History Facts & Stories on Instagram: "When Dumb and Dumber was released in 1994, it became a surprise box-office smash and a defining comedy of the decade — but behind the scenes, the pay gap between its two stars was enormous. Jim Carrey, fresh off the success of Ace Ventura: Pet Detective and The Mask earlier that same year, was Hollywood’s hottest new comedic actor. His explosive rise made him one of the most sought-after stars in the business, and as a result, he commanded a $7 million sala