Jim Carrey 2026: The Clone Theory, Plastic Surgery Debate, and the Truth About Min Ah
Jim Carrey is the most searched celebrity name on the internet this weekend — and every single search traces back to one viral moment at the 51st César Awards in Paris on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Here is the full, definitive breakdown of everything happening around Jim Carrey right now.
Did Jim Carrey Have Plastic Surgery? What Experts Actually Said
The most substantive explanation for Carrey's changed appearance comes from Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Millicent Rovelo, who told Radar Online that it appeared Carrey underwent upper blepharoplasty — a surgical procedure that removes excess skin from the upper eyelids to make eyes appear larger and more alert. Dr. Rovelo explained: "In the 2024 photos, he has a lot of excess skin of his upper eyelids hanging over the outer edges of the eyes. In the most recent video of him, you can see that the excess skin is removed, and that makes his eyes appear larger and rounder."
Some viewers went so far as to claim he looked "unrecognizable" and wondered if it was actually him, while others suggested that he had gotten everything from Botox and cheek fillers to surgeries on his eyes to alter his iconic look. Jim Carrey has made no official statement addressing any of these plastic surgery rumors — and no confirmed medical records support any specific procedure.
The Jim Carrey Clone Theory: Where It Started and What People Are Actually Saying
The "Jim Carrey clone" narrative appears to have emerged around 2014–2017, during a period when the actor made a series of unconventional public comments about existentialism, identity, and power structures. One viral post even referenced his past portrayal of President Joe Biden on Saturday Night Live, adding: "Jim Carrey played Joe Biden. Now that the job is over, they replaced him."
His long, jet black hair — grown out and styled sleekly — contrasted with his usual tousled gray appearance. Social media exploded with comments like "unrecognizable" and "shocking," as fans split between practical explanations like movie role preparation and clone theory conspiracies. There is zero credible evidence supporting any clone theory. None of those observations constitutes evidence of cloning. Carrey, who is now in his 60s, has also spoken publicly about stepping back from acting and living a quieter life, which may contribute to shifts in public perception.
Who Is Min Ah? Jim Carrey's Girlfriend Confirmed Publicly
It remains unclear how long Jim Carrey and Min Ah have been in a relationship. In February 2022, Just Jared identified her as Minzi, a Los Angeles-area actress and artist, after publishing photos of her and Carrey leaving a charity comedy show hosted by Judd Apatow at Largo in Los Angeles.
During his César speech, Carrey publicly confirmed the relationship for the first time on a global stage, saying: "Thank you to my sublime companion, Min Ah. I love you, Min Ah." Min Ah attended the ceremony alongside Carrey's daughter Jane and grandson Jackson, marking the first time the couple has appeared together at an official public event.
Jim Carrey's Defenders Are Just as Loud as His Critics
Others came to The Mask actor's defense. One person claimed he was clearly "still recognizable as Jim Carrey," while another said they "just love to see Jim this happy and at peace" in life. As for the perceived eye color shift, lighting or lens changes can easily cause that effect — and let's not forget he is 64 years old.
Another fan insisted they too still recognized that "classic" Carrey "spark" in his eyes. "We have grown up with his movies, so seeing him change is just a reminder of how much time has passed. Still a legend regardless of how much his appearance or voice changes," they said. Meanwhile, one internet user cut through all of it with the most grounded take of the week: "He just grew his hair out and is getting older. Y'all gotta chill."
