All About Jack Nicholson’s Look-Alike Son (and Fellow Scream King) Ray Nicholson

Mar. 15, 2025

Ray Nicholson and Jack Nicholson.Photo:John Salangsang/Shutterstock; Tom Wargacki/WireImage

John Salangsang/Shutterstock; Tom Wargacki/WireImage

Ray Nicholson is the spitting image of his father, Oscar-winning actorJack Nicholson.

Jack and actressRebecca Broussardwelcomed Ray in February 1992. The couple, who were never married and split in 1993 after six years together, also share a daughter named Lorraine.

“My dad and I don’t talk that much about acting. I think I’d probably hang on to his word too much. You know, I think it’s important for me to find my way,” he toldCBS Mornings. “And with the smile, funny enough, my mom says, ‘You know Ray, you were such a beautiful boy, and then you started to look like your father.’ "

Here’s everything to know about Jack Nicholson’s youngest son, Ray Nicholson.

He was born in Los Angeles

Jack Nicholson and Ray Nicholson in 2014.Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Ray was born in Los Angeles on Feb. 20, 1992, to Jack and Broussard. He attended Brentwood School where he played football, according to theSanta Monica Mirror.

The budding actor hasn’t spoken much about his childhood, but he did tellDeadlinein 2024 that he remembers eating dinner with his dad “every night.”

He is an actor

Ray Nicholson at the Los Angeles premiere of ‘Smile 2’ in 2024.Phillip Faraone/Getty

Phillip Faraone/Getty

The youngest Nicholson son has “always wanted to be an actor,” as he toldEntertainment Tonightin 2024. Ray landed his first role inThe Benchwarmers(2006) and has gone on to star inPromising Young WomanandPrime Video’sPanic.

He also played oppositeDiane KrugerinOut of the Blueand portrayedZoey Deutch’s love interest inSomething from Tiffany’s. However, his role inSmile 2, as movie star Paul Hudson, propelled him into the public eye.

“Let me tell you about Ray, he’s so incredible,” costarNaomi ScotttoldThe Hook. “He’s not just a consummate professional, he also brought an energy that was much needed. He lifted my spirits. I think he’s so special.”

He is a big Los Angeles Lakers fan

Jack Nicholson and Ray Nicholson at a Los Angeles Lakers game in 2016.Noel Vasquez/GC Images

Noel Vasquez/GC Images

Born and raised in L.A., Ray is a devoted Lakers fan and often attends games with his dad.

The father-son duo have been spotted sitting courtside at the Crypto.com Arena on numerous occasions, including during theNBA playoffs in May 2023.

He has five siblings

Jack Nicholson, Lorraine Nicholson and Raymond Nicholson.Mirek Towski/FilmMagic

Mirek Towski/FilmMagic

After Lorraine and Ray were born in 1990 and 1992, respectively, Jack had his youngest daughter, Tessa Gourin, in 1994.

Ray has a close relationship with his dad

Jack Nicholson and Ray Nicholson at a Lakers game in 2016.Noel Vasquez/GC Images

Jack and Ray have always shared a close bond. While speaking withDeadlinein October 2024, theSmile 2actor called Jack his “inspiration.” He added, “I love him. He’s also my hero. I’m the luckiest kid in the world.”

TheBatmanalum previously spoke about raising Ray and Lorraine withAARP The Magazinein 2008.

“We’ve always gotten along. I want to be inspirational, or some kind of good influence on them without overburdening them,” Jack said. “I always read to them, from childhood on. I took them to things I knew they might not love — opera, ballet. And they are very comfortable around show business; they are good set rats.”

He is dating model Sara Sampaio

Sara Sampaio and Ray Nicholson at the ‘Vanity Fair’ Oscar party in 2024.Steve Granitz/FilmMagic)

Steve Granitz/FilmMagic)

Ray and former Victoria’s Secret AngelSara Sampaiohave been linked since the summer of 2023. The couple made their red carpet debut atVanity Fair’s Oscar party in March 2024, and Sampaio isn’t shy about sharing their love on social media.

“My valentine ❤️ how did I get so lucky?” she wrote onInstagramalongside several photos of Ray in February 2024.

Ray channeled his dad’s iconic acting inSmile 2

Ray Nicholson in ‘Smile 2’.Courtesy of Paramount Pictures

Courtesy of Paramount Pictures

“With Ray, he auditioned for that role. The audition was so strong,” Finn toldEntertainment Weeklyin October 2024. “Of course, Jack Nicholson is one of my favorite actors of all time. I love that Ray has very strong genes, and his smile, instantly, I was like, ‘Oh my God, it’s like looking at a young Jack.’ "

Audiences immediately noticed how Ray’s creepy grin inSmile 2was strikingly similar to the one Jack became famous for afterThe Shiningpremiered in 1980.

“Well, our faces do look alike. We’re related,” Ray joked while speaking toEntertainment Tonightabout his eerie smile on display in the film. He also toldDeadline, of his father’s composure, “I studied it, that’s how I learned to be a human being. So, of course we’re gonna be kind of similar.”

source: people.com