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1937–

Jack Nicholson

Actor, most nominated male actor in Academy history

ESTPEnneagram 7w8
Personality Profile
Jack Nicholson
ESTP
Enneagram 7w8
E
Extraverted
Energized by people and action
S
Sensing
Focuses on facts and details
T
Thinking
Decides based on logic and analysis
P
Perceiving
Prefers flexibility and spontaneity

Estimated Big Five Profile

Openness
35%
Conscientiousness
34%
Extraversion
72%
Agreeableness
38%
Neuroticism
35%

* Estimated from MBTI type. Take the Big Five test for your own precise scores.

Why ESTP?

Nicholson's bold physical presence (Se), quick-witted charm (Ti), hedonistic lifestyle, and electric in-the-moment performance style are classic ESTP.

Key Personality Traits

1Bold electric screen presence
2Quick-witted charm
3Living fully in the moment
4Hedonistic lifestyle choices

Notable Achievements

  • 3 Academy Awards, 12 nominations (most for any male actor)
  • One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, The Shining, As Good as It Gets
  • Defined charismatic anti-hero archetype
  • 50+ year career of iconic performances

You only lie to two people in your life — your girlfriend and the police.

Jack Nicholson

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