Ray Nicholson talks about learning from dad Jack Nicholson: 'He's my inspiration'

Ray Nicholson, son of respected actor Jack Nicholson, shows love for his father.

The “Smile 2” actor shared on Monday how he learned from his father, who has starred in many iconic horror films, and called him his “inspiration” at the premiere of his new film, which hits theaters in October. . 18.

“Well, you know, we are very different people. I was born in 1992, he was born in 1937. The things that affect me don't necessarily affect him,” Ray Nicholson told Deadline at the premiere. “I love him. He is my inspiration.”

The “Licorice Pizza” actor, who recently appeared in a movie poster with a smile that resembled his father's creepy grin in the classic horror film “The Shining,” also spoke about how his father paved the way in his own acting style.

“I had dinner with him every night. I studied it. This is how I learned how to be human. Of course we’re going to be similar in some way,” Ray Nicholson said. “As far as talking goes, if he ever said something to me, I probably wouldn't investigate it myself because I'd be like, 'Of course you're the best, that's true,' and maybe not.” Work for me.

He added: “I love him. He is also my hero. I’m the happiest kid in the world.”

Jack Nicholson shares Ray Nicholson with actress Rebecca Broussard.

“Smile 2,” a sequel to 2022’s “Smile,” tells the story of a pop star affected by terrible events.

Ray Nicholson stars Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, Kyle Gallner, Lukas Gage, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Peter Jacobson, Raúl Castillo and Dylan Gelula.