Jim Carrey Delivers Emotional Speech in French While Receiving Cesar Awards Honor: ‘My Tongue Is Tired’ — jim carrey
jim carrey received this year’s honorary award at the 51st edition of France’s César Awards and drew a standing ovation after delivering an emotional speech entirely in French. The actor spoke about his career, family and a revealed ancestral link to France.
Ceremonial night in Paris
The 51st edition of France’s César Awards honored jim carrey with an honorary award traditionally given to an international star, such as last year’s Julia Roberts. He “got the creme de la creme of French cinema on their feet” during the ceremony.
Speech delivered in French
Carrey delivered an emotional address entirely in French, speaking with a thick American accent. He said, “As an actor, each character you play is like clay in the sculptor’s hands, which you shape to your heart’s desire. How fortunate I have been to share this art with so many people who have truly opened their hearts to me. ”
Onstage introduction and credits
He was introduced on stage by Michel Gondry, who directed him in "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" 22 years ago. The ceremony noted Carrey’s leading roles in "The Mask" and "How the Grinch Stole Christmas. "
Family and personal revelations
During the speech jim carrey revealed details about his ancestry: “about 300 years ago, (his) great, great, great, great, great, great-grandfather, Marc-François Carré, yes, Carré, was born in France, in Saint Malo” and emigrated to Canada. He framed the honor as a personal homecoming: “Tonight with this magnificent honor, this square (carré in French) has come full circle. ” Carrey attended the event with his daughter Jane, his grandson Jackson and his girlfriend Mina.
Gratitude and family tributes
Carrey offered a string of thank-yous to close his remarks: “Thank you to my wonderful family, my daughter Jane, and my grandson Jackson. I love you now and forever. Thank you to my sublime companion, Mina. I love you, Mina. And finally, thank you to the funniest man I have ever known: my father. Percy Joseph Carrey who taught me the value of love, generosity, and laughter. ”
Final lines and self‑deprecating finish
At the end of his speech he asked the audience, “So, how was my French? Almost mediocre, right? Forgive me, I didn’t speak French, but I’m just learning it. My tongue is tired. ”
Carrey’s appearance at the 51st César Awards combined career retrospection, personal family acknowledgments and a bilingual moment that he acknowledged with humor and humility.
