A massive sinkhole, measuring approximately 30ft by 30ft, has opened up outside a Malibu property reportedly owned by Academy Award-winning actor Nicolas Cage. The collapse occurred after heavy rainfall and high waves, linked to the remnants of Tropical Storm Marie, battered the Southern California coastline.
The structural failure began on Monday when neighbors were alerted to an initial 8ft sinkhole forming on the site. One nearby resident noted that, at that point, the homeowners were not overly concerned, adding, “We thought it could be fixed pretty quickly.” However, the situation escalated rapidly in the early hours of Tuesday morning when further ground gave way, expanding the crater to its current 30ft size.
The collapse consumed a significant portion of the home’s driveway, leaving behind a debris field of broken asphalt, concrete, and construction materials. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene early Tuesday to address a gas leak caused by the structural damage, which utility provider SoCalGas later confirmed had been successfully secured.
While the storm system remained offshore, it generated significant wave action that has been observed lapping directly into the sinkhole and flowing beneath the stanchions supporting the residence. Traffic cones have been positioned around the perimeter of the crater to warn of the danger.
Malibu city officials have since declared at least five homes on the street unsafe for occupancy. Residents have been warned that emergency access to the area is severely constrained and that the road may be impassable due to the extensive collapse. Local authorities have confirmed that no injuries have been reported in connection with the incident.
Nicolas Cage, who purchased the Malibu property in 2024, is widely recognized for his roles in films such as Leaving Las Vegas—for which he won an Oscar in 1996—as well as Face/Off, Con Air, Gone in 60 Seconds, Pig, Moonstruck, and The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent. The report also notes that watch: A crater opened up after a driveway collapsed in a house reportedly belonging to Hollywood star. The report also notes that the sinkhole, estimated to be 30ft (9.1m) by 30ft, appeared after the driveway collapsed and follows heavy rain in southern California over recent days. The report also notes that has asked representatives for Cage for comment. The report also notes that according to a report in the New York Times, external shortly after the sale, the actor bought the home in 2024.
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