In a startling revelation that has reignited discussions about cancel culture and the cost of legal battles, two-time Oscar winner Kevin Spacey has confirmed he is currently homeless. The actor, whose career was derailed by sexual assault allegations in 2017, shared his dire circumstances in a recent interview with The Telegraph, painting a picture of a fallen Hollywood star scraping by on sporadic gigs and the kindness of friends.
The news gained traction on social media, particularly through a viral X post that highlighted Spacey’s plight, complete with a clip from his emotional 2024 appearance on Piers Morgan Uncensored.
The Fall from Grace: A Recap of the Scandals
Spacey’s troubles began in October 2017 when actor Anthony Rapp accused him of making unwanted sexual advances when Rapp was just 14 years old. This opened the floodgates, with over a dozen men coming forward with similar claims of misconduct spanning decades. Spacey, known for iconic roles in films like The Usual Suspects (for which he won his first Oscar) and American Beauty (his second), as well as his starring turn in Netflix’s House of Cards, was swiftly dropped by the streaming giant and other projects.
The actor faced multiple legal battles in the U.S. and U.K. In 2022, a New York jury found him not liable in a civil suit brought by Rapp. The following year, a London court acquitted him on nine charges of sexual assault involving four men. Despite these victories, the damage was done—Spacey’s reputation was tarnished, and Hollywood largely turned its back on him.
Current Reality: Living Out of Suitcases
In his Telegraph interview, Spacey, now 66, described his nomadic existence: „I literally have no home. No house. No steady income. Living out of hotels, Airbnbs, and wherever friends will take me.” He explained that the „astronomical cost” of defending himself—running into many millions—combined with seven years of limited work has left him financially devastated. His Baltimore home, where he lived since 2012 while filming House of Cards, was foreclosed and sold at auction last year.
„I just went where the work was,” Spacey said, noting that all his belongings are in storage. He has managed to avoid bankruptcy so far but admits his situation is precarious. This echoes his tearful 2024 interview with Piers Morgan, where he first hinted at impending foreclosure, but the 2025 update confirms the worst has come to pass.
Scraping By: Nightclub Gigs and Indie Films
To make ends meet, Spacey has turned to unconventional avenues. He recently performed a one-night show titled „Songs & Stories” at a nightclub in Cyprus, crooning classics from the American songbook like Frank Sinatra’s „That’s Life” and Simon & Garfunkel’s „Bridge over Troubled Water.” Backed by a six-piece band, the event drew audiences willing to pay up to €1,200 per ticket. Spacey described singing as „like a second language” and said the gig „just sort of happened when I wanted to see, can I get up and sing for my supper again?”
On the film front, Spacey has appeared in six low-budget projects over the past three years, including directing the action thriller Holiguards. However, major studios remain wary. He likened his exile to the 1950s Hollywood blacklist, expressing hope that influential directors like Martin Scorsese or Quentin Tarantino could break the impasse. „We are in touch with some extremely powerful people who want to put me back to work,” he revealed.
Reflections on the Past and Hopes for the Future
Spacey maintains that the scandal is „in my rear-view mirror.” He has reflected deeply, taking accountability for past mistakes, including his secretive approach to his sexuality. „I am free from a lot of things I was not free from that were my own issues,” he stated. While denying a witch hunt, he criticized media coverage as „deliberately mean and unnecessary, and untrue,” but praised the public for their support.
Looking ahead, Spacey is optimistic about reclaiming stability. „The last seven years have offered me a lot of opportunity to reflect and be reminded of what I’m grateful for,” he said. If his career rebounds, he plans to settle down once more. For now, though, the actor who once commanded the screen as Frank Underwood finds himself adrift, a stark reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in the entertainment industry.