Steven Brent "Steve" Oedekerk (born November 27, 1961) is an American comedian, director, editor, producer, screenwriter and actor. Oedekerk is best known for his works with actor Jim Carrey and director Tom Shadyac. He starred in the Ace Ventura franchise, on "Thumbmation" shorts and his movie Kung Pow: Enter the Fist (2002).