Three-time Oscar winner
Jack Nicholson
The most Oscar-nominated male actor ever, from Cuckoo’s Nest to The Shining
- Born1937
- Oscars3 wins, 12 nominations
- StatusRetired
Photo: Georges Biard, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Quick answers
The facts people search for most about Jack Nicholson, each with its source. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Age
How old is Jack Nicholson?
89 years old1
Jack Nicholson is 89 years old. He was born on April 22, 1937, in Neptune City, New Jersey.
- Oscars
How many Oscars has Jack Nicholson won?
3 (12 nominations)1
Best Actor for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest and As Good as It Gets, and Best Supporting Actor for Terms of Endearment. His 12 nominations are the most for any male actor.
- Retired
Is Jack Nicholson retired?
Yes1
He is a retired actor. His last major roles include The Departed (2006) and The Bucket List (2007).
- Joker
Did Jack Nicholson play the Joker?
Yes, in Batman (1989)1
He played the Joker in Tim Burton’s Batman (1989).
- Wikipedia: Jack Nicholson, revision of Oct 31, 2026
Quick Profile
- Known for: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, The Shining, Chinatown
- Born: April 22, 1937, Neptune City, New Jersey
- Awards: 3 Oscars, 3 BAFTAs, 6 Golden Globes, a Grammy
- Film debut: The Cry Baby Killer (1958)
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Career Highlights
- Jack Nicholson is a retired American actor and filmmaker, widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of the 20th century.
- He won Best Actor Oscars for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975) and As Good as It Gets (1997), and Best Supporting Actor for Terms of Endearment (1983). His 12 nominations are a record for a male actor.
- Other key films: Easy Rider (1969), Five Easy Pieces (1970), Chinatown (1974), The Shining (1980), Batman (1989), A Few Good Men (1992), About Schmidt (2002) and The Departed (2006).
- He’s a well-known fan of the Los Angeles Lakers and the New York Yankees.
On MyShowNotes
People mentioned
Jack Nicholson comes up in these episodes:
- Carrey the Zero – Tuesdays With Stories #658 w/ Mark Normand and Joe List
- Kevin Nealon – Mark Normand and Sam Morril – We Might Be Drunk Podcast
- Fart In My Mouth and Call It a Love Story – Tuesdays With Stories 655 with Mark Normand and Joe List – TWS
- Dax Flame on TYSO Podcast with Rick Glassman: Loneliness, Smoothies – Ep 317
FAQ
Who is Jack Nicholson?
Jack Nicholson is a retired American actor and filmmaker, widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of the 20th century.
Where does Jack Nicholson come up on MyShowNotes?
4 episodes so far. See the list above.