Nicolas Cage is a highly acclaimed and versatile actor known for his intense and unpredictable performances on screen.
With a career spanning over four decades, he has established himself as one of Hollywood's most respected and beloved actors.
The eccentric actor known for his intense performances in vampire movies like "Vampire's Kiss" and "Ghost Rider," found himself at the center of a bizarre rumor in 2012.
In Vampire's Kiss(1988), Cage plays Peter Loew, a literary agent who becomes convinced that he is turning into a vampire after being bitten by a mysterious woman.
Cage's performance in "Vampire's Kiss" is often cited as one of the most over-the-top and memorable aspects of the film.
He fully immerses himself in the role, bringing a level of intensity and unpredictability that has become a hallmark of his acting style.
While in the 2007 film "Ghost Rider", Nicolas Cage plays the lead role of Johnny Blaze, a stunt motorcycle rider who becomes the supernatural Ghost Rider after making a deal with the devil, Mephistopheles (played by Peter Fonda).
However, an eBay listing titled "Nicolas Cage is a vampire" sparked a wave of speculation that the actor was, in fact, an immortal bloodsucker.
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The listing featured an old photograph that looked exactly like Nicolas Cage's, which the seller believes must be a photo of him taken almost 150 years ago.
In response, Nicolas replied, " Except it's a photo, and you can't take photos of vampires.”
He said further, “Right. Let me say that there is a resemblance, but how best can I be polite about this? It's a somewhat slowed-down version of me.”
The eerie photo that bears the uncanny resemblance of Nicolas Cage | YT
During an appearance with veteran TV host David Letterman, Nicolas defended his case, he said, “I don't drink blood, and last time I looked in the mirror, I had a reflection, I'm just not.”
Despite Cage's denial, the rumor persisted, with some even speculating that he was a "walking undead" who reinvented himself once every 75 years or thereabout.
The eBay seller, who was asking for a million dollars before he could remove the listing, seemed convinced that Cage was a vampire, suggesting that he might become a politician, cult leader, or talk show host 150 years from now.
While the rumor may have been far-fetched, it's undeniable that Cage has a fascination with vampire stories.
His performances in vampire movies have been praised for their intensity and nuance, and he's shown a willingness to explore the darker side of human nature in his roles.
In the end, the Nicolas Cage vampire rumor may have been nothing more than a product of the internet's whimsical nature.
However, it's a testament to the actor's enduring enigma and his ability to inspire wild speculation and fascination.
As for Cage, he's continued to defy expectations and push boundaries in his performances, leaving fans to wonder what's next for this eccentric and captivating actor.
Will he sink his teeth into another vampire role, or will he surprise us with a completely new direction? One thing's for sure, with Nicolas Cage, you can always expect the unexpected.