Jim Carrey made his first public appearance with girlfriend Min Ah on February 26, 2026, attending the 51st César Awards in Paris, where the actor received an honorary award and delivered a heartfelt speech in French that included a public declaration of love for his partner.

The 64-year-old Canadian-American star walked the red carpet at L’Olympia alongside Min Ah, his daughter Jane Erin Carrey, 38, and grandson Jackson Riley Santana. Carrey, known for keeping his personal life private, used his acceptance speech for the Honorary César — recognizing his contributions to cinema — to thank his family and openly acknowledge Min Ah.

“Thank you to my sublime companion, Min Ah. I love you, Min Ah,” Carrey said in French, prompting applause from the audience. He also expressed gratitude to his daughter and grandson, saying, “Thank you to my wonderful family, my daughter Jane, and my grandson Jackson, as I love you now and forever.” The actor closed by honoring his late father, Percy Joseph Carrey, calling him “the funniest man I have ever known” who taught him “the value of love, generosity and laughter.”

The moment marked the couple’s official public debut after years of private dating. Sources close to Carrey confirmed the pair have been together for several years, with earlier sightings dating back to February 2022 when they were photographed leaving a charity comedy event hosted by Judd Apatow at Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles. At that time, outlets identified Min Ah — sometimes referred to as Minzi — as a Los Angeles-area actress and artist.

Details about Min Ah remain limited, as she has maintained a low public profile. Reports describe her as a creative professional in the arts, though she has not appeared in major acting credits or maintained a visible social media presence tied to the relationship. Carrey has rarely discussed his romantic life since his previous high-profile relationships, including his marriage to Melissa Womer (1987-1995) and Lauren Holly (1996-1997), as well as his engagement to Cathriona White, who died in 2015.

The César appearance comes amid Carrey’s selective return to public life. The comedian and actor, whose career spans iconic roles in films like *Ace Ventura: Pet Detective*, *The Mask*, *Dumb and Dumber* and *Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind*, has stepped back from Hollywood in recent years to focus on painting, writing and personal reflection. He last starred in the 2020 film *Sonic the Hedgehog* and its 2022 sequel, voicing Dr. Robotnik.

Fans and media reacted swiftly to the rare glimpse into Carrey’s personal life. Social media buzzed with support for the couple, with many praising Carrey’s fluent French delivery and emotional sincerity. “Jim Carrey speaking French and shouting out his love — iconic,” one user posted on X. Others noted the significance of the moment for a star who has often guarded his privacy, especially after past tragedies and public scrutiny.

The César Awards, France’s equivalent of the Oscars, honored Carrey for his global impact on comedy and film. His speech reflected on his French-Canadian heritage, joking about his accent while expressing gratitude for the recognition. The event drew a star-studded crowd, with Carrey’s family presence adding a personal touch to the professional milestone.

Carrey and Min Ah’s relationship has drawn curiosity due to the actor’s relatively quiet dating history in recent years. No wedding plans or further details have been shared, and representatives for Carrey declined to comment beyond the public appearance.

As Carrey continues selective projects and artistic pursuits, the Paris outing highlights a more open chapter, blending his storied career with a private romance now shared publicly for the first time.