Jim Carrey’s “clone” conspiracy theory has taken an unexpected turn.
After the 64-year-old actor debuted a new look while accepting an honorary award in Paris on Feb. 26, makeup artist and drag performer Alexis Stone claimed on Instagram that he — not Carrey — was behind the look, sparking viral speculation.
“Alexis Stone as Jim Carrey in Paris,” Stone wrote alongside event photos and images of what appeared to be a prosthetic mask, false teeth and a dark wig styled like the actor’s sleek black hair from the ceremony. Additional posts showed the materials laid out in a Paris hotel room, as well as what appeared to be a cast of the comedian’s head.
But the photographs appear AI-generated, as many viewers have pointed out.
Stone, the alias of British artist Elliot Joseph Rentz, is known for hyper-realistic celebrity transformations, having previously recreated Glenn Close, Anna Wintour and Donatella Versace.
Carrey was photographed extensively throughout the evening, giving a lively acceptance speech entirely in French, complete with his signature animated facial expression — something observers noted would be difficult to pull off in a full prosthetic mask.
While some suspect Stone is playfully passionate about the conspiracy, the ambiguity has left others confused. “I can’t handle any more stress right now, I need to know if this is real,” one commenter wrote. Another added: “I need the real Jim Carrey to confirm,” while a third demanded: “Nah, we need more proof. Show us some video footage of the process.”
