Challenges in the Life of Nicolas Cage in a Detailed Timeline

Life is full of challenges, and Nicolas Cage faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.

Nicolas Cage, born Nicolas Kim Coppola, is a celebrated American actor and producer renowned for his versatility. He has garnered critical acclaim, including an Academy Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award, along with multiple BAFTA nominations. Cage's diverse filmography spans various genres, contributing to his widespread appeal and cult following.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

1993: Box Office Failures

In 1993, Nicolas Cage starred in 'Deadfall', 'Amos & Andrew', and 'Red Rock West', all of which performed poorly at the box office.

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2000: Theft of Action Comics #1

In 2000, Nicolas Cage's Action Comics #1 was stolen from him, leading to an insurance payment on the item.

November 25, 2002: Divorce Filed from Lisa Marie Presley

On November 25, 2002, just 107 days after their wedding, Nicolas Cage filed for divorce from Lisa Marie Presley.

2002: Unpaid Taxes Dating From 2002 to 2004

The Internal Revenue Service had another lien for more than $350,000 in unpaid taxes dating from 2002 to 2004 against Nicolas Cage.

2004: Unpaid Taxes Dating From 2002 to 2004

The Internal Revenue Service had another lien for more than $350,000 in unpaid taxes dating from 2002 to 2004 against Nicolas Cage.

November 2007: Research for The Wrestler

In November 2007, Nicolas Cage researched for a lead role in 'The Wrestler' at a Ring of Honor wrestling show, but later dropped out due to insufficient preparation time, Darren Aronofsky preferred Mickey Rourke for the role.

2007: Unpaid Federal Income Tax

In 2007, Nicolas Cage allegedly failed to pay over $6.2 million in federal income tax, leading to a federal tax lien against his property in Louisiana, which was filed on July 14, 2009.

2008: Libel Action Against Kathleen Turner

In 2008, Kathleen Turner wrote in her memoir, Send Your Roses, making false claims about Nicolas Cage. Cage later won a libel action against Turner, her publisher, and Associated Newspapers.

July 14, 2009: IRS Files Tax Lien Against Cage

On July 14, 2009, the Internal Revenue Service filed documents in New Orleans regarding a federal tax lien against Nicolas Cage's property in Louisiana, alleging over $6.2 million in unpaid federal income tax for the year 2007.

October 16, 2009: Cage Files Lawsuit Against Business Manager

On October 16, 2009, Nicolas Cage filed a $20 million lawsuit against his business manager, Samuel J. Levin, alleging negligence and fraud that led to catastrophic financial losses.

November 12, 2009: Foreclosure Sale of New Orleans Properties

On November 12, 2009, Nicolas Cage's New Orleans properties, including "The LaLaurie House," were sold at auction for a total of $5.5 million due to financial problems.

December 2009: Christina Fulton Sues Cage

In December 2009, Christina Fulton sued Nicolas Cage for $13 million and for the house in which she was living, in response to an order that she leave the dwelling due to Cage's financial difficulties.

April 2010: Failed Foreclosure Auction of Bel Air Home

In April 2010, Nicolas Cage's Bel Air home, with six loans totaling $18 million, failed to sell at a foreclosure auction despite an opening offer of $10.4 million.

November 2010: Sale of Bel Air Home

In November 2010, Nicolas Cage's Bel Air home was sold for $10.5 million, resolving some of his financial issues.

April 15, 2011: Arrest in New Orleans

On April 15, 2011, Nicolas Cage was arrested in New Orleans' French Quarter on suspicion of domestic abuse battery, disturbing the peace, and public intoxication.

May 31, 2011: Scheduled Court Appearance

Nicolas Cage was ordered to appear in court on May 31, 2011, following his arrest in New Orleans.

November 2011: Sale of Action Comics #1 at Auction

In November 2011, Nicolas Cage sold his Action Comics #1 in an online auction managed by Heritage Auctions for a record-breaking $2.16 million to assist in paying his tax liens and other debts.

2014: Absence from Forbes' Top 10 List

In 2014, despite previously being one of Hollywood's highest-paid actors, Nicolas Cage did not make Forbes' Top 10 List.

January 2016: Divorce from Alice Kim

In January 2016, Nicolas Cage and Alice Kim divorced, ending their marriage.

May 2017: Reported Film Role Rush to Pay Off Debts

By May 2017, Nicolas Cage, worth around $25 million, was reportedly taking numerous film roles to pay off his remaining debts.

March 2019: Marriage and Annulment Filing with Erika Koike

In March 2019, Nicolas Cage married Erika Koike in Las Vegas, but filed for annulment just four days later, claiming intoxication and failure to disclose her relationship with another person.

July 2021: Tiger King Series Scrapped

In July 2021, the 'Tiger King' series starring Nicolas Cage as Joe Exotic was scrapped.

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July 2024: Weston Cage's Arrest

In July 2024, Nicolas Cage's son, Weston Cage, was arrested for allegedly assaulting multiple people, including his mother, with a deadly weapon. He was later released on a $150,000 bond.