Early Life and Education of Nicolas Cage: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Nicolas Cage, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Nicolas Cage, born Nicolas Kim Coppola, is a celebrated American actor and film producer. His career boasts numerous awards, including an Academy Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award. He's been nominated for two BAFTA Awards. Cage is renowned for his versatility and has cultivated a dedicated cult following through his diverse roles across various film genres.

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

1940: Original Construction of Bel Air Home

In 1940, Nicolas Cage's Bel Air home, which later faced foreclosure, was originally built for $110,000. This home was also owned by Dean Martin and singer Tom Jones.

April 1995: Marriage to Patricia Arquette

In April 1995, Nicolas Cage married actress Patricia Arquette. The marriage ended in divorce in 2001.

1997: Purchase of Action Comics #1

In 1997, Nicolas Cage purchased Action Comics #1 for $110,000.

2000: Theft of Action Comics #1

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

May 2001: Honorary Doctorate from California State University

In May 2001, Nicolas Cage was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Fine Arts by California State University, Fullerton, and spoke at the commencement ceremony.

August 10, 2002: Marriage to Lisa Marie Presley

On August 10, 2002, Nicolas Cage married singer-songwriter Lisa Marie Presley in Kamuela, Hawaii.

November 25, 2002: Divorce Filing from Lisa Marie Presley

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

2002: Unpaid Taxes From 2002 to 2004

From 2002 to 2004, the Internal Revenue Service had a lien for more than $350,000 in unpaid taxes against Nicolas Cage.

2002: Auction of Vintage Comics Collection

In 2002, Nicolas Cage, an avid comic book fan, auctioned off his collection of 400 vintage comics through Heritage Auctions for over $1.6 million.

May 24, 2004: Divorce Finalized from Lisa Marie Presley

On May 24, 2004, Nicolas Cage's divorce from Lisa Marie Presley was finalized.

July 30, 2004: Marriage to Alice Kim

On July 30, 2004, Nicolas Cage married Alice Kim at a private ranch in northern California.

2004: Unpaid Taxes From 2002 to 2004

From 2002 to 2004, the Internal Revenue Service had a lien for more than $350,000 in unpaid taxes against Nicolas Cage.

2004: Property Purchase on Paradise Island

In 2004, Nicolas Cage bought a property on Paradise Island, Bahamas.

2005: Birth of Son Kal-El

In 2005, Alice Kim gave birth to her son Kal-El with Nicolas Cage.

May 2006: Purchase of Island in the Exuma Archipelago

In May 2006, Nicolas Cage purchased a 40-acre island in the Exuma archipelago, located southeast of Nassau.

August 2007: Purchase of Grey Craig Manor

In August 2007, Nicolas Cage purchased "Grey Craig", a 24,000-square-foot country manor in Middletown, Rhode Island.

2007: Creation of Comic Book Voodoo Child

In 2007, Nicolas Cage created a comic book with his son Weston called Voodoo Child, which was published by Virgin Comics.

2007: Cage's Shopping Spree

In 2007, Nicolas Cage went on a shopping spree that included the purchase of three additional residences, 22 automobiles including 9 Rolls Royces, 12 expensive pieces of jewelry, and 47 purchases of artwork and exotic items, as stated by his business manager.

2007: Unpaid Federal Income Tax

In 2007, the IRS alleged that Nicolas Cage failed to pay over $6.2 million in federal income tax.

July 14, 2009: IRS Files Tax Lien Against Cage

On July 14, 2009, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) filed documents in New Orleans regarding a federal tax lien against property owned by Nicolas Cage in Louisiana, concerning unpaid federal taxes.

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.

November 12, 2009: Foreclosure Sale of LaLaurie House

On November 12, 2009, Nicolas Cage's "Most Haunted House in America", also known as "The LaLaurie House", was foreclosed and sold at auction for $5.5 million due to his financial problems.

2009: Sale of Schloss Neidstein

In 2009, Nicolas Cage sold the medieval castle Schloss Neidstein in Germany for $2.5 million.

April 2010: Failed Foreclosure Auction of Bel Air Home

In April 2010, Nicolas Cage's Bel Air home, which had 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 eventually sold for $10.5 million after a previous failed foreclosure auction.

March 2011: Recovery of Stolen Action Comics #1

In March 2011, the Action Comics #1, stolen from Nicolas Cage in 2000, was found in a storage locker in the San Fernando Valley and verified by ComicConnect.com.

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 5, 2011: Charges Dropped Against Cage

On May 5, 2011, the New Orleans District Attorney announced that the charges against Nicolas Cage from his April arrest had been dropped.

May 31, 2011: Scheduled Court Appearance

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

June 2011: Settlement of Fulton Lawsuit

In June 2011, Nicolas Cage and Christina Fulton settled her $13 million lawsuit against him.

November 2011: Auction of Action Comics #1

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 paying his tax liens and other debts.

January 2016: Divorce from Alice Kim

In January 2016, Nicolas Cage and Alice Kim divorced.

March 2019: Marriage to Erika Koike and Annulment Filing

In March 2019, Nicolas Cage married Erika Koike in Las Vegas but filed for an annulment four days later.

2020: Endorsement of Andrew Yang for President

During the 2020 election, Nicolas Cage endorsed Andrew Yang for president.

February 16, 2021: Marriage to Riko Shibata

On February 16, 2021, Nicolas Cage married Riko Shibata.

2022: Birth of daughter August

In 2022, Nicolas Cage and Riko Shibata's daughter, August, was born.

2023: Donation to Channel Seven Perth Telethon

During 2023, while filming The Surfer in Western Australia, Nicolas Cage personally donated AU$5,000 to the Channel Seven Perth Telethon.

2023: Equivalent Value of Bel Air Home's Original Cost

In 2023, the $110,000 cost to construct Nicolas Cage's Bel Air home in 1940 was equivalent to about $1.9 million.

July 2024: Weston Cage's Arrest

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