10 of Karen Black’s Most Memorable Performances Performances include roles alongside Jack Nicholson and Dennis Hopper Michael Balderston August 8, 2013 @ 4:26 PM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email Five Easy Pieces (1970) Black starred as Jack Nicholson's iritating girlfriend Rayette in this '70s classic. Black would receive her lone Oscar-nomination for the role. Read Next Met Gala 2025 Red Carpet: Colman Domingo, Zendaya, Diana Ross and More Look Superfine in Tailored Fashion | Photos Comments