Nicolas Cage’s ex, Christina Fulton, has taken legal action against both Cage and their son, Weston Coppola Cage. She claims their 34-year-old son violently attacked her in April 2024. Fulton says Cage ignored serious mental-health warnings and enabled his son’s behavior, leading to the alleged assault. She argues that Cage should have taken responsibility and stepped in before things escalated.
Brutal attack in April 2024
The horrifying incident reportedly took place on April 28, 2024. According to court documents, Weston and Fulton were engaged in a heated dispute that escalated into violence. Initially, Fulton denied having an argument with her son. Instead, she claimed he was having a mental-health crisis, and she was trying to get him help. The lawsuit states that Weston’s condition had been deteriorating for some time, and Cage allegedly failed to intervene.
Weston arrested for assault with a deadly weapon
Authorities arrested Weston in July 2024 on charges of assault with a deadly weapon. He was later released on bond. Fulton, 57, described the attack as a “brutal assault” and insisted her son needed urgent help. She later filed a lawsuit, calling out Cage for allegedly failing to intervene and protect their troubled son from spiraling further. She claims the attack was preventable and that Cage’s negligence played a role in the tragic event.
Cage accused of enabling his son
Fulton’s lawsuit directly blames Nicolas Cage for failing to act. She claims Cage was fully aware of Weston’s violent history, psychological issues, and substance abuse. Despite this knowledge, she alleges, Cage chose to bail Weston out of jail multiple times, drink alcohol with him, and even pay for his Los Angeles condo, which is next to his own. Fulton insists that Cage ignored the warning signs and instead enabled his son’s destructive lifestyle.
Cage allegedly ignored mental-health warnings
The lawsuit claims that Cage neglected to ensure Weston received proper psychiatric care. Instead, he allegedly enabled his son’s reckless lifestyle by setting no rules or boundaries. Fulton argues that Cage knew—or should have known—that Weston posed a danger to others, including her. She believes that had Cage taken action earlier, the assault could have been avoided. Instead, she says, he continued to support Weston financially without ensuring he received the necessary help.
Severe injuries and career damage
Fulton’s lawsuit details severe and life-threatening injuries from the alleged attack. She claims Weston assaulted her in his condo building’s elevator, lobby, and parking lot, leaving her with a brain concussion, disfiguring eye injuries, dental trauma, PTSD, and psychological distress. Her recovery required extensive medical treatments and surgeries. She states that these injuries have deeply affected her ability to work and maintain a normal life.
Lawsuit demands justice
Fulton says the attack destroyed her flourishing career. At the time, she was filming a Netflix series and involved in major brand promotions. She claims she lost a multi-million-dollar business opportunity with her Cyclish brand due to the attack. Now, she is suing Cage for negligent supervision and negligent undertaking. Weston faces charges of assault, battery, and emotional distress. Both are being sued for negligence. Fulton insists that she deserves justice for the pain and suffering she has endured.
Nicolas Cage responds to lawsuit
Cage’s legal team dismissed Fulton’s lawsuit as “absurd and frivolous.” His attorney argued that Weston is a 34-year-old man, and Cage cannot be held responsible for his actions. The defense insists that Cage does not control Weston and had nothing to do with the alleged assault. Cage’s team maintains that the allegations are baseless and that Fulton is unfairly dragging him into the situation.
Seeking justice and compensation
Fulton has not disclosed the exact amount of damages she is seeking. However, she is demanding financial compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and emotional distress. The case is ongoing, and the legal battle is expected to intensify in the coming months. As the lawsuit unfolds, both sides will continue to present their arguments in what promises to be a high-profile court case.
