Fans are curious to delve deep into the special bond between Ariana Grande and Jim Carrey. This year, Grande had two main projects: Wicked, and her seventh album, Eternal Sunshine. It appears that her 2024 album was reportedly inspired by Carrey’s 2004 movie. In addition, she has spoken about the actor on various occasions.
So, here’s all you need to know about Grande and Carrey’s relationship.
Are Ariana Grande and Jim Carrey friends?
Ariana Grande and Jim Carrey are friends. Plus, he was her childhood crush too.
The “Positions” singer once revealed that she is a huge fan of Carrey on her Instagram Story. She shared an anecdote that showed her love for Carrey, revealing that she’d once named her AIM ID “jimcarreyfan42” (via PopCrush).
The singer continued to showcase her admiration for the artist by getting a tattoo of an iconic line from The Truman Show, starring Carrey. She and her best friend, Courtney Chipolone got matching tattoos that read, “In case I don’t see ya good afternoon good evening, and good night!” (via E! News).
Another example of Grande fangirling The Mask actor was recently when she dropped her latest album, Eternal Sunshine. The album’s name, though shortened, was inspired by Carrey’s acclaimed 2004 film, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. She debuted the album four days before the film’s original release date, this year. All these instances showcase how Grande has a genuine admiration for not just Carrey as an individual but also for his work as an actor.
Luckily, she also received a chance to work with him on the Showtime dramedy Kidding in 2020. Detailing her starstruck moment on Instagram, she wrote, “Nothing is crazier than getting to work with and spend time with someone whom you’ve idolized and adored since before you could speak.” She further added, “Actually, what’s even crazier is discovering that person to be more special and warm and generous in person than you ever could’ve imagined” (via ABC).
Additionally, Carrey also had nothing but just appreciation for the Wicked star, following her appearance in the Showtime show. He praised her singing talent, which he described as “magical” during his Showtime Television Critics Association tour (via Metro).
