Nicolas Cage’s son Kal-El Coppola, 18, is completely unrecognizable all grown up as he’s seen for first time in 10 years
NICOLAS Cage’s son, Kal-El Coppola, has shocked fans with his first public appearance in 10 years.
The 18-year-old, who keeps a low profile, is all grown up.
Kal-El stepped out with his actor father, 60, by his side in Venice, Italy.
Nicolas was dressed in a brightly-colored two-piece outfit with Nike sneakers.
The Longlegs star hid his eyes behind dark sunglasses and accessorized with a silver watch.
His son kept it casual in an all-black outfit consisting of a T-shirt and sweatpants with matching sneakers.
Kal-El’s long hair flowed in the breeze as he walked, and his face was adorned with a beard.
Like his father, he hid his eyes behind dark sunglasses.
Nicolas’ second-oldest child has not been seen publicly since 2005.
The actor has three children all together: Weston, 33, Kal-El, and a baby daughter called August Francesca Coppola Cage.
CAGE CONTROVERSY
Kal-El’s sighting comes days after his older brother, Weston Cage Coppola, was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly attacking his mother.
The U.S. Sun confirmed on July 10 that Weston was booked in Los Angeles weeks after his mom Christina Fulton was seen with a badly bruised face from a physical confrontation with him during a mental health crisis.
“I can confirm that Weston Cage Coppola was arrested today for assault with a deadly weapon,” a spokesperson for the LAPD said at the time.
“He was arrested by LAPD’s 77th Division.”
Weston was released on a $150,000 bail at around 10am.
Weston's troubled past
Wednesday's arrest isn't the only time Weston has gotten in trouble with the law.
In 2011, Weston was arrested twice for domestic violence after allegedly getting into an argument that turned physical with his now ex-wife Nikki Williams.
Court was released on a $50,000 bail, ABC News reported.
Six years later, in 2017, Weston was arrested for a DUI and a hit-and-run.
Police were first called to the scene after the heavy metal musician fled the scene of a separate accident which took place one mile away.
Police said that Weston hit several signs, parked cars, and mailboxes before finally crashing into a tree.
He was arrested on a $30,000 bail.
“The family knew this was going to happen but needless to say, it is a very big shock,” a source close to the family shared with The U.S. Sun.
It is believed that Nicolas bailed his son out of jail.
A source close to the situation confirmed to The U.S. Sun that Weston’s arrest was in connection to an April assault on his mother, Christina.
She addressed the harrowing situation in a statement, sharing the “horrific” details with fans.
“Weston and I had no argument prior to the incident,” she said.
“On Sunday, April 28, I was reached out to by several of Weston’s best friends for assistance because they were experiencing Weston in a mental-health crisis.”
When Christina arrived to where her son was, she said she “acted swiftly to ensure Weston’s safety.”
“Upon my arrival, I was met by my son who clearly was in a state of a mental health breakdown, which in turn became a horrific experience,” she added.
“I have always supported helping my son with mental health struggles.”
“I am doing all I can to get him the continued support he needs.”
Police said that Weston and his actress mother got into a verbal agreement before the alleged assault took place, and she was left covered in bruises, as reported by People.
LAPD confirmed to People that a battery report was taken at the time of the incident.
Weston has been in trouble with the law in the past.
In 2017, the National Treasure actor’s son was arrested for DUI and hit-and-run.
Weston, 26 at the time, was arrested for driving under the influence, as reported by People.
Authorities said he hit several signs, parked cars, and mailboxes before crashing into a tree.
The police were initially called to the scene after Weston allegedly fled the scene of a separate incident that occurred a mile away.
After an examination at the hospital, he was charged with SUI and arrested on $30,000 bail.
Weston also faced domestic violence charges after a dispute with his now ex-wife Nikki Williams, according to ABC News.
CHRISTINA’S PAIN
After her son’s most recent arrest, Christina shared photos revealing the true extent of her injuries.
In the photo, she was seen with extensive injuries on her eye and cheek.
She released another statement, this time exclusively to The U.S. Sun, about the incident.
“On April 28th, 2024, around 5:30pm I received urgent messages from friends of my son, Weston Cage regarding his deteriorating mental state, urging me to come help,” she said.
“When I arrived to offer support and console him, he was already in the midst of a manic rage.
“Within minutes, I was brutally assaulted and sustained serious injuries.
“Despite my desperate pleas to the responding Police officers to detain him for a mental health evaluation, the Police officers refused my request and neglected my urgent need for my medical attention.
“As a mother, I am deeply saddened and concerned about Weston’s ongoing mental health crisis.
“It is imperative that he receives the help he desperately needs.”
