Jack Nicholson, the highly acclaimed and decorated actor, has raised concerns among his friends as he has not been seen in public for over a year.
The 85-year-old US actor, known for his iconic roles, is reportedly “living like a recluse.”
According to sources speaking to RadarOnline, Nicholson rarely leaves his house anymore, leading to worries about his mental health.
There are concerns that he may be quietly suffering from dementia, with his mind said to be deteriorating.
The last time Nicholson was spotted in public was at an LA Lakers game in October 2021, accompanied by his son Ray Nicholson, who is 30 years old.
Since then, he has remained secluded in his Beverly Hills mansion, which he bought from his late friend Marlon Brando for $7.8 million (US$5m) in 2005.
A close friend of Nicholson revealed that the actor considers his home his sanctuary.
However, many people wish he would come out and reassure them that he is doing well.
While he maintains contact with certain relatives, especially his protégé son Ray, Nicholson's socializing days seem to be a thing of the past.
Nicholson's current lifestyle is reminiscent of Marlon Brando's later years.
Brando, a Hollywood legend, spent his final years in seclusion, having gained a significant amount of weight before his death in 2004.
Friends of Nicholson draw parallels between the two actors, expressing concern for Jack's well-being.
After starring in the romantic comedy “How Do You Know” alongside Reese Witherspoon, Paul Rudd, and Owen Wilson in 2010, Nicholson quietly stepped away from acting.
At the time, a friend disclosed that he made this decision due to memory issues, stating that Nicholson could no longer remember his lines.
Despite these claims, Nicholson denied rumors of retirement in an interview with The Sun.
He downplayed health concerns, emphasizing that he had a “mathematician's brain” and that he didn't feel the need to work until his last day.
Nicholson acknowledged that he no longer enjoyed being in the spotlight and that as one gets older, priorities change.
Jack Nicholson, known for his charismatic personality and partying lifestyle in his younger years, is currently single.
His most notable romantic relationship was with actress Anjelica Huston, which lasted from 1973 to 1990.
During their time together, tabloids often reported on Nicholson's alleged affairs.
Their relationship ended when Nicholson fathered a child with actress Rebecca Broussard.
Although he has had numerous romances, Nicholson has only been married once to his co-star Sandra Knight from the film “The Terror,” from 1962 to 1968.
Throughout his career, he has also been linked to actresses Susan Anspach, Lara Flynn Boyle, Paz de la Huerta, and supermodel Kate Moss in the early 2000s.
As Jack Nicholson continues to live a reclusive life, his friends and fans hope for his well-being and wish to see him emerge from his seclusion.
The legacy of this iconic actor, who has left an indelible mark on the film industry, remains alive, even as he chooses to remain out of the public eye.
