Nicholson

Nicholson is a surname meaning "son of Nicholas." It appears in place names and as a family name across English-speaking countries.

The name most readily evokes American actor Jack Nicholson, known for intense performances in films like *The Shining* and *One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest*: He did his best Nicholson impression at the door.

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Oscar

Academy's golden award

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surname

genealogy

Study of family descent

patronymic · descent · bloodline · pedigree · Scottish · British · clan · family · crest · records

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Opposites
acting style/persona

NicholsonTom Hanks

Jimmy Stewart · Fred Rogers · Mr. Rogers · Henry Fonda · Dick Van Dyke

Hollywood persona/public image

NicholsonTom Hanks

Paul Newman · Clint Eastwood · George Clooney · Jimmy Stewart · Fred Astaire

Phrases
Family

Nicole, Nicholas

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