Nicolas Cage debuts dramatic gray hair and beard at Los Angeles museum opening

Actor Nicolas Cage made a striking appearance at the opening gala of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles on September 19. The 62-year-old star drew significant attention for a dramatic physical transformation, appearing with silver-gray hair and a full gray beard, a departure from his signature dark hair.

Cage attended the event alongside his 31-year-old wife, Riko Shibata. The couple posed on the red carpet together, with Cage wearing a dark blue patterned tuxedo jacket, a white shirt, and black trousers, while Shibata opted for an ivory-colored ensemble featuring a high-neck blouse and a long coat with sheer sleeves.

While it remains unclear if the change is for an upcoming film role or a personal choice, Cage has several upcoming projects, including the biographical film ‘Madden’ and a sequel to ‘Lord of War’. The museum opening was a high-profile event attended by other notable figures such as Steven Spielberg and Oprah Winfrey.