Jack Nicholson is a highly acclaimed and now-retired American actor and filmmaker, celebrated for his portrayals of rebellious characters. His career spanned five decades, during which he earned widespread recognition as one of the greatest actors of the 20th century. He has received numerous awards, including three Academy Awards, three British Academy Film Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, and a Grammy Award, solidifying his legacy in the film industry.
In 1909, Donald Furcillo (stage name Donald Rose), who married June Frances Nicholson in 1936, was born. He was an Italian-American showman.
In 1918, June Frances Nicholson, Jack Nicholson's mother, was born. She was a showgirl and used the stage name June Nilson.
In 1936, June Frances Nicholson married Italian-American showman Donald Furcillo (stage name Donald Rose), before discovering he was already married.
On April 22, 1937, John Joseph Nicholson was born in Neptune City, New Jersey. He later became a celebrated actor and filmmaker known for his rebellious roles.
In 1950, at the age of 13, Nicholson first came to California and took a job as an office worker for animation directors William Hanna and Joseph Barbera at the MGM cartoon studio.
In 1954, Jack Nicholson, known as 'Nick' to his high school friends, was voted 'Class Clown' by the Class of 1954 at Manasquan High School. He was in detention every day for a whole school year.
On May 5, 1955, Nicholson had his first day as a working actor on "Tales of Wells Fargo", a date he considered lucky because 5 was the jersey number of his boyhood idol, Joe DiMaggio.
In 1957, Nicholson joined the California Air National Guard, a move he sometimes characterized as an effort to 'dodge the draft'.
In 1958, Nicholson made his film debut in the low-budget teen drama "The Cry Baby Killer", playing the title role.
In 1960, Nicholson starred as a rebellious dirt-track race driver in the film "The Wild Ride".
During the Berlin Crisis of 1961, Nicholson was called up for several months of extended active duty with the California Air National Guard.
In 1962, Jack Nicholson married Sandra Knight, his co-star in the movie "The Terror".
In 1962, Nicholson was discharged from the California Air National Guard at the end of his enlistment.
On September 13, 1963, Jack Nicholson's daughter, Jennifer, was born to him and his then-wife, Sandra Knight.
In 1963, Jack Nicholson's mother passed away before he discovered she was actually his mother.
In 1963, June Frances Nicholson, Jack Nicholson's mother, passed away.
In 1966, Jack Nicholson and Sandra Knight separated, though their divorce was not finalized until 1968.
In 1967, Nicholson wrote the screenplay for the counterculture film "The Trip", directed by Roger Corman, starring Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper, marking his first real taste of writing success.
In 1968, Jack Nicholson's marriage to Sandra Knight officially ended after they had separated in 1966.
In 1969, Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Easy Rider", marking a significant milestone in his career.
In 1969, Nicholson's big acting break came with the role of alcoholic lawyer George Hanson in "Easy Rider", earning him his first Oscar nomination and elevating him to a counter-culture hero.
On September 26, 1970, Susan Anspach gave birth to a son named Caleb, whose legal father was Mark Goddard. Anspach claimed that Jack Nicholson was Caleb's biological father.
In 1970, Jack Nicholson became a season ticket holder for the Los Angeles Lakers, securing courtside seats at both The Forum and Staples Center.
In 1970, Jack Nicholson's grandmother passed away before he discovered his true parentage.
In 1970, Nicholson appeared in the film adaptation of "On a Clear Day You Can See Forever", although most of his performance was cut.
In 1970, Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his performance in "Five Easy Pieces", further establishing his reputation as a talented actor.
In 1970, Nicholson starred in "Five Easy Pieces" alongside Karen Black, a role that defined his persona. Both Nicholson and Black were nominated for Academy Awards for their performances.
In 1971, Jack Nicholson began a relationship with singer Michelle Phillips, who was previously married to his friend Dennis Hopper. During their relationship, Phillips suffered a miscarriage.
In 1971, Nicholson played a notable role in "Carnal Knowledge", a comedy-drama directed by Mike Nichols.
In 1972, Jack Nicholson continued his relationship with singer Michelle Phillips. The relationship ultimately ended after about a year.
In 1972, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
In 1972, Jack Nicholson supported George McGovern in the presidential election, aligning himself with the Democratic candidate.
In 1973, Jack Nicholson began his longest relationship with actress Anjelica Huston, which would last until 1990.
In 1973, Nicholson starred in Hal Ashby's "The Last Detail", alongside Randy Quaid, for which he won Best Actor at the Cannes Film Festival and received nominations for an Oscar and a Golden Globe.
In 1974, Nicholson received Oscar nominations for his performances in "The Last Detail" and "Chinatown", showcasing his versatility as an actor.
In 1974, Nicholson starred in Roman Polanski's noir thriller "Chinatown", receiving another Academy Award nomination for his role as Jake Gittes.
In 1974, Time magazine researchers informed Nicholson that his 'sister,' June, was actually his mother, and his other 'sister,' Lorraine, was really his aunt.
In 1975, Jack Nicholson also starred in Michelangelo Antonioni's 'The Passenger', playing journalist David Locke who assumes a dead man's identity, only to find that he was a weapons smuggler. Nicholson thought so highly of the film that he bought the world rights and recorded a reminiscence of working with Antonioni.
In 1975, Jack Nicholson starred as Randle P. McMurphy in 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest', a film adaptation of Ken Kesey's novel. Nicholson played an anti-authoritarian patient in a mental hospital, becoming an inspiring leader. The role earned him his first Academy Award for Best Actor.
In 1975, Nicholson won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Randle McMurphy in the film "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest".
In 1976, Jack Nicholson took a less sympathetic role in Arthur Penn's western 'The Missouri Breaks' specifically to work with Marlon Brando. Nicholson was inspired by Brando's acting ability, having idolized him since his youth.
In 1977, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
In 1977, Roman Polanski was arrested at Nicholson's home for the sexual assault of 13-year-old Samantha Geimer. Nicholson was out of town at the time.
In 1978, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
In 1978, Nicholson directed the film "Goin' South", marking one of his directorial efforts.
In 1980, Jack Nicholson starred as writer Jack Torrance in Stanley Kubrick's adaptation of Stephen King's 'The Shining'. Nicholson drew upon his own experiences as a writer and slept short hours to remain in an agitated state for the role. He improvised the famous "Here's Johnny!" line.
In 1981, Jack Nicholson played Eugene O'Neill in the film Reds, and identified with his Irish heritage.
In 1981, Jack Nicholson starred in 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' and 'Reds', where he portrayed writer Eugene O'Neill.
In 1981, Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in the film "Reds".
On January 26, 1982, Jack Nicholson's daughter, Honey Hollman, was born to Danish model Winnie Hollman.
In 1982, Jack Nicholson starred in 'The Border' as an immigration enforcement agent directed by Tony Richardson. He was instructed to portray his role less expressively than in previous roles and to wear reflecting sunglasses.
In 1983, Jack Nicholson won his second Oscar, an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, for his role as retired astronaut Garrett Breedlove in 'Terms of Endearment'. His scenes with Shirley MacLaine were particularly noted for giving the film its "buoyant edge".
In 1983, Nicholson won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for playing an aging playboy in the film "Terms of Endearment".
In 1984, Jack Nicholson expressed doubt regarding Susan Anspach's claim that he was the biological father of her son, Caleb.
In 1985, Jack Nicholson starred in 'Prizzi's Honor', directed by John Huston. Huston praised Nicholson's performance, stating that he illuminated the book.
In 1985, Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his performance in "Prizzi's Honor".
In 1986, Jack Nicholson starred in 'Heartburn'.
In 1987, Jack Nicholson starred in 'The Witches of Eastwick', 'Broadcast News', and 'Ironweed'. He received Oscar nominations for 'Ironweed'.
In 1987, Nicholson played a notable role in "Broadcast News", a romantic comedy-drama film.
In 1987, Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Ironweed", adding to his list of critically acclaimed performances.
In 1988, Jack Nicholson voiced his support for Michael Dukakis in the presidential election.
In 1989, Jack Nicholson played the Joker in the 'Batman' movie. The film was a smash hit and earned him an estimated $60 to $90 million from a percentage of the box office gross. Nicholson stated that he was "particularly proud" of his performance and considered it a piece of pop art.
In 1989, Nicholson played a notable role in "Batman", a superhero film directed by Tim Burton.
On April 16, 1990, Jack Nicholson's daughter, Lorraine, was born to him and Rebecca Broussard.
In 1990, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
In 1990, Jack Nicholson's on-again, off-again relationship with Anjelica Huston ended, amidst news of Rebecca Broussard's pregnancy with Nicholson's child.
In 1990, Nicholson directed the film "The Two Jakes", adding to his directorial credits.
On February 20, 1992, Jack Nicholson's son, Raymond, was born to him and Rebecca Broussard.
In 1992, Jack Nicholson received another Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Col. Nathan R. Jessup in 'A Few Good Men'. His performance was described as "spellbinding" and portraying "the essence of the quintessential military mindset".
In 1992, Jack Nicholson was nominated for Razzie Awards as worst actor for 'Man Trouble' and 'Hoffa'. However, his performance in Hoffa also earned him a Golden Globe nomination.
In 1992, Nicholson played a notable role in "Hoffa", a biographical crime drama film.
In 1992, Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his performance in "A Few Good Men".
In a 1992 Vanity Fair interview, Jack Nicholson stated that he no longer believes in God, but envies those who have faith and find it soothing.
In 1993, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
On February 8, 1994, Jack Nicholson allegedly attacked Robert Blank's Mercedes-Benz with a golf club after a traffic dispute in North Hollywood. Charges were later dropped after Nicholson apologized and reached a settlement.
On August 15, 1994, Jack Nicholson reportedly had a daughter, Tessa, with waitress Jeannine Gourin; however, he has never publicly acknowledged her as his child.
In 1994, Nicholson was honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award, recognizing his significant contributions to cinema.
In 1995, artist Edward Ruscha commented that Jack Nicholson has "one of the best collections out here" referring to his collection of 20th-century and contemporary paintings.
In 1996, Caleb Anspach stated that Jack Nicholson had privately acknowledged him as his son.
In 1996, Jack Nicholson collaborated with Tim Burton on 'Mars Attacks!', playing two characters: President James Dale and Art Land.
In 1996, a lawsuit was filed against Jack Nicholson by Catherine Sheehan, alleging assault after a dispute over payment for sex. Sheehan received a settlement, but the case was eventually dismissed.
In 1997, Donald Furcillo (stage name Donald Rose), who married June Frances Nicholson, passed away.
In 1997, Jack Nicholson won his Academy Award for Best Actor in 'As Good as It Gets', playing Melvin Udall, a novelist with obsessive-compulsive disorder. The film was a box-office success, grossing $314 million.
In 1998, Jack Nicholson publicly acknowledged Caleb Anspach as his son and stated that they had a good relationship.
In 1999, Nicholson received the Cecil B. DeMille Award, celebrating his outstanding achievements in the entertainment industry.
In 1999, it was discovered that producer Lou Adler is the biological father of Honey Hollman, though she maintains a relationship with Jack Nicholson.
In 2000, Jack Nicholson and actress Lara Flynn Boyle initially ended their relationship, later reuniting.
In 2001, Jack Nicholson received the Stanislavsky Award at the 23rd Moscow International Film Festival. That same year, he starred in 'The Pledge', playing a retired police detective.
In 2001, Nicholson was awarded the Kennedy Center Honor, acknowledging his lifetime contributions to American culture through the performing arts.
In 2002, Jack Nicholson acted in Alexander Payne's 'About Schmidt', playing a retired actuary. His performance earned him nominations for several awards.
In 2002, Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "About Schmidt", continuing his streak of acclaimed performances.
In May 2003, Jack Nicholson nearly got ejected from a Lakers playoff game for yelling at a referee.
In 2003, Jack Nicholson played an aggressive therapist in 'Anger Management', alongside Adam Sandler.
In 2003, Jack Nicholson starred in 'Something's Gotta Give', a romantic comedy directed by Nancy Meyers, playing an aging playboy. He was nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance.
In 2003, Jack Nicholson's friendship with Hunter S. Thompson was described in Thompson's autobiography, Kingdom of Fear.
In 2003, Nicholson played roles in both "Anger Management" and "Something's Gotta Give", showcasing his versatility in comedy and romantic comedy genres.
After Marlon Brando's death in 2004, Jack Nicholson purchased Brando's bungalow on Mulholland Drive for $6.1 million with plans to demolish it due to its derelict state and mold issues.
In 2004, Jack Nicholson and Lara Flynn Boyle permanently ended their relationship. Afterwards, Nicholson was linked to Kate Moss.
In 2004, Nicholson attended his 50-year high school reunion accompanied by his aunt Lorraine.
After Hunter S. Thompson died in 2005, Jack Nicholson, along with Johnny Depp, John Cusack, and Sean Penn, attended Thompson's private memorial service in Colorado.
In 2006, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
In 2006, Jack Nicholson starred in Martin Scorsese's 'The Departed', playing Frank Costello, a Boston Irish Mob boss. The role earned him critical praise and a Golden Globe nomination.
In 2006, Jack Nicholson was in a relationship with actress Paz de la Huerta.
In 2007, Jack Nicholson co-starred with Morgan Freeman in Rob Reiner's 'The Bucket List', portraying a dying man fulfilling his goals. He researched the role by visiting a hospital.
In 2007, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
In May 2008, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and First Lady Maria Shriver announced that Jack Nicholson would be inducted into the California Hall of Fame.
On December 15, 2008, Jack Nicholson was inducted into the California Hall of Fame, alongside 11 other Californians, at a ceremony held at The California Museum in Sacramento.
In 2008, Jack Nicholson supported Hillary Clinton in her bid for the presidency.
In 2010, Jack Nicholson played a supporting role in the film 'How Do You Know'.
In 2010, Jack Nicholson was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame, recognizing his contributions and achievements.
In 2010, Nicholson starred in "How Do You Know" and subsequently retired from acting, marking the end of his on-screen performances.
In 2011, Jack Nicholson received an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree from Brown University at its 243rd commencement ceremony. Brown University's president, Ruth Simmons, hailed him as "the most skilled actor of our lifetime".
In September 2013, Jack Nicholson stated in a Vanity Fair article that he did not consider himself retired, but was less driven to "be out there anymore".
In 2013, Jack Nicholson co-presented the Academy Award for Best Picture with First Lady Michelle Obama, marking the eighth time he presented the award.
On February 15, 2015, Jack Nicholson made a special appearance as a presenter on SNL 40, the 40th anniversary special of Saturday Night Live.
On June 3, 2016, after the death of Muhammad Ali, Jack Nicholson appeared on HBO's 'The Fight Game with Jim Lampley' for an interview about his friendship with Ali.
In 2017, Jack Nicholson was reported to be starring in an English-language remake of Toni Erdmann opposite Kristen Wiig, but the project was later abandoned.
In 2018, Jack Nicholson had previously been approached to appear in Steven Spielberg's science-fiction film Ready Player One, but he declined.
In October 2019, with the release of 'The Shining' sequel 'Doctor Sleep', director Mike Flanagan revealed he approached Jack Nicholson for a cameo appearance, but Nicholson declined.
In January 2020, following the death of Kobe Bryant, Jack Nicholson gave a rare phone interview to KCBS-TV expressing his grief.
In 2020, Jack Nicholson supported Bernie Sanders in his campaign for the U.S. presidency.
By 2021, Jack Nicholson had significantly reduced his public appearances, including his regular attendance at Lakers games.
On November 2, 2023, record producer Lou Adler mentioned on Marc Maron's podcast that Nicholson had unofficially retired from acting and prefers a quiet life, enjoying reading and eating as he pleases.
As of 2023, Jack Nicholson's last film role remains 'How Do You Know', bringing his filmography to 80 films.
In 2023, Jack Nicholson attended a Lakers playoff game, marking his first appearance at a Lakers game in nearly two years.
On February 16, 2025, Jack Nicholson made a rare appearance on the 50th anniversary special of Saturday Night Live (SNL 50), where he introduced Adam Sandler, who performed a tribute song to the show.
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