The New York Times Crossword · 19-Across · 5 letters

Actor Nick of “The Prince of Tides” The New York Times Crossword clue

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NOLTE

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NOLTE supplies the surname of actor Nick Nolte. The quoted film credit identifies which Nick the clue means and fixes the five-letter family name.

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A first name plus a film credit asks for the actor's surname.

Who or what the answer is

Nick Nolte is an American actor who appeared in the film The Prince of Tides.

Where this clue appeared

19-Across in The New York Times Crossword puzzle for September 5, 2026.

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