Nicolas Cage has an estimated net worth of $18 million. The actor has a reputation as a tireless worker; these days, his work ethic may have something to do with the back taxes he owes the IRS.As tax troubles forced him to sell his sprawling Southern Nevada estate back in 2009.Cage is said to owe the IRS over $6.6 million in back taxes and other debts dating back to 2002.

In addition to the IRS debts, East West Bank alleges Cage owes $2 million for a loan that was extended in August. It should me noted, however, that that claim is separate from the IRS filing.Cage sued his former business manager of eight years, Samuel Levin, whom he says led him "down a path toward financial ruin." He was forced to sell major assets and investments at a significant loss and was still facing huge tax liabilities because of Levin's incompetence, misrepresentations and recklessness.”

Cage’s $10 million Las Vegas mega mansion is just one of the failed would-be investments.His similarly-priced Bel-Air home was also for sale, as well as his $12 million Rhode Island residence.