November 15th 2024.
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Rita Carrey's passing. Her husband, Alex, announced earlier today on Facebook that she died on November 14, surrounded by loved ones. Rita, who was 68 years old, was known for her talents as a radio host, singer-songwriter, and, of course, being the older sister of beloved actor Jim Carrey.
Alex's emotional statement about Rita's passing made it clear that she had a profound impact on those around her. He shared that they had been together for 16 years and had only gotten married last year in a beautiful outdoor wedding, fulfilling Rita's long-time dream. They had traveled the world together and made many friends along the way. Rita was not only Alex's best friend and lover, but she also had a loving soul and a desire to help others, even strangers.
As many know, Christmas was Rita's favorite holiday and she had even started a fundraiser to support a local charity. In honor of her memory, a candlelit vigil will be held on December 7 in St. Catharines, where family and friends can come together. Alex also encourages everyone to attend Rita's annual event, Christmas on the Terrace, which supports Gillian's Place, a charity that helps victims of domestic violence. Donations can be made directly to the charity or brought to the event, including non-perishable food, children's clothing, toiletries, or unwrapped gifts for children.
Alex ended his message by saying goodbye to his lover and best friend, promising to never forget the beautiful and talented woman that Rita was. This time last year, Rita shared a memory on Facebook of her late brother John, whom she had spent a lot of time with growing up. Her passing comes just a year after Jim Carrey's brother also passed away at the age of 60 due to a blood condition.
In an interview with The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Jim shared that he wrote his book, Memoirs and Misinformation, in memory of his brother John. He was inspired by John's resilience while living with his condition, saying that he never complained and wore it like a champion. Jim hoped that his brother would live on through his book and that he could share with the world just how special John was to him.
In 2020, Jim announced his plans to retire from acting, wanting to lead a quieter life. He even turned down an offer from Dolly Parton to star in a film about her life, saying that he was serious about retiring. However, he did mention that if the right script came along, he might consider continuing his acting career. But for now, he is content with his quiet life, painting and focusing on his spiritual journey. Jim humbly stated that he has "enough" and that he is "enough," something you may not hear from many celebrities.
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