming video game adaptation “Sonic the Hedgehog 3.” The second part of the film series was a great success and generated revenue of around 380 million euros. Carrey said he was particularly drawn to the opportunity to play a "genius" character, which he said is an exaggeration. When a reporter asked him if the script was written in "golden ink," as he had previously suggested, he said no, admitting it was probably an exaggeration, eh Kurier.at added.

Financial difficulties?

Despite his estimated net worth of €285 million, Carrey appears to be facing some financial challenges. His lavish Los Angeles estate, originally put on the market for $28.9 million, is simply failing to find a buyer after several price cuts. The price has now been reduced to $19 million, but finding a buyer remains difficult. Carrey said he is ready for "change" in his life and wants someone else to be able to enjoy the home that has been a retreat for him for over three decades.

In recent years, Carrey has increasingly devoted himself to creative projects outside of the film business by painting and drawing comics. While he is now re-engaging in the film industry, the question remains whether this return will help him stabilize his financial situation. In any case, he is causing a stir with his new role and arousing the anticipation of fans.