Nicolas Cage: A Deep Dive Into The Life Of The Versatile Actor And Filmmaker

Author Dalboyy 15 Nov 2024

Nicolas Kim Coppola, widely known as Nicolas Cage, was born on January 7, 1964, in Long Beach, California. He is not just an actor; he is a multifaceted filmmaker who has made remarkable contributions to the film industry since the early 1980s. Cage comes from a notable family, being the nephew of acclaimed director Francis Ford Coppola and the cousin of talented directors Sofia Coppola and Roman Coppola. Over the decades, he has captivated audiences with unforgettable performances in iconic films such as Moonstruck (1987), Raising Arizona (1987), Wild at Heart (1990), and Leaving Las Vegas (1995), for which he earned an Academy Award for Best Actor.

Throughout his career, Cage has also been in the spotlight for his personal life, including his five marriages and high-profile relationships with stars like Patricia Arquette and Lisa Marie Presley. Alongside his romantic endeavors, he has fathered two children from different relationships, and he is currently expecting another child with his wife, Riko Shibata. In this article, we will explore the fascinating life of Nicolas Cage, focusing on his career, personal relationships, and the children he has raised.

Biography of Nicolas Cage
Children of Nicolas Cage

Biography of Nicolas Cage

Attribute	Details
Name	Nicolas Kim Coppola
Date of Birth	January 7, 1964
Place of Birth	Long Beach, California, USA
Notable Films	Moonstruck, Raising Arizona, Wild at Heart, Leaving Las Vegas
Awards	Academy Award for Best Actor

Children of Nicolas Cage

Weston Coppola Cage

Born on December 26, 1990, Weston Coppola Cage is Nicolas's first son, whom he shares with actress Christina Fulton. Weston is not just an artist; he is a musician involved in two black metal bands and describes himself as a “martial artist” and “spiritualist” on his Instagram. He has also made appearances in Hollywood, including a role as a helicopter mechanic in his father's film Lord of War and starring in the upcoming MMA film Mojave Diamonds.

Despite some legal troubles, including a DUI arrest in 2017, Weston maintains a close relationship with his father. He has also become a father himself, having four children: Lucian Augustus, Sorin Reid, and twin girls Venice Zohar and Cyress Zara.

Kal-El Coppola Cage

Kal-El Coppola Cage was born on October 3, 2005, to Nicolas and his then-wife Alice Kim. His name is a nod to Superman's birth name, reflecting Nicolas's love for comic books. Although Nicolas and Alice divorced in 2016, they have successfully co-parented Kal-El, who has started following his father's footsteps in the entertainment industry by voicing a young Bruce Wayne in the animated film Teen Titans Go! To The Movies.

August Francesca Coppola Cage

Riko Shibata, Nicolas Cage — Riko Shibata and Nicolas Cage at the 31st Annual Gotham Independent Film Awards, Nov. 2021 (Gregory Pace/Shutterstock).

In January 2022, Nicolas and his current wife, Riko Shibata, announced they were expecting a baby. The couple had a private wedding in Las Vegas, and they chose February 16 as their wedding date to honor Nicolas's late father, August Coppola. They welcomed their child, August Francesca Coppola Cage, in September 2022, adding another chapter to Nicolas's family story.