Jim Carrey, 62, has admitted that his return to the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise is more about balancing his checkbook than sheer passion for the character. The actor’s net worth once estimated at $300 million has taken a hit due to lavish spending and luxury items.
Carrey previously commanded a cool $20 million for films like The Cable Guy in 1996, but now says he needs the money to pay bills. He joked about needing to “buy a lot of stuff” and said his return to the franchise is partly because it’s a chance to play a genius character again.
Despite this, Carrey was drawn back in by the heart of the project. The Sonic series has been one of the most lucrative projects of his career, with the first two films grossing over $725 million worldwide.
However, finances are on Carrey’s mind as he holds out for a big payout on his stunning Los Angeles mansion. The five-bedroom, nine-bathroom estate was initially listed for $28.9 million but has been reduced to $19 million after several price cuts.
Carrey purchased the property in 2001 and has owned other luxury items, including Mercedes, a Porsche Panamera, and a Tesla. His journey from humble beginnings to Hollywood icon began in Toronto, where he grew up performing stand-up comedy at local clubs.
After leaving school at age 15, Carrey took on various jobs before becoming a comedian. He eventually landed roles in television and film, solidifying his place in both countries with dual U.S. and Canadian citizenship. The actor’s breakthrough role came when he played Wiploc, an intergalactic alien, in Earth Girls Are Easy.
Carrey’s return to the Sonic franchise comes as the dynamic trio prepares for their most thrilling adventure yet. With Ben Schwartz, Idris Elba, Keanu Reeves, and Colleen O’Shaughnessey joining the cast, fans are eager to see what this latest installment brings.
Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14182701/What-happened-Jim-Carreys-300M-fortune-Comedian-filmed-new-Sonic-flick-needs-money.html