Nicolas Cage has revealed he is living in hotels after a massive sinkhole opened beside his Malibu home, disrupting even his plans for Halloween.
The actor, 62, shared the unexpected update during an appearance at Los Angeles Comic Con on Saturday, October 31, when a question about his evening plans prompted him to explain what had been happening away from the cameras.
"I'm currently a little bit homeless," he said. "Something happened to my house in Malibu so I'm just sort of living in hotels so I don't have normal trick or treaters I would like to enjoy tonight."
© Getty ImagesNicolas Cage reveals change to family plans
Despite the disruption, Nicolas still planned to take his four-year-old daughter, August, trick-or-treating in Santa Monica.
After putting her to bed, he intended to settle down with Stanley Kubrick's horror classic The Shining. Welcoming trick-or-treaters to his own door, however, was off the agenda while he stayed in temporary accommodation.
The National Treasure star appeared in a lime-green blazer for his spotlight panel, joining fans at the convention amid the ongoing problems at his beachfront property.
What happened to Nicolas Cage's Malibu home?
The sinkhole appeared on September 8, prompting an emergency response after a driveway collapsed and a gas line was damaged.
Local broadcaster ABC7 reported that the affected home was linked to Nicolas through property records. The beachfront residence reportedly sold to the actor for $10.5 million in 2024.
Crews placed sandbags around neighboring properties as officials assessed the damage and the risk of further erosion.
© VCG via Getty ImagesThe City of Malibu declared a local emergency that evening, warning that the expanding hole was restricting access for residents and emergency services. Authorities also raised concerns about forecast high tides and rain associated with Hurricane Marie.
An evacuation order was issued for affected properties, with the American Red Cross establishing a temporary shelter at Malibu High School.
© GettyNicolas Cage's neighborhood faces lengthy repairs
The consequences extended beyond the actor's driveway. In a September 11 update, Malibu officials confirmed that evacuation orders and red tags remained in place for 31 properties. The damaged road was the neighborhood's only access route, leaving residents without normal vehicle access and potentially preventing emergency crews from reaching them.
The city said the homeowners association, supported by licensed engineers and contractors, was responsible for repairs. Officials were working with those involved to secure the necessary permits.
© FilmMagicAn October report subsequently documented permits for protective work at Nicolas's property, including debris removal, soil sampling and sandbags.
In its September update, the city acknowledged the upheaval facing those unable to return to their properties: "We understand the disruption this is causing residents in the area and appreciate their patience and understanding."
