Bath time for Nic Cage

HE has starred in Hollywood blockbusters and boasts a Best Actor Oscar but NICOLAS CAGE has finally reached the pinnacle of his career - switching on the Christmas lights in Bath.
The National Treasure star lit up the historic city last night after being introduced by Heart FM's TOBY ANSTIS.



And he told the crowd, "I'm feeling kind of electric right now, how about you?

"I can feel the electricity running down my right arm - I've got to switch something here."

Asked about his plans for Christmas the actor revealed he would be spending it in Somerset.

"I do like tradition and this will be my third holiday season in Bath with my family," he told the delighted crowd.
Local hero ... Nicolas Cage

"The most beautiful city in the world, right?"

Where he will actually be staying is a mystery as he recently sold off a townhouse and a mock gothic castle in the area, along with some of his US properties, to pay off a huge tax debt.

The 45-year-old had been looking for a school for his son in the area but was forced to put £5 million Midford Castle up for sale in October after being taken to court by the US government.

The skint star gave the occasion an ironic spin last night when he told the crowd.

"I wish you all prosperity in the New Year."

Right back at ya, Nic.



Bath lights ... the city is switched on


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