Jim Carrey / How the Grinch Stole Christmas:
Jim Carrey’s remarkable commitment to his role as the Grinch in How the Grinch Stole Christmas was astonishing. The makeup team, led by Richard Baker, underwent an extensive process to transform Carrey into the iconic character. First, they diligently prepared Carrey’s face to ensure the prosthetics would adhere properly. Then, the complex transformation began with prosthetics and a green base layer, laying the foundation for the Grinch’s distinctive appearance.
They added further yellow and purple shades to create depth and bring the Grinch to life. To complete the ensemble, they incorporated hairpieces to give him a furry and festive look. Carrey’s dedication to this role, combined with the meticulous work of the makeup team, resulted in a Grinch who was both whimsically true to Dr. Seuss’s creation and uniquely Carrey-esque. The effort put into Carrey’s transformation demonstrated the extraordinary lengths taken to pursue cinematic excellence.
