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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nicolas Cage reflects on his short-lived romance with Sarah Jessica Parker" 'I don't think I passed the mom test'
Actor Sarah Jessica Parker surprised fans when she confirmed, for the first time publicly, that she briefly dated co-star Nicolas Cage . The moment unfolded on July 13. When asked directly about the dating rumors from the early '90s, Parker replied: 'Um, yes. I did.' Host Andy Cohen, visibly surprised, reacted with: 'Oh, wow. We've got some talking to do.' Her confirmation revived curiosity about the duo's off-screen connection during the filming of 'Honeymoon in Vegas' in the year 1992, a rom-com in which they played engaged lovers caught in a bizarre Elvis-themed adventure. Nicolas Cage's response — Leather jacket, sinusitis, and the 'mom test' A day later, Nicolas Cage weighed in with his own recollection, offering light-hearted insights via a statement to E! News. Cage said: 'I cared about Sarah, but I don't think I passed the Mom test.' on July 14 He explained that their romance seemed to fizzle after a dinner with Parker and her mother at New York's Russian Tea Room, adding, 'I don't know if it was my blue Vanson Leather motorcycle jacket (which I still have) or my sinusitis, but I didn't hear from her again.' Though tinged with humor, Cage's remarks offer a glimpse of vulnerability and a touch of old-school charm. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What's for Dinner? Our Tool Has the Answer Recipes Install Now Undo by Taboola by Taboola Co-stars with chemistry, but no sequel in sight Cage and Parker's chemistry in 'Honeymoon in Vegas' sparked dating rumors at the time, but neither confirmed anything, until now. The film became a cult favorite, highlighting their comedic timing and onscreen compatibility. It also added a playful layer to this newly confirmed romance, which appears to have ended almost as soon as it began. Their paths since that dinner Sarah Jessica Parker met and ultimately wed actor Matthew Broderick in 1997 following the short love affair. The couple has three kids and is renowned for keeping their private lives out of the public eye. Cage, on the other hand, has had a more vivid dating past with five marriages to date. Riko Shibata is his present wife; August Francesca Coppola Cage is their daughter. Decades after that fateful dinner, Nicolas Cage's nostalgic recollection — and Sarah Jessica Parker's candid confirmation — offer a rare peek into a forgotten celebrity pairing. With playful honesty and mutual respect, both stars remind us that even a dinner date can leave a lasting impression. Sometimes, the jacket just isn't the right fit.
Perth Now
30-06-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
How Aus lotto winners spend their millions
The next time an unknown number pops up on your screen, don't hit decline - you might be ignoring a million-dollar phone call. A call out of the blue was how a quarter of Australian lottery winners discovered the life-changing news in 2024, according to The Lott's Annual Winners Report. There were 441 division one winning entries across Australia, collectively dishing out more than $1.56bn in prize money. The findings come as the search for the elusive mystery winner of the $100m Powerball jackpot stretches into its third week, with officials still hoping to track down the holder of the winning ticket purchased in Bondi. A quarter of winners found out from a surprise phone call from The Lott. NewsWire / Max Mason-Hubers Credit: News Corp Australia The ticket was unregistered, meaning the winner has not been able to be contacted directly. Of those who have claimed their new fortunes, another 24 per cent made the happy discovery by checking their tickets online. 'I let out a number of swear words and then spent most the night checking my numbers,' one winner said. '(I) yelled out, 'You beauty!' and scared the dog with my excitement,' another said. While most winners agreed the experience was 'life-changing', the most common ways they enjoyed their prize varied from investing to using it to help their family and friends or buying a car. 'I was emotional because of what it meant for my family,' one winner said. 'I felt a great sigh of relief that so much pressure to provide for my family had been lifted, and our future felt far more secure.' Others opted to use their winnings in delightfully unexpected ways, with one winner heading all the way to Istanbul for a confidence-boosting hair transplant. One splurged on a pair of handcrafted leather dress shoes, while another tapped into some classic car nostalgia by picking up a vintage 1936 Oldsmobile. Another marked the occasion by gifting luxury watches to close relatives, and another jetted off to Las Vegas to attend a mate's Elvis-themed wedding. Most winners used their prize to help family and friends or invest. Photo: NewsWire/ Gaye Gerard Credit: News Corp Australia Seventeen per cent donated to charities close to their hearts, and on average, six other people benefited directly from each winner's prize. The Lott's report also asked past winners what advice they'd give to future recipients. 'It's very easy to go crazy early on, but my advice would be to calm down and carefully think about your future plans,' one winner said. 'Treat your win as an opportunity to improve your circumstances, so don't waste it.' The other bit of advice was to keep the win quiet, and keep track of who you told. The Lott spokesperson Anna Hobdell said the emotional reactions are often intense and immediate. 'Winners often tell us their bodies go into overdrive the moment they hear the life-changing news, with hearts racing, hands trembling, and even a wave of nausea setting in,' she said. 'But once the news sinks in, most winners can't wait to share the joy with people in the know. 'Only about eight per cent keep it completely under wraps and tell absolutely no one. 'For many, the best part of winning is being able to give back, whether it's helping their kids buy their first home, shouting a holiday for their friends, or even strangers who could use a helping hand.'
