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Nicolas Cage Shines at SXSW After Family Scandal and Lawsuit Drop!

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At the SXSW Film Festival in Austin on Monday, Nicolas Cage was spotted publicly for the first time since his former partner withdrew her assault accusation against him.

61-year-old actor from National Treasure, was recently sued by his ex-girlfriend Christina Fulton. She claimed that he had allowed their son Weston to act out before the supposed violent attack on her in April 2024.

On a Monday court filing, the actress moved to drop Nicolas from the case as reported by People. Yet, she continues to pursue legal action against their shared child.

As a devoted admirer, I made sure to don my finest attire when attending the premiere of my recent production, “The Surfer” – a gripping psychological thriller helmed by Lorcan Finnegan, which has been hailed as a ‘fantastically twisted B-movie’ by one critic.

In the game, Cage donned a glistening black tuxedo, complete with a matching black dress shirt and black footwear.

He finished off the event’s outfit by putting on a black hat and choosing a pair of pink sunglasses as well.

At the arrival of the festival, Nicholas took a quick break for a snapshot on the crimson carpet; the event will wrap up on Saturday, March 15th towards the end of the week.

In the latest production, The Surfer, the star has been assigned the primary character, working alongside fellow actors like Julian McMahon, Nicholas Cassim, Miranda Tapsell, Alexander Bertrand, and Justin Rosniak.

The storyline of the film revolves around: A man revisiting the serene seaside of his youth for a father-son surfing trip.

When a group of locals embarrasses him, the man finds himself involved in a dispute that escalates continually, eventually pushing him to the brink of his limits, according to the official IMDB summary.

During the 2024 Cannes Film Festival last May, McMahon shared insights about collaborating with Cage, as reported by Deadline.

He mentioned, “Somehow, I felt that Nicholas might be receptive to experimentation and creativity while working on the set.

As I delved deeper into understanding Lorcan on set, I couldn’t help but share a sense of familiarity with him, and it’s something I felt quite strongly, I shared with the media outlet.

The performer mentioned that Nicholas is full of enthusiasm for his tasks and also disclosed, “I prefer to approach my work with energy. We both are fond of being dynamic and presenting numerous ideas. He has an abundance of creative thoughts.

Prior to the movie premiere, Christina Fulton, Cage’s former partner, withdrew her lawsuit against the actor. However, there remains an ongoing case concerning their son, Weston.

It was decided that her accusations against the Hollywood star would not be considered further, as People magazine reported, meaning she is unable to bring these accusations up again in the future.

Just last week, prior to submitting the termination papers, I found myself opening up to TMZ about the importance of keeping my ex responsible, following an alleged incident involving our child.

As she stepped into a Los Angeles courtroom, she conveyed to reporters that her son’s behavior and the actions of the LAPD had deeply saddened her.

Afterward, she asserted that officers had abandoned her on the ground, wounded, following an attack by her son the previous year. ‘All by myself, deserted – almost isolated, if not deliberately shut out.’

Fulton argued that the actor’s actions of consistently enabling Weston had exacerbated their son’s aggressive tendencies.

Christina asserted that her son was experiencing an intense fit of anger or agitation (a manic state) when he reportedly attacked her.

The actress expressed her affection for her son, mentioning that he appears to be struggling with a ‘mental health issue epidemic.’

Regarding my decision to file a lawsuit against my ex-boyfriend, who I dated from 1988 to 1991, I stated, ‘I am making everyone involved accountable for their actions.’

In February last month, she filed a civil lawsuit with the Superior Court of California located in Los Angeles County, as reported by the Los Angeles Times.

Christina filed a lawsuit against Nicolas Cage, alleging ‘negligent oversight and negligent assignment’ regarding their child. Additionally, she is taking legal action against her son for alleged assault, battery, and both negligent and intentional infliction of emotional harm.

Previously, the actress alleged that he was violently attacked by a 34-year-old individual during a psychological breakdown close to his residence. This attack resulted in grievous and potentially fatal wounds for her.

Back in July 2024, Weston, who currently maintains his innocence, was taken into custody due to an accusation of using a dangerous instrument for attack. He was later granted bail set at $150,000.

In a response to People, I, as an ardent admirer and supporter of Nicholas Cage, made it clear that his legal team has rebutted the allegations put forth by Fulton following the filing of her lawsuits against my beloved idol.

The claims made by Christina Fulton against Nicolas Cage are completely unfounded and without merit, it was stated. It’s important to note that Weston Coppola, a 34-year-old individual, does not have his behavior controlled or managed by Mr. Cage in any way. Furthermore, Mr. Cage is not held accountable for the alleged assault of Weston’s mother by Weston.

In January, Weston and Fulton attended an assault trial in Los Angeles that was postponed due to a continuance.

Fulton is asking for undetermined compensation as a result of the severe physical, mental, and financial distress she experienced following an unwarranted assault by their child, Weston.

In the lawsuit, the celebrity alleges that Nicholas knowingly facilitated their child’s actions, even though he was conscious of Weston’s extensive history of mental and emotional issues.

In a nutshell, I’ve got a lengthy past marked by mental instability, psychological issues, and an appalling penchant for violent acts, including assault and battery, which has left countless people bearing physical and emotional scars – that’s what the lawsuit claims about me, as reported by People.

Nicolas knew about Weston’s violent past but didn’t act to stop him, allowing Weston to carry out harmful actions against others.

Despite knowing about Weston’s violent past, Nicolas did not act to stop him from causing harm to others.

Christina additionally asserted that her former partner not only supported but also fueled Weston’s ‘risky’ habits, including consuming alcohol together, despite being aware of his past issues with substance abuse.

Additionally, she claimed the actor known as Longlegs was not only involved in bailing their son out of jail multiple times, but also covered his son’s rent at a Los Angeles condominium and neglected to arrange for Weston’s essential psychiatric care.

Last year’s alleged attack, according to my understanding based on Christina’s complaint, significantly disrupted Fulton’s prosperous modeling, acting, and entrepreneurial ventures that she had built up.

On April 28, in the Los Angeles region, a confrontation took place between Weston and Fulton. It’s said that an argument that started verbally escalated into a physical altercation.

On the 28th of April, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., I was contacted urgently by friends of my son, Weston Cage, due to his worsening mental condition, who implored me to assist, as stated in a declaration made by Fulton and obtained by People.

Upon my arrival to provide comfort and aid, I found him in the throes of an uncontrollable anger. In just a few short moments, I was viciously attacked and suffered severe wounds, as stated by her.

Although I earnestly implored the arriving police officers to apprehend him for a mental health assessment, they declined my petition.

In her statement, Fulton expressed her profound sadness and concern as a mother, regarding Weston’s prolonged mental health struggles. She emphasized the urgency for him to receive the critical assistance he requires.

The Los Angeles Police Department verified that Weston was arrested for a charge involving an assault using a dangerous weapon, mere weeks following sightings of his mother bearing severe facial bruises.

According to the LAPD, the arrest was directly linked to the suspected incident that took place on April 28th. (People were also informed of this.)

On May 10, Weston’s case was handed over to the district attorney’s office. On June 26, the district attorney accused Weston of two charges related to assaulting someone with a lethal instrument. Subsequently, an arrest warrant was issued.

The actor was freed on a bond of $150,000 at approximately 10 a.m., and it’s rumored that his father took care of this arrangement according to the U.S. Sun.

It’s said that an ambulance was summoned to Fulton’s residence for an examination, yet she chose not to go to the hospital according to TMZ’s report during the supposed event.

Just last week, Weston publicly revealed his upcoming marriage to girlfriend Jennifer Alexa Canter. Subsequently, Fulton expressed her thoughts on this development when she was approached by TMZ.

As someone deeply committed, I prioritize his mental well-being above all else. Despite the challenges we’ve faced this past year, I am his mother, and my heart yearns for his happiness more than anything. The anguish I’ve endured won’t be forgotten or diminished, but it doesn’t overshadow my unwavering desire for his well-being.

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2025-03-11 06:20

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