Jim Carrey ‘sad’ over clone rumors after César Awards appearance

Clone rumors spark debate over Jim Carrey’s César Awards appearance

Jim Carrey is reportedly frustrated after online rumors suggested he sent a body double to accept his honorary award at the César Awards, with fans questioning his appearance and fueling conspiracy theories about a “clone.”

The actor attended the ceremony in Paris to receive an honorary distinction, but social media quickly erupted with speculation after viewers described his look as “puffy,” “strange,” or “unrecognizable.”

Some users claimed differences in facial features and even pointed to details such as perceived eye color changes and the fact that he signed autographs with his right hand despite reports that he is left-handed.

According to reports, insiders say Carrey is not upset because people criticized his appearance, but because he believes the accusations that he used a body double are unfounded. A source told media outlets that he finds it frustrating that some people genuinely think he did not attend the event in person.

Representatives for both the actor and the awards ceremony have confirmed that Carrey was present at the event. Officials stated that his appearance had been planned in advance, and that he personally prepared and delivered his speech in French. Organizers also noted that he attended with family members and friends.

The speculation gained further traction after a drag artist claimed online to have impersonated the actor at the event, sharing photos that fueled discussion. However, some of those images were later flagged as digitally altered.

For now, officials maintain that it was indeed Carrey on stage, accepting his honor in person.