Nicolas Cage was born on January 7th, 1964, making him a worldly and ambitious Capricorn. Capricorns are characterized by their focus, discipline, and practicality, which makes them successful in their chosen paths. They also have an appreciation for beauty and high standards, which Cage has applied to his acting career.
Cage was born in Long Beach, California, and raised in a family of actors and performers. His parents, August Coppola and Joy Vogelsang, were both filmmakers and his uncle, Francis Ford Coppola, was an influential Hollywood director. Cage attributes his success to the knowledge and advice he received from his family and mentors early on. He intended to pursue a law degree, but his cousin, Coppola, encouraged him to join the family business and hone his craft as an actor.
Cage quickly rose to fame. He appeared in box-office hits like Raising Arizona, Face/Off, Ghost Rider, National Treasure and its sequel, and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice. He has been nominated for an Academy Award four times and has won the Golden Globe, the BAFTA, and the Screen Actors Guild Award. He has also produced and directed several feature films. Cage continues to work and explore different genres and characters, showing no signs of slowing down.
