France, Feb. 27 -- Carrey has starred in box office hits such as Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask and How the Grinch Stole Christmas which showcased his talent for timing and energetic physical comedy.

But he also showed his range with films likeThe Truman Show,for which he won a Golden Globe in 1998, and garnered critical acclaim for his portrayal of a lovelorn man who has all memories of his former girlfriend erased in 2004'sEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.

"As an actor, each character you play is like clay in the sculptor's hands, which you shape to your heart's desire," Carrey said. "How fortunate I have been to share this art with so many people who have truly opened their hearts to me."

The actor, 64, has stepped back f...