Nicolas Cage, known for his diverse and often eccentric roles in film, recently shared an intriguing anecdote about his early career aspirations.
In an interview with the New Yorker for his upcoming film Longlegs, he revealed that his first-ever audition was for the game show The Dating Game when he was just 14 years old. Surprisingly, he landed the role but was ultimately prevented from pursuing it by his father, August Coppola, brother of renowned director Francis Ford Coppola, who deemed him too young for the opportunity.
Reflecting on the experience, Cage expressed confidence in his audition performance, describing himself as “funny” and feeling capable enough to handle the gig.
Despite not being able to participate, the actor acknowledged the show’s historical association with Rodney Alcala, an actual serial killer who appeared as a contestant, highlighting the complexity of human nature and public fascination with enigmatic personalities.
