History of Jack Nicholson in Timeline
Jack Nicholson is a highly acclaimed, now-retired American actor and filmmaker, celebrated as one of the greatest actors of the 20th century. Known for portraying rebellious characters, he enjoyed a career spanning five decades. His performances garnered numerous awards, including three Academy Awards, three British Academy Film Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, and a Grammy Award, solidifying his place as a screen icon.
1909: Birth of Donald Furcillo
In 1909, Donald Furcillo, who went by the stage name Donald Rose and married Jack Nicholson's mother, was born. He was an Italian-American showman.
1918: Birth of June Frances Nicholson
In 1918, June Frances Nicholson, Jack Nicholson's mother, was born. She was a showgirl and went by the stage name June Nilson.
1936: Marriage of June Nicholson and Donald Furcillo
In 1936, June Nicholson (later known as June Nilson), Jack Nicholson's mother, married Donald Furcillo (Donald Rose) before realizing he was already married.
April 22, 1937: John Joseph Nicholson Born
On April 22, 1937, John Joseph Nicholson was born in Neptune City, New Jersey. He would later become a celebrated actor and filmmaker known for playing rebellious characters.
1950: First Visit to California and MGM Job Offer
In 1950, at age 13, Jack Nicholson first visited California and took a job as an office worker at the MGM cartoon studio. He declined an entry-level animator job, desiring to become an actor.
1954: Voted Class Clown
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 also in detention every day for a whole school year.
May 5, 1955: First Day as a Working Actor
On May 5, 1955, Jack Nicholson had his first day as a working actor on "Tales of Wells Fargo", considering it lucky as 5 was his boyhood idol Joe DiMaggio's jersey number.
1957: Joined California Air National Guard
In 1957, Jack Nicholson joined the California Air National Guard, a move he sometimes described as an effort to "dodge the draft" during the Korean War era.
1958: Film Debut in The Cry Baby Killer
In 1958, Jack Nicholson made his film debut in the low-budget teen drama "The Cry Baby Killer", playing the title role, beginning his acting career.
1960: Starred in The Wild Ride
In 1960, Jack Nicholson starred as a rebellious dirt-track race driver in the film "The Wild Ride", continuing his early film career.
1961: Extended Active Duty During Berlin Crisis
During the Berlin Crisis of 1961, Jack Nicholson was called up for several months of extended active duty while serving in the California Air National Guard.
1962: Marriage to Sandra Knight
In 1962, Jack Nicholson married Sandra Knight, his co-star in 'The Terror'.
1962: Discharge from Air National Guard
In 1962, Jack Nicholson was discharged from the California Air National Guard at the end of his enlistment, concluding his military service.
September 13, 1963: Birth of Daughter Jennifer
On September 13, 1963, Jack Nicholson's daughter, Jennifer, was born from his marriage with Sandra Knight.
1963: Death of Mother
In 1963, Jack Nicholson's mother passed away, further complicating his family situation before he discovered his true parentage in 1974.
1963: Death of June Frances Nicholson
In 1963, June Frances Nicholson, Jack Nicholson's mother, passed away. She was a showgirl known as June Nilson.
1966: Separation from Sandra Knight
In 1966, Jack Nicholson and Sandra Knight separated, although their divorce was finalized in 1968.
1967: Screenplay for The Trip
In 1967, Jack Nicholson gained writing success with the screenplay for the counterculture film "The Trip", directed by Roger Corman, starring Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper.
1968: Divorce from Sandra Knight
In 1968, Jack Nicholson's marriage to Sandra Knight officially ended, although they had separated in 1966.
1969: Oscar Nomination for Easy Rider
In 1969, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Easy Rider", marking a significant recognition early in his career.
1969: Breakthrough Role in Easy Rider
In 1969, Jack Nicholson's acting career took off with his role as alcoholic lawyer George Hanson in "Easy Rider", earning him his first Oscar nomination and establishing him as a counter-culture icon.
September 26, 1970: Birth of Susan Anspach's son Caleb
On September 26, 1970, Susan Anspach gave birth to her son Caleb, whose legal father was Mark Goddard. Anspach claimed that Nicholson was Caleb's biological father.
1970: Appearance in On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
In 1970, Jack Nicholson appeared in the film adaptation of "On a Clear Day You Can See Forever", although most of his performance was cut from the final version.
1970: Lakers Season Ticket Holder
In 1970, Jack Nicholson became a Los Angeles Lakers season ticket holder and held courtside seats next to the opponent's benches at The Forum and Staples Center.
1970: Oscar Nomination for Five Easy Pieces
In 1970, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Five Easy Pieces", further establishing him as a prominent actor.
1970: Starring in Five Easy Pieces
In 1970, Jack Nicholson starred in "Five Easy Pieces" alongside Karen Black, playing Bobby Dupea, an oil rig worker. Both were nominated for Academy Awards for their performances.
1970: Death of Grandmother
In 1970, Jack Nicholson's grandmother died, a few years before he learned that she was actually his mother and his "sister" was his mother.
1971: Relationship with Michelle Phillips Begins
In 1971, Jack Nicholson began a relationship with singer Michelle Phillips, the ex-wife of his best friend Dennis Hopper.
1971: Notable Role in Carnal Knowledge
In 1971, Jack Nicholson played a notable role in "Carnal Knowledge", a comedy-drama directed by Mike Nichols.
1972: Presenting Academy Award for Best Picture
In 1972, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture, marking the first of eight times he would present this award.
1972: Support for George McGovern
In 1972, Jack Nicholson, who has called himself a "lifelong Irish Democrat", supported George McGovern in the presidential election.
1972: Michelle Phillips' Miscarriage
In 1972, during Jack Nicholson's relationship with Michelle Phillips, she suffered a miscarriage.
1973: Relationship with Anjelica Huston Begins
In 1973, Jack Nicholson began his longest relationship with actress Anjelica Huston, which lasted until 1990.
1973: Starring in The Last Detail
In 1973, Jack Nicholson starred in Hal Ashby's "The Last Detail", winning Best Actor at the Cannes Film Festival and receiving nominations for an Oscar and a Golden Globe.
1974: Oscar Nominations for The Last Detail and Chinatown
In 1974, Jack Nicholson received Oscar nominations for his performances in both "The Last Detail" and "Chinatown", recognizing his exceptional acting in these films.
1974: Starring in Chinatown
In 1974, Jack Nicholson starred in Roman Polanski's noir thriller "Chinatown", receiving an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role as Jake Gittes.
1974: Discovery of True Parentage
In 1974, Time magazine researchers informed Jack Nicholson that his "sister", June, was actually his mother, and his other "sister", Lorraine, was really his aunt, revealing his true parentage.
1975: Starring in 'The Passenger'
In 1975, Jack Nicholson also starred in Michelangelo Antonioni's 'The Passenger' as journalist David Locke. Nicholson plays a journalist, David Locke, who during an assignment in North Africa decides to quit journalism and disappear by taking on a new hidden identity. The film was well-received, and Nicholson later bought the world rights to it.
1975: Starring in 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest'
In 1975, Jack Nicholson starred as Randle P. McMurphy in 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest', an adaptation of Ken Kesey's novel. His role as an anti-authoritarian patient earned him his first Academy Award for Best Actor.
1975: Academy Award for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
In 1975, Jack Nicholson won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance as Randle McMurphy in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest", marking a significant achievement in his career.
1976: Appearing in 'The Missouri Breaks'
In 1976, Jack Nicholson took a role in Arthur Penn's western 'The Missouri Breaks' specifically to work with Marlon Brando, whom he greatly admired. Nicholson was inspired by Brando's acting ability, recalling watching 'On the Waterfront' numerous times in his youth.
1977: Presenting Academy Award for Best Picture
In 1977, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
1977: Polanski's Arrest at Nicholson's Home
In 1977, Roman Polanski was arrested at Jack Nicholson's home for the sexual assault of a 13-year-old, Samantha Geimer, while Nicholson was away filming.
1978: Directorial Role in Goin' South
In 1978, Jack Nicholson directed the film "Goin' South", showcasing his skills as a director.
1978: Presenting Academy Award for Best Picture
In 1978, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
1980: Starring in 'The Shining'
In 1980, Jack Nicholson starred as 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 help remain in an agitated state during the shoot, and improvised the now-famous 'Here's Johnny!' line.
1981: Oscar Nomination for Reds
In 1981, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his performance in "Reds", adding to his list of acclaimed roles.
1981: Starring in 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' and 'Reds'
In 1981, Jack Nicholson starred in 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' and 'Reds', where he portrayed the writer Eugene O'Neill.
1981: Role in Reds and Irish Identity
In 1981, Jack Nicholson starred in the film "Reds" and identified with his Irish heritage, comparing himself to playwright Eugene O'Neill.
January 26, 1982: Birth of Daughter Honey Hollman
On January 26, 1982, Jack Nicholson's daughter, Honey Hollman, was born to Danish model Winnie Hollman.
1982: Starring in 'The Border'
In 1982, Jack Nicholson starred as an immigration enforcement agent in Tony Richardson's 'The Border'. Richardson wanted Nicholson to play his role less expressively than he had in his earlier roles, and wanted him to wear reflecting sunglasses to portray what patrolmen wore.
1983: Academy Award for Terms of Endearment
In 1983, Jack Nicholson received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of an aging playboy in "Terms of Endearment", showcasing his versatility as an actor.
1983: Winning Oscar for 'Terms of Endearment'
In 1983, Jack Nicholson won his second Oscar, an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, for his role as retired astronaut Garrett Breedlove in James L. Brooks' 'Terms of Endearment'.
1984: Nicholson's Uncertainty About Caleb's Paternity
In 1984, Jack Nicholson stated that he was not convinced that he was the biological father of Susan Anspach's son, Caleb.
1985: Oscar Nomination for Prizzi's Honor
In 1985, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his performance in "Prizzi's Honor", continuing his streak of recognized acting roles.
1985: Starring in 'Prizzi's Honor'
In 1985, Jack Nicholson starred in 'Prizzi's Honor', directed by John Huston.
1986: Role in Heartburn
In 1986, Jack Nicholson appeared in the film "Heartburn", a comedy-drama directed by Mike Nichols.
1987: Role in Broadcast News
In 1987, Jack Nicholson played a role in "Broadcast News", a romantic comedy-drama film.
1987: Oscar Nomination for Ironweed
In 1987, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Ironweed", marking another significant achievement in his career.
1987: Starring in 'The Witches of Eastwick', 'Broadcast News', and 'Ironweed'
In 1987, Jack Nicholson starred in 'The Witches of Eastwick', 'Broadcast News', and 'Ironweed', receiving Oscar nominations for 'Ironweed'.
1988: Support for Michael Dukakis
In 1988, Jack Nicholson supported Michael Dukakis in the presidential election.
1989: Playing the Joker in 'Batman'
In 1989, Jack Nicholson played the Joker in the film 'Batman', which was an international hit and earned him a significant amount of money.
1989: Role in Batman
In 1989, Jack Nicholson portrayed the Joker in Tim Burton's "Batman", a significant role in the superhero film.
April 16, 1990: Birth of Daughter Lorraine
On April 16, 1990, Jack Nicholson's daughter Lorraine was born to Rebecca Broussard.
1990: Directorial Role in The Two Jakes
In 1990, Jack Nicholson directed the film "The Two Jakes", adding to his directorial credits.
1990: Presenting Academy Award for Best Picture
In 1990, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
1990: End of Relationship with Anjelica Huston
In 1990, Jack Nicholson's long-term on-again, off-again relationship with actress Anjelica Huston ended.
February 20, 1992: Birth of Son Raymond
On February 20, 1992, Jack Nicholson's son Raymond was born to Rebecca Broussard.
1992: Oscar Nomination for A Few Good Men
In 1992, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his performance in "A Few Good Men", further solidifying his reputation as a talented actor.
1992: Starring in 'A Few Good Men'
In 1992, Jack Nicholson starred as Col. Nathan R. Jessup in 'A Few Good Men', receiving another Academy Award nomination for his performance. His level of acting experience affected the other actors during rehearsals.
1992: Role in Hoffa
In 1992, Jack Nicholson starred in "Hoffa", a biographical crime drama film.
1992: Starring in 'Man Trouble' and 'Hoffa'
In 1992, Jack Nicholson starred in 'Man Trouble' and 'Hoffa'. His performance in 'Man Trouble' earned him a Razzie Award nomination for Worst Actor, while his performance in 'Hoffa' earned him a Golden Globe nomination.
1992: Nicholson Discusses Faith in Vanity Fair Interview
In a 1992 Vanity Fair interview, Jack Nicholson, who was raised Roman Catholic, stated that he no longer believes in God but admires those who have faith.
1993: Presenting Academy Award for Best Picture
In 1993, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
February 8, 1994: Assault and Vandalism Charges Filed
On February 8, 1994, a criminal complaint stated that Jack Nicholson, then 56, attacked Robert Blank's Mercedes-Benz with a golf club after accusing him of cutting him off in traffic in North Hollywood. Nicholson later apologized and reached an undisclosed settlement with Blank.
August 15, 1994: Reported Birth of Daughter Tessa
On August 15, 1994, Jack Nicholson reportedly had a daughter named Tessa with waitress Jeannine Gourin, though Nicholson has never publicly acknowledged her.
1994: AFI Life Achievement Award
In 1994, Jack Nicholson was honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award, recognizing his significant contributions to the world of cinema.
1995: Edward Ruscha Comments on Nicholson's Art Collection
In 1995, artist Edward Ruscha commented that Jack Nicholson has "one of the best collections out here" of 20th-century and contemporary paintings.
1996: Caleb's Claim of Recognition by Nicholson
In 1996, Caleb, the son of Susan Anspach, claimed that Jack Nicholson had recognized him as his son in private.
1996: Role in Mars Attacks!
In 1996, Jack Nicholson appeared in "Mars Attacks!", a science fiction comedy film directed by Tim Burton.
1996: Lawsuit Alleging Assault by Catherine Sheehan
In 1996, a lawsuit was brought against Jack Nicholson by Catherine Sheehan, alleging that he promised her money for sex and then assaulted her when she asked for it. She received a settlement of about $40,000 but filed another lawsuit arguing that it was insufficient to cover her injuries, including brain trauma. The case was dismissed.
1997: Death of Donald Furcillo
In 1997, Donald Furcillo, also known as Donald Rose, passed away. He had married Jack Nicholson's mother in 1936.
1997: Academy Award for As Good as It Gets
In 1997, Jack Nicholson won his second Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as a man with OCD in "As Good as It Gets", further solidifying his status as a leading actor.
1997: Winning Oscar for 'As Good as It Gets'
In 1997, Jack Nicholson won his third Academy Award for Best Actor in 'As Good as It Gets', where he played Melvin Udall, a novelist with obsessive-compulsive disorder. His Oscar was matched by the Academy Award for Best Actress for Helen Hunt.
1998: Nicholson Publicly Acknowledges Caleb as His Son
By 1998, Jack Nicholson publicly acknowledged Caleb as his son and stated that they had a good relationship.
1999: Cecil B. DeMille Award
In 1999, Jack Nicholson received the Cecil B. DeMille Award, celebrating his outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry.
1999: Discovery of Honey Hollman's Biological Father
In 1999, it was discovered that Honey Hollman's biological father is producer Lou Adler, despite which she maintains a normal father-daughter relationship with Nicholson.
2000: Initial Breakup with Lara Flynn Boyle
In 2000, Jack Nicholson and actress Lara Flynn Boyle initially broke up, after being involved in a relationship since the late 1990s.
2001: Receiving Stanislavsky Award and starring in 'The Pledge'
In 2001, Jack Nicholson received the Stanislavsky Award at the Moscow International Film Festival. In that same year, he starred in 'The Pledge', a mystery drama.
2001: Kennedy Center Honor
In 2001, Jack Nicholson was honored with the Kennedy Center Honor, recognizing his lifetime achievements and contributions to American culture.
2002: Oscar Nomination for About Schmidt
In 2002, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "About Schmidt", continuing his legacy of critically acclaimed performances.
2002: Starring in 'About Schmidt'
In 2002, Jack Nicholson starred in Alexander Payne's 'About Schmidt', playing a retired actuary.
May 2003: Near Ejection from Lakers Playoff Game
In May 2003, Jack Nicholson nearly got ejected from a Lakers playoff game after yelling at a referee.
2003: Starring in 'Something's Gotta Give'
In 2003, Jack Nicholson also starred in 'Something's Gotta Give', a romantic comedy directed by Nancy Meyers.
2003: Starring in 'Anger Management'
In 2003, Jack Nicholson starred in 'Anger Management', playing an aggressive therapist.
2003: Roles in Anger Management and Something's Gotta Give
In 2003, Jack Nicholson starred in both "Anger Management" and "Something's Gotta Give", showcasing his versatility in comedy and romantic comedy genres.
2003: Hunter S. Thompson's Autobiography
In 2003, Nicholson's friendship with author-journalist Hunter S. Thompson is described in Thompson's autobiography Kingdom of Fear.
2004: Permanent Split with Lara Flynn Boyle
In 2004, Jack Nicholson and Lara Flynn Boyle split permanently, after which Nicholson was linked to English supermodel Kate Moss.
2004: High School Reunion
In 2004, Jack Nicholson attended his 50-year high school reunion accompanied by his aunt Lorraine, celebrating a milestone since his high school days.
2004: Purchase of Marlon Brando's Bungalow
In 2004, after Marlon Brando's death, Jack Nicholson purchased Brando's bungalow on Mulholland Drive for $6.1 million with the intention of demolishing it out of respect for Brando's legacy, as it had become too expensive to renovate the derelict building.
2005: Attendance at Hunter S. Thompson's Memorial Service
In 2005, after Hunter S. Thompson's death, Jack Nicholson attended his private memorial service in Colorado along with fellow actors Johnny Depp, John Cusack, and Sean Penn.
2006: Dating Paz de la Huerta
In 2006, Jack Nicholson dated actress Paz de la Huerta.
2006: Role in The Departed
In 2006, Jack Nicholson played a role in "The Departed", a crime thriller directed by Martin Scorsese.
2006: Presenting Academy Award for Best Picture
In 2006, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
2007: Co-starring in 'The Bucket List'
In 2007, Jack Nicholson co-starred with Morgan Freeman in Rob Reiner's 'The Bucket List', playing one of two dying men fulfilling their goals.
2007: Presenting Academy Award for Best Picture
In 2007, Jack Nicholson presented the Academy Award for Best Picture.
May 2008: Announcement of Induction into California Hall of Fame
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, located at The California Museum in Sacramento.
December 15, 2008: Induction into the California Hall of Fame
On December 15, 2008, Jack Nicholson was inducted into the California Hall of Fame at The California Museum in Sacramento, alongside 11 other notable Californians.
2008: Support for Hillary Clinton
In 2008, Jack Nicholson supported Hillary Clinton in her bid for the presidency.
2010: Starring in 'How Do You Know'
In 2010, Jack Nicholson reunited with James L. Brooks for 'How Do You Know', which was a financial and critical failure.
2010: Starring in How Do You Know and Retirement
In 2010, Jack Nicholson starred in "How Do You Know", after which he retired from acting, marking the end of a significant era in his career.
2010: Induction into the New Jersey Hall of Fame
In 2010, Jack Nicholson was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame, recognizing his contributions and achievements.
2011: Honorary Degree from Brown University
In 2011, Jack Nicholson received an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree from Brown University at its 243rd commencement ceremony. The university's president, Ruth Simmons, hailed him as "the most skilled actor of our lifetime".
September 2013: Nicholson's view on retirement
In September 2013, Jack Nicholson stated in a Vanity Fair article that he did not consider himself retired but was less driven to be actively working.
February 15, 2015: Appearance on SNL 40
On February 15, 2015, Jack Nicholson made a special appearance as a presenter on SNL 40, the 40th anniversary special of Saturday Night Live.
June 3, 2016: Interview about Muhammad Ali
On June 3, 2016, following the death of Muhammad Ali, Jack Nicholson appeared on HBO's The Fight Game with Jim Lampley for an exclusive interview about his friendship with Ali.
2017: Abandoned remake of Toni Erdmann
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.
2018: Declining appearance in Ready Player One
In 2018, Jack Nicholson had previously been approached to appear in Steven Spielberg's science-fiction film Ready Player One, but he declined.
October 2019: Declining cameo in Doctor Sleep
In October 2019, director Mike Flanagan revealed that he approached Jack Nicholson for a cameo appearance in 'Doctor Sleep', the sequel to 'The Shining', but Nicholson declined.
January 2020: Expression of Grief After Kobe Bryant's Death
In January 2020, after the death of former Lakers star Kobe Bryant in a helicopter crash, Jack Nicholson gave a rare phone interview to Los Angeles station KCBS-TV expressing his grief.
2020: Support for Bernie Sanders
In 2020, Jack Nicholson supported Bernie Sanders in the presidential election.
2021: Withdrawal from Public Appearances
By 2021, Jack Nicholson's regular attendance at Lakers games had stopped, as he withdrew from public appearances.
November 2, 2023: Lou Adler Discusses Jack Nicholson's Unofficial Retirement
On November 2, 2023, during an episode of Marc Maron's podcast, WTF with Marc Maron, Lou Adler mentioned that Jack Nicholson had unofficially retired from acting. He quoted Nicholson as saying he enjoys sitting under a tree and reading a book and that he wants to live a quiet life, eating what he wants and doing what he wants.
2023: 'How Do You Know' remains Nicholson's last film
As of 2023, How Do You Know remains Jack Nicholson's last film role, bringing his filmography to 80 films.
2023: Appearance at a Lakers Playoff Game
In 2023, Jack Nicholson attended a Lakers playoff game, marking his first appearance at a Lakers game in nearly two years.
February 16, 2025: Nicholson Appears on SNL 50th Anniversary Special
On February 16, 2025, Jack Nicholson made a rare appearance on SNL 50, the 50th anniversary special of Saturday Night Live, where he introduced Adam Sandler, who performed a tribute song to the show.
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