Jim Carrey and Taylor Momsen Just Gave Us 'The Grinch' Reunion We Didn't Know We Needed

In a heartwarming turn of events, the festive season was brightened by the reunion of Jim Carrey and Taylor Momsen, who shared the screen in the beloved 2000 holiday classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas. This marks their first public appearance together in a remarkable 25 years.

Their appearance at the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on 8 November in Los Angeles provided an unexpectedly touching moment filled with nostalgia.

Carrey, now 63, and Momsen, now 32, posed together in the press room at the Peacock Theatre, celebrating a remarkable 25 years since their days filming in Whoville.

Their reunion went beyond a simple photo opportunity as it also represented the lasting influence of a film that continues to be part of many families' holiday traditions.

The Grinch: Where Their Paths Began

In a recent interview with People, Momsen opened up about her experience working alongside Carrey when she was only 5 years old in the role of Cindy-Lou Who. She described Carrey as 'very protective of me ... always very kind,' adding that filming the movie, 'even in all the makeup, was just wonderful.'

She reflected further on the permanent mark the star made: 'As a young person watching an artist at work and taking their craft so seriously, that left a really powerful, lasting impact on me as an adult now. And I'm excited to be able to tell him that as a grownup.'

In a fascinating revelation, Momsen shared a quirky childhood story when she failed to recognise Carrey on set due to the extensive prosthetics he wore as the Grinch and only realising who he was at the premiere.

Her comments emphasised the significant nature of that initial experience, which she claims continues to influence her as a musician and performer today.

From Whoville to Today: Their Shared Journey

The 2000 adaptation of the classic Dr Seuss story was directed by Ron Howard. Carrey was in the lead role of the Grinch, alongside Momsen as the innocent Whoville child who transforms his heart.

The film became a commercial success and cemented its place in holiday film legacy. Carrey's dedication to the role, especially undergoing hours of prosthetic makeup and transformation, received a lot of attention.

Momsen's involvement, though playing a small role at such a young age, proved memorable. Years later, she acknowledged that the experience played an essential part in igniting her passion for music and performance.

Their reunion at a rock-and-roll milestone event underscores how far both their careers have taken since that film. Carrey has moved through comedy, drama and voice work, while Momsen has become frontwoman of the rock band The Pretty Reckless—a change she attributes to the subtle influence of the Grinch.

Carrey and Momsen may not have planned this reunion as part of a promotional campaign or sequel reveal, but it resonates nonetheless. This reflects the evolution of time, the lasting value of connections, and how initial experiences influence future journeys.

For enthusiasts of the film and its stars, witnessing the reunion of those two figures served as more than just a fleeting moment; it carried a subtle meaning in a narrative that continues to develop.