Jack Nicholson on turning 70

 

How was turning 70 last year?

It improves your character. You’re more thoughtful because you don’t act as quickly anymore. When I turned 70 it was the first time I felt young for my age. But 50 dropped on me like a ton of bricks – something about the number.

What’s different now you’re growing older?

I used to be very quick. I’d be able to leave the room and be back before you’d notice it. When you can’t do that anymore you need to change your style of how you do things.

Have you thought about dying?

Plenty. Everybody has thoughts about if they want to buried or cremated. I want a big 25-foot pink statue that holds my grave. But I also like the way the Indians did it. They hang you up…