“The Grinch” opened in cinemas 21 years ago and became a Christmas classic. But what became of the many stars like Jim Carrey?
“The Grinch” is one of those Christmas films that are always beautiful every year. There are of course already broadcast dates for television for 2021 and in general the holiday program is well filled this year. But what became of the actors in the film, which can currently also be streamed on Netflix?
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Jim Carrey
Where’s Jim Carrey anyway? In the 90s and 00s, the film star was an indispensable part of any comedy, back then with a lot of over-acting and facial fairs – but still a superstar. He played the eponymous Grinch in exactly this style and even after that he continued well with “Bruce Almighty”, “The Yes Man” and “Disney’s A Christmas Story”.
Around 2013 it suddenly became quiet about Carrey, who reinvented himself a little. He has always had a talent for tragic roles such as “Forget mine not!” and “I love you Phillip Morris”. In 2018 his own dramedy series “Kidding” came out, which had two highly acclaimed seasons, but was eventually canceled. Most recently he played the major role of Sonic’s opponent Dr. Robotnik.
Taylor Momsen
The sweet Cindy Lou warms the heart of the Grinch and just as cute was the actress Taylor Momsen, who was then seven years old. After that, things didn’t go bad for her either. She starred in the 2007 Gus Van Sant film “Paranoid Park” and got a leading role in the series “Gossip Girl” as Jenny Humphrey. During the fourth season, however, she played less and less and finally announced her retirement as an actress. For this she devoted herself to her alternative grunge band “The Pretty Reckless”.
Jeffrey Tambor
Jeffrey Tambor was a successful actor even before he played the Mayor of WhoVille, who wanted to marry the beloved Marthay May Whovier right under the nose of the Grinch. He’s a Hollywood star and has appeared in all of the “Hangover” films and two “Hellboy” movies.
Without competition, however, are his appearances as George Bluth in the award-winning comedy series “Arrested Development” or his captivating lead role in “Transparent” as Maura Pfefferman, who was previously called Mort Pfefferman. He received several awards for the transgender role, but lost them when several women accused him of sexual harassment. He denied the allegations again and again, but admitted that he had been struggling with anger problems for a long time.
Christine Baranski
She was the Grinch’s great love: Martha May Whovier, played by Christine Baranski. Things went pretty well for her after the film too. In addition to roles in the musical films “Chicago” or “Into the Woods”, it is above all a role in which Baranski excels. From 2009 to 2016 in the supporting role as Diane Lockhart in the series “Good Wife”, she became the main character in the offshoot “The Good Fight” from 2017, a series that received many awards, also thanks to its performance, and almost everyday politics – Done in the US as a fictional series.
Bill Irwin
The cute Cindy Lou’s father, Lou Lou Who, works in the post office and comes to his senses in “The Grinch”. At first stressed by Christmas, he ends up thinking about what is important. Nicely played by Bill Irwin. He then had roles in various films. Among other things in the fantasy flick “The Girl from the Water” or as the father of the main character Kym in “Rachel’s Wedding”. He has also appeared in series such as “CSI” or “Monday Mornings” since the “Grinch”. Even if Irwin was no longer a big hit, he easily shoots a film every year (cinema or television) and has appearances in several series. That’s how it works.
The contribution “” The Grinch “: After 21 Years – What Are the Stars Doing Today?” first appeared on tvspielfim.de and was supplemented by CHIP authors with further information.