Nicolas Cage
Actor, producer
Born
January 7, 1964
Birthplace
Long Beach, California, USA
Nationality
American
Net Worth
$35 million (2026 est.)
Known For
Leaving Las Vegas; Face/Off; National Treasure; Adaptation; Pig
Nicolas Cage Biography
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Nicolas Kim Coppola |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | January 7, 1964 |
| Age | 62 years (as of 2026) |
| Birthplace | Long Beach, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Actor, producer |
| Years Active | 1981-present |
| Height | 6 ft (1.83 m) |
| Spouse | Married to Riko Shibata (2021-present) |
| Children | 3 |
| Net Worth | ~$35 million |
| Known For | Method intensity, genre experimentation, prolific filmography |
Early Life & Background
Born into the Coppola filmmaking family, Cage is the son of choreographer Joy Vogelsang and literature professor August Coppola. He adopted the stage name Nicolas Cage to forge his own identity, inspired by comic book hero Luke Cage. After attending Beverly Hills High School and the American Conservatory Theater, he broke into film with Fast Times at Ridgemont High.
Career Journey
Breakthrough and Oscar Glory
Following early collaborations with uncle Francis Ford Coppola in Rumble Fish and Peggy Sue Got Married, Cage delivered breakthrough performances in Raising Arizona and Moonstruck. His portrayal of an alcoholic screenwriter in Leaving Las Vegas (1995) earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor.
Blockbusters and Experiments
Cage became a 1990s action staple with The Rock, Con Air, and Face/Off, while also embracing quirky comedies like Adaptation. He voiced characters in animated hits such as The Croods and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, showing range across genres.
Career Renaissance
The 2010s and 2020s brought a critically acclaimed resurgence through indie thrillers (Mandy), heartfelt dramas (Pig), and meta satire (The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent). Dream Scenario (2023) earned Golden Globe buzz and reintroduced Cage to mainstream prestige audiences.
Recent and Upcoming Work
In 2026 Cage headlines the sci-fi thriller Sand and Bone, executive produces a National Treasure inspired docuseries for Disney+, and lends his voice to Netflix's animated noir Nocturnal City. He is also developing a limited series about sorcerer John Dee with A24 Television.
Filmography (Selected)
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Leaving Las Vegas | Ben Sanderson | Won Best Actor |
| 1997 | Face/Off | Castor Troy/Sean Archer | John Woo action hit |
| 2002 | Adaptation | Charlie and Donald Kaufman | Golden Globe win |
| 2004 | National Treasure | Ben Gates | Franchise starter |
| 2010 | Kick-Ass | Big Daddy | Comic adaptation |
| 2018 | Mandy | Red Miller | Cult favorite |
| 2021 | Pig | Rob Feld | Indie comeback |
| 2023 | Dream Scenario | Paul Matthews | Awards contender |
Awards & Nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Academy Awards | Best Actor | Leaving Las Vegas | Won |
| 2003 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actor - Musical or Comedy | Adaptation | Won |
| 2022 | Critics Choice Awards | Best Actor | Pig | Nominated |
| 2024 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actor - Musical or Comedy | Dream Scenario | Nominated |
Net Worth & Income Sources
Estimated Net Worth: ~$35 million (2026)
Cage's income arrives from film salaries, backend participation on National Treasure licensing, voice acting fees, producing credits, and real estate investments that he strategically rebuilt after prior tax challenges.
Personal Life
Cage splits time between Las Vegas and New York while touring on film shoots. He is a devoted reader of graphic novels and collects rare comics and dinosaur fossils. Cage married Riko Shibata in 2021; their daughter August Frances was born in 2022.
Philanthropy & Advocacy
He has donated to Hurricane Katrina relief, the United Nations' anti-landmine campaign, and supports film preservation at the UCLA Film and Television Archive. Cage frequently auctions memorabilia for children's hospitals and literacy programs.
Social Media Presence
Cage maintains a low-key public profile and relies on studio channels for promotion, though he occasionally appears on National Treasure social streams for fan Q&As.
Lesser-Known Facts
- Cage once bought a haunted New Orleans mansion to research voodoo lore.
- He studied kabuki theater techniques to deepen his gestural performances.
- Cage is an honorary ambassador for the Global Explorers conservation group.
- He created a silent acting exercise he calls "nouveau shamanic" and shares it with young actors.
Latest News & Updates (2026)
Cage is filming Sand and Bone in Morocco, preparing a cameo voice role in Spider-Verse 3, and producing a podcast that revisits Nic Cage deep cuts alongside movie historian Lillian Crawford. He is also negotiating to return as Benjamin Gates in a limited Disney+ revival.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is Nicolas Cage?
Nicolas Cage is an American actor known for his Oscar-winning performance in Leaving Las Vegas and an eclectic mix of blockbusters, indies, and voice roles.
What is Nicolas Cage most famous for?
He is most famous for high-intensity performances in Face/Off, National Treasure, Adaptation, and Pig.
Is Nicolas Cage active on social media?
Cage does not run public personal accounts; news about his projects typically comes from studio announcements and interviews.