Jack Nicholson’s Daughter Recalls Her Close Friendship with His Paramour Lara Flynn Boyle
Jack Nicholson’s daughter Lorraine Nicholson used to be close friends with one of her father’s paramours, Lara Flynn Boyle.
A Heartbreaking Breakup
Lorraine, 34, wrote in a Friday, January 24, essay for Vanity Fair that she and Boyle were best friends when she was 9 years old. Boyle, now 54, started dating Nicholson, now 87, in 1999.
The essay revealed that Lorraine didn’t learn about the car accident that Boyle and Nicholson were involved in from a family member, but instead from “a nosy mother at school.” Nicholson wanted to introduce Boyle to his children on his own terms.
Meeting Lara
Lorraine recalled the first day Lara was introduced to her and her siblings. She described the scene as “the sun reflecting on the water, the sound of wind chimes in the trees” and remembered what Lara wore – a thong bathing suit with flames licking up the crotch.
Lorraine said she was too afraid to speak to Lara, but instead watched her surreptitiously from the shallow end of the pool as she read a book on a plastic raft.
A Lasting Impression
Lorraine said that she was captivated by Boyle’s charm, confidence, and compassion. She remembered how Boyle sensed that she was a self-harmer and told her stories about the time she had to wear knee socks to hide her scratched-up shins.
Lorraine said that she “grabbed onto” Boyle like she was made of glue and that Boyle acted as a bridge between Nicholson and his children.
The Breakup
Jack and Boyle eventually called it quits in 2004, and Lorraine still has “no clue why.” She remembered waking up one snowy winter morning to find that Boyle had vanished, leaving her with tears.
According to Lorraine, the last words Boyle ever told her were, “I’ll always have you in my heart, baby.” Lorraine has not seen Boyle since her breakup with Jack.
Conclusion
Lorraine’s essay provides a unique perspective on her father’s relationships and the impact they had on his children. Her story serves as a reminder that even though relationships may end, the memories and lessons learned can last a lifetime.
FAQs
Q: Who is Lara Flynn Boyle?
A: Lara Flynn Boyle is an American actress who started dating Jack Nicholson in 1999.
Q: How old was Lorraine Nicholson when she became friends with Lara Flynn Boyle?
A: Lorraine Nicholson was 9 years old when she became friends with Lara Flynn Boyle.
Q: Why did Jack Nicholson and Lara Flynn Boyle break up?
A: Lorraine Nicholson still has “no clue why” Jack Nicholson and Lara Flynn Boyle broke up in 2004.
Q: What was the last thing Lara Flynn Boyle said to Lorraine Nicholson?
A: The last thing Lara Flynn Boyle said to Lorraine Nicholson was, “I’ll always have you in my heart, baby.”