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Jim Carrey Explained Why He Returned For Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Despite Previous Retirement Comments, And One Of His Reasons Is Hilariously Relatable

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Beloved actor Jim Carrey reverses his retirement plans to reprise iconic Sonic villain Eggman, citing a relatable reason behind his comeback.
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  • Carrey previously announced he was likely retiring from acting, but has now returned to play both Eggman and the villain's grandfather in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, one of the last major movie releases of 2024.
  • According to Carrey, one of the reasons he decided to make a comeback for the Sonic threequel is that he was 'bored' and craving the creative stimulation of getting back into character - a sentiment many actors and artists can likely empathize with.
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