Jim Carrey recently reunited with his How the Grinch Stole Christmas co-star Taylor Momsen at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony 25 years after the film’s release, reports New York PostMomsen, 32, played Cindy Lou Who in the 2000 film directed by Ron Howard.
The Grinch meets Cindy Lou Who
Taylor Momsen was seven years old when How the Grinch Stole Christmas premiered in theaters across the United States. According to the NY Post, Carrey told reporters, “We haven’t seen each other since the Grinch.” “25 years!” Momsen, frontwoman of the rock band The Pretty Reckless, added.
Jim Carrey, 63, and Taylor Momsen, 32, also posed for photos at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles for the 40th anniversary celebration.
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Jim Carrey was ‘protective’ of Taylor Momsen
Taylor Momsen describes her experience working with Jim Carrey in How the Grinch Stole Christmas call her daddy Recent Podcast. “I didn’t know who Jim was until the premiere [of ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’],” Momsen said. “Somebody had to point it at me and say, ‘That’s Jim,’ and I went, ‘Oh, Jim,'” she recalled.
While many children were scared of Carrey’s Grinch, Momsen said she never found him scary. On the contrary, the Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind star was very fond of her on the set.
“He was never scary to me. For me, it was always the gym, and he was always in makeup. He was very protective of me,” Momsen said on the podcast. “He was super kind, super funny, super animated, absolutely wonderful,” according to the NY Post.
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Jim Carrey on playing the Grinch
Jim Carrey has played many unforgettable characters in his career. However, when it comes to Christmas movies, Carrey’s performance as the Grinch holds a special place in people’s hearts. The Mask actor previously said that How the Grinch Stole Christmas was “a lucky thing in my life.” He said that he is happy that over time it has become one of the most loved Christmas films.
“When it comes out every year, I’m really happy with it,” Carrey said in 2024, according to the NY Post.
questions to ask
What role did Taylor Momsen play in the 2000 film How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
Taylor Momsen played the role of Cindy Lou Who in the 2000 film How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
How old was Taylor Momsen when How the Grinch Stole Christmas premiered?
Taylor Momsen was seven years old at the time of the premiere of How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
What does Taylor Momsen do now?
Taylor Momsen is currently the frontwoman of the rock band The Pretty Reckless.