JACK Nicholson could die alone, friends have feared, as the reclusive Hollywood star has not been seen in public for over a year.
Sources close to the actor, 85, claim he “doesn’t want to face reality” while holed up at his Mulholland Drive mansion.
Friends fear Jack Nicholson, 85, could die a ‘recluse’
In his Hollywood heyday, the actor was known for his womanizing and colorful social life
According to a new report by Radar, Jack’s friends are worried that the iconic Chinatown star could die alone like his pal Marlon Brando.
“He’s made it clear his home is his castle. But people just wish he’d come out of the house and pop up to tell them how — or at least reassure folks he’s OK,” an insider shared with the outlet.
The once prolific womanizer now spends his time at home in the luxurious community of Mulholland Drive and only sees his family.
“His kids will visit, but they’re his only connection to the world,” said the source.
“It’s like he doesn’t want to face reality anymore — and that’s just sad.”
Jack was last spotted in public attending a Los Angeles Lakers game in October 2021 with his 30-year-old son Ray, who is also an actor.
The source claimed: “Jack’s in touch with certain relatives — especially Ray, his protégé, who he’s so proud of — but his socializing days are long gone.”
Insiders close to the star are fearing he might meet the same fate as Marlon, who died alone at 80 in 2004.
“Brando died a virtual recluse after leading such a colorful life, and Jack’s friends are drawing the comparisons.”
Jack bought Marlon’s old home, which boasts four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a pool, shortly after his death.
Before that, the two stars had lived next door to each other for a number of years.
Jack has not appeared in a movie since 2010, when he played alongside Reese Witherspoon and Owen Wilson in How Do You Know.
The three-time Academy Award winner is understood to be single following his split from long term girlfriend Lara Flynn Boyle in 2004 and Paz de la Huerta in 2006.
Although he is a father of six children, he was only married once – to Sandra Knight from 1962 to 1968.
Jack has won three Oscars and been nominated 12 times
His role as Jack Torrance in The Shining was one of his most famous performances
