Sarah Jessica Parker confirmed the long-held rumor that she once dated Nicolas Cage during a recent interview. The revelation came on the July 13 episode of Watch What Happens Live, where host Andy Cohen asked the Sex and the City star directly about her romantic history with Cage. Parker, 60, admitted to the past relationship without hesitation, initiating new public interest in their connection.
The confirmation adds a fresh dimension to stories about the 1992 film Honeymoon in Vegas, where Parker, Cage, and James Caan starred, with Parker playing the romantic interest of both leading men. While she did not specify the exact timeline, this relationship likely took place before she began dating her future husband, Matthew Broderick, whom she met in late 1991.
Nicolas Cage Shares His Side of the Story After Parker’s Confirmation
Following Parker’s admission, Nicolas Cage addressed the renewed attention by sharing why their relationship ended abruptly. In a statement to E! News on July 14, Cage explained that a dinner with Parker’s mother did not lead to further communication. He joked that he might have failed to make a good impression due to either his “blue Vanson Leather motorcycle jacket” or a bout of sinusitis at the time.
I cared about Sarah, but I don’t think I passed the mom test,
Cage said.
I recall sitting down with her and her mother for dinner at the Russian Tea Room, and 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.
—Nicolas Cage, Actor
Insights Into Parker’s Relationship with Matthew Broderick
The discussion about Parker’s love life also touched on her marriage to Matthew Broderick. The actress reflected on how she realized Broderick was “The One” early in their relationship, emphasizing the strength and longevity of their bond. They officially married by May 1997 and share three children: son James, 22, and twins Tabitha and Marion, both 13.
I just knew he was incredible, just spending a little bit of time with him,
Parker recalled.
I think probably pretty early [I knew].
She also shared the moment she first said “I love you” to Broderick, describing it as happening just before she had to leave for a film shoot on East 10th Street in New York City.
I remember I had to leave to go on location to shoot a movie and we were on East 10th Street [in New York City] and I was getting in a car to go away for a while,
she said.
I remember thinking, ‘I love him.’
—Sarah Jessica Parker, Actress
After a brief pause, Parker voiced her feelings despite the uncertainty, recalling Broderick’s reciprocation.
Nothing to lose, you know what I mean?
she added, mentioning Broderick’s response.
Enduring Commitment Reflected in Parker and Broderick’s Marriage
Parker has spoken about the realities of marriage, highlighting the ups and downs alongside the dedication required for a lasting partnership. In a 2011 interview with The Telegraph, she described marriage as a blend of good, decent, and bad days, emphasizing the importance of friendship within the relationship.
We’ve been together for 20 years and you have good days, you have decent days, and you have bad days. That’s a marriage,
Parker explained.
That’s a relationship. That’s a friendship, even — relationships outside the marriage run the same course.
She further noted the evolving nature of meaningful relationships, remarking,
If you’re in it for the long haul, and you want meaningful relationships, you are going to go through lots of different periods.
Context and Implications of the Revelations
The newfound openness about Sarah Jessica Parker’s past with Nicolas Cage sheds light on a previously speculative aspect of both actors’ personal lives, linking their professional and personal histories closely. Cage’s explanation about why the relationship ended adds a humanizing and relatable facet to their story, illustrating how family dynamics can influence romantic relationships.
Meanwhile, Parker’s ongoing reflections about her marriage to Matthew Broderick underscore the depth and commitment behind their long-standing partnership, contrasting with the more fleeting past romance with Cage. Fans of the actors and followers of Hollywood relationships may find these insights valuable for understanding how early relationships contribute to shaping enduring commitments.
As these revelations circulate, they may foster further interest in revisiting the careers and personal journeys of both Cage and Parker, potentially inspiring more candid conversations in entertainment media about relationships and the impact of family impressions.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Was Nicolas Cage in Star Wars?
A. Cage explained that he feels he belongs more to the Star Trek universe than Star Wars. While he might not be exploring distant galaxies soon, there’s a chance he could join a future Star Trek project.
Q. What was Nicolas Cage’s downfall?
A. Cage’s money problems happened after several movies he made did not do well at the box office. This hurt his reputation as a leading actor. Without offers from big studios, Cage had to act in more than 25 straight-to-video films to pay off his debts.
