Money woes
Despite starring in successful movies, Nicolas has suffered from financial problems and was once left $6million in debt after the real estate market crashed.
Cage told CBS: "I was over-invested in real estate. ... The real estate market crashed, and I couldn't get out in time.
"I paid them all back, but it was about $6 million. I never filed for bankruptcy."
The movie star explained how acting work was his "guardian angel" during the time of trouble.