At 79, Michael Douglas Finally Admits the Truth About His Marriage

not reaching necessarily outside of yourself but nurturing what is inside of yourself and drawing the best from everybody that you're around and giving the best uh there has been another instance in which Michael Douglas a legendary actor who is renowned for his versatility and profound influence on the film business has made news at this time it is not for a brand new movie but rather for something that is far more personal a great number of assumptions and guesses have surfaced as a result of the popular online rumors that he is divorcing Katherine Zeta Jones Michael Douglas has now begun to speak out about his marriage despite the fact that the couple has been silent on the matter for a considerable amount of time which of the truths did he admit let's take a look at Michael's early life and his profession as an amazing actor before we go into the events that took place between him and his wife early life the 25th of September 1944 found Michael Kirk Douglas being born in the city of New Brunswick New Jersey he was the first child of Kirk Douglas a legendary figure in the world of Hollywood and Diana Dill who was a model and actress at the time it was their first marriage Michael was exposed to the exciting world of acting at a young age which helped to his subsequent success in the entertainment industry Michael was raised in a family that had Deep Roots across the entertainment industry the life of Michael was not devoid of difficulties despite the fact that he was raised in a wealthy household his parents got a divorce divorce when he was just 6 years old and this event had a significant influence on his life going forward in order to accommodate their mother and her new spouse he and his brother Joel were compelled to relocate to the same residence in spite of this event Michael maintained a strong bond with his father and made it a habit to pay him visits when he was working on film sets it was during these occasions that he began to feel a great interest to the Performing profession due to the fact that he seen his father perform he developed a great desire to pursue the same career path after attending Alan Stevenson School in New York City Michael moved on to Eagle Brooks School in Deerfield Massachusetts where he was approximately one year younger than all of his classmates Michael eventually became the youngest student in the entire School the most recent location he visited was the illustrious Cho Rosemary Hall which is located in Wallingford Connecticut over the course of his time at Cho Rosemary Hall Michael demonstrated his growing passion for acting by joining the drama club and contributing to the money raised for school productions Michael was adamant about following in his Father's Footsteps and becoming an actor but his father was adamantly opposed to the family's decision career Kirk had the impression that the business world was a complex web of highs and lows that carried the possibility of entangling his kid Michael was adamant about his goals of becoming an actor despite the fact that he wanted the best for his son following his graduation from high school in 1963 Michael went on to pursue a further education at the University of California Santa Barbara where he majored in acting he committed himself to gaining a deeper understanding of acting and Stage performance while he was attending the university this was a combination that would help him improve his abilities as an aspiring actor in the next few years it was during Michael's time at the University of California Santa Barbara that he became more committed to acting which laid the groundwork for his subsequent career Fatal Attraction Michael cognizant of the significance of gaining practical experience actively sought out opportunities to gain hands-on experience in order to enhance his profession in spite of the vast amount of information that he had acquired from the University he was aware that practical experience in the industry was necessary in order to achieve equilibrium in a field that was highly competitive because of this he became the assistant director for his father Kirk Douglas who was in charge of the production he was able to gain an understanding of the complexities of Film Production as well as the requirements of the industry through this position after a short period of time Michael's hard work paid off and he was able to secure a modest but significant role as a Jeep driver in the film that his father had directed Cast a Giant Shadow it was not only the role that laid the groundwork for his future career but it also provided him with the Practical experience that he need in order to grow in the sector Michael was able to acquire firsthand knowledge of several aspects of Film Production such as the process of filming the costs involved and the Charisma and bravery that are necessary to distinguish oneself as an actor through this experience he was able to acquire skills that are of Great Value and a more in-depth understanding of the sector which provided him with a solid foundation for his future career after graduating from the University of California Santa Barbara with a bachelor's degree in drama Michael embarked on a journey to pursue a career in acting out in the world in spite of the fact that his father was well known in the film industry Michael desired to establish a name for himself people were already referring to him as the new Kirk Douglas at the time but he was determined to forge his own way in the production industry in order to accomplish this he purposefully selected characters that were diametrically opposed to those played by his father he opted for roles that were Meek hippie and wimpy after beginning his career by appearing in a few films Michael steadily worked his way up to the top of the industry 1969 was the year that he was cast in his first Major Cinema role which was in the film hail hero Carl Dixon a young student who had left school to join the Army in the goal of utilizing love rather than bullets to defeat the Viet Kong was the character that he played his performance in this film garnered him a nomination for the Golden Globe Award in the category of most promising male newcomer despite the fact that it did not achieve broad a claim this minor achievement served as a stepping stone for his career Yet Michael remained resilient and hopeful for greater and more promising prospects despite the fact that he had only achieved a small amount of renown in the film Adams at 6: a.m. which was directed by Robert sheerer and released in 1970 he portrayed the part of a university Professor who find himself Torn Between the desire to pursue love and the need to return to his career he was cast in the film Summer Tree later that year 1971 as a result of his unwavering commitment and tireless efforts in spite of the fact that these films did not provide him the Acclaim he desired they did assist him in developing his acting abilities and expanding his range which ultimately led to more favorable possibilities Michael never wavered in his determination and commitment to his Endeavors as he continued to appear in a number of other films he continued to hone his acting abilities and increase his level of Mastery he had no idea that the next job he would play would Propel him to the Forefront of celebrities to suggest that success can be unpredictable at times is a safe statement to make with his performance in the television series The Streets of San Francisco Michael's acting career took a significant turn for the better in the television program that ran from 1972 until 1977 Michael played the role of Inspector Steve Keller and Carl Malden an experienced actor also appeared in the show additionally Michael's great performance won him three straight Emmy Award nominations further confirming his place as a prominent player in the television business this time around the show garnered considerable popularity and Michael's performance got him the nominations additionally Michael established a strong connection with Malden referring to him as his mentor and describing him as someone whom he genuinely liked and revered despite the fact that he had left the program Michael continued to have a long-lasting friendship with his mentor until the latters passing in 2009 not only does this demonstrate that Michael is a kind and thankful individual but it also demonstrates that he is someone who appreciates longlasting connections and identifies exceptional chances despite the fact that Michael's acting career was still going strong he made the decision to investigate other fields in addition to acting I had my first taste of love and achievement in my job following the completion of the filming of Summer Tree in 1971 Michael became involved with Brenda vakaro an American film actress who is best known for her roles in the films once is not enough Capricorn 1 and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood when Michael saw Brenda for the first time in the movie The Midnight Cowboy he fell head over heels in love with her and persuaded his father to cast her in the movie Summer Tree throughout the course of their relationship the Hollywood couple was frequently seen together attending events that were attended by a large number of celebrities such as the 47th and 48th Academy Awards the year 1973 saw Michael and Brenda living together in Beverly Hills where they were experiencing the most wonderful times of their life falling down nevertheless their relationship went from bad to worse when Brenda fell in love with actor Don strad after she had promised to marry Michael which left Michael in a state of heartbreak Brenda conveyed her profound remorse for the activities she had taken as part of an interview at long last the time had come to announce that we were going to be doing it for real she stated my initial response was yes but I ultimately changed my mind I made a terrible mistake with that one in spite of the devastating event he went through Michael was able to keep going forward thanks to his determination and his passion for acting during the course of his acting career he made the decision to venture into the realm of new dramatic genres by accepting a role in the movie Napoleon and Samantha his ability to relate with both children and animals is demonstrated in this movie by the fact that he plays himself as a young man who is empathetic and helps two youngsters take care of their lion that is getting older during the time when Michael was still working on the Streets of San Francisco he made the decision to take his career to the next level by entering the film editing industry after his father's attempt to adapt Ken Key's novel One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest into a movie was unsuccessful he sought out to his father in order to purchase the rights to the novel The Novel was adapted into a cinematic Masterpiece in 1975 which was Michael's opportunity to demonstrate his creative Powers the movie was a huge success as evidenced by the fact that it was awarded more than five Academy Awards including best picture Best Director best screenplay best actor and best actress and that it made more than $180 million at the box office not only did this accomplishment highlight Michael's abilities as a producer but it also heralded the beginning of a more successful career in the entertainment industry Hollywood the American president Michael was able to resume his acting career in the late 1970s despite the fact that he had achieved success as a producer Michael took on jobs that would further demonstrate his flexibility as an actor in order to solidify his position as a well-known personality in the profession coma a medical Thriller that was released in 1978 featured him in the role of a hospital doctor the film's depiction of medical negligence and conspiracy kept audiences hooked to their screens throughout the entire film following the breakup of his relationship with Brenda vicaro Michael made the decision to restart his romantic relationship in 1977 he tied the knot with Deandra lucer who was just 19 years old at the time 2 years later in 1978 they welcomed their son Cameron into the world which resulted in the formation of a unique connection and a feeling of accomplishment in his life Michael's offscreen personality is plagued with addictions that even his exceptional Talent is unable to overcome despite the fact that his onscreen personality displayed a man who possessed remarkable Talent there are personal struggles in demons Michael had a difficult time controlling his substance consumption behind the scenes he became dependent on narcotics and alcohol as a means of coping with the pressures that he faced in Hollywood which when paired with the expectations that his renowned father Kirk Douglas had for him contributed to his struggle Cameron was negatively affected by his father's addiction which not only caused tension in his relationship with his wife but also had a detrimental effect on his kid in spite of the fact that he was addicted to substances Michael continued to further his acting career by taking on additional film roles the film Runner which explored the mental and physical problems that athletes encounter featured him in the part of a troubled Marathon Runner the film was a film that explored the challenges that Sportsmen face because of his performance he was able to depict the intense struggle and resolve of his character which added another layer to his ever expanding repertoire the year 1979 was a significant turning point for Michael not only in his career as an actor but also in his career as a producer it was in the film The China Syndrome that he starred with Jane Fonda and Jack Lemon which he also produced uncannily the film which was about an accident that occurred at a nuclear power plant was able to predict the event that took place at 3M Island which took place just 12 days after the film was released at the time the movie movie was regarded as one of the most brilliant pictures produced in Hollywood throughout the 1970s additionally it was lauded for its direct criticism on the unethical practices of Corporations and the protection of the environment in the 1980s Michael's career as an actor and producer reached New Heights thanks to a string of films that were commercially successful over the course of that decade he made his debut as a leading man in the Romantic Adventure film Romancing the Stone which was directed by Robert zamis and released in 1984 due to the fact that Michael had begun working on the project several years earlier this movie held a specific significance for that particular individual fans from all around the world were enthralled by the film's combination of romantic elements comedic elements and exciting Elements which led to an astounding amount of more than $100 million being made at the box office this time around Michael demonstrated his versatility by taking on a variety of roles traffic in 1984 he was honored with the producer of the Year award from the National Association of theater owners for his work on this musical Michael who was riding high on the success of Romancing the Stone collaborated with Turner and DeVito in 1985 to make the Jewel of the Nile which was a sequel to Romancing the Stone the fact that Michael was dedicated to writing stories of high quality assured that the film was yet another profitable Endeavor Michael's status as a producer as well as his status as a director was further solidified by this film after taking a significant amount of time off from acting Michael made his comeback to the big screen in 1987 featuring in two of the most successful films of the year he had a starring role in the critically acclaimed psychological Thriller Fatal Attraction which he shared with Glenn Close viewers were on the edge of their seats as they watched the movie because of its depiction of betrayal and addiction Michael played the part of Gordon gecko a vicious corporate Raider in Oliver Stones Wall Street which was released in the same year as a result of Michael's extraordinary abilities he was able to bring to life a Persona that exemplified the avarice and excess that characterized the world of Finance in the 1980s it is a credit to his impressive performance that he was awarded the Academy Award for best actor when his acting talents were so great that they garnered him the award greed is good which he used as his slogan is still one of the most remembered lines in the culture of Finance throughout the 19 1980s throughout the latter half of the 1980s and during the 1990s Michael continued to demonstrate his acting abilities Michael appeared in the film The War of Roses in 1989 together with Danny DeVito and Kathleen Turner which was a reunion for the actor this dark comedy which was directed by Danny DeVito and was about a couple's contentious divorce highlighted Michael's ability to combine drama and dark humor which earned him additional accolades for his versatility it was in the same year that Michael made his debut in the realm of international crime drama Black Rain directed by Ridley Scott featured him in the role of a New York police officer who became involved in a potentially hazardous inquiry behind the calabra this movie provided evidence of Michael's versatility because he took on a character that demanded tremendous action and he came out on top demonstrating his actual ability as a dynamic actor in The sensual Thriller Basic Instinct which was directed by Paul verhoven and released in 1992 Michael played the role of Nick Curran a San Francisco homicide investigator who was investigating the death of rock and roll musician Johnny boss there was a lot of controversy surrounding this film because of the way it portrayed lesbianism and bisexuality on the other hand Michael gave the outstanding performance that he always does the fact that he is able to take on even the most difficult and contentious roles is another evidence of his talent Michael's performances in basic Instinct and Fatal Attraction in which he played roles that were quite similar to one another led many people to believe that he was being typ cast in roles that pitted men against women on the other hand one should not rely on a movie to form an opinion about a person because a movie is not an accurate portrayal of reality Michael continued to make appearances in a number of films despite the suspicions and speculations that began to circulate in March of 1994 Michael made an announcement that marked yet another another significant milestone in his career he announced the establishment of his new Film Production firm which was called Douglas Ruther Productions Steve Ruther played a partner in this endeavor through this new Endeavor he demonstrated his desire to broaden his influence within the media industry in Hollywood within the same year Michael collaborated with Demi Moore on the critically acclaimed film named disclosure the film placed a significant emphasis on indecent harassment and the negative connotations that are as associated with it in order to address the regular transgressions that occur in professional settings Michael played a man who is subjected to sexual harassment at the hands of his new female supervisor this film struck a chord with viewers on a profound level particularly those who have been through experiences that are comparable the outstanding performances and widespread popularity that Michael has garnered over the years have earned him a number of honors not just as an actor but also as a model for actors who are just starting out that he had such a huge impact on the industry is something that should be acknowledged within the context of the carav VAR International Film Festival he was presented with the crystal Globe Award in recognition of his exceptional artistic contribution to the field of International Cinema as a result of his performance in Wall Street he was also awarded an Academy Award his prominence as a top tier actor and his long impact on the film business were both demonstrated by these accolades which were a monument to his his status the decade of the 1990s was marked by Michael's sustained dominance in the film business which he achieved through a string of remarkable performances alongside Robert Duval he had one of the most dramatic performances of his career in 1933 when he appeared in the controversial drama falling down directed by Joel Schumacher it was in this movie that he played the part of a guy who was brought to the edge of his sanity by the strains of society as a result of his profound portrayal of the character he received recognition which demonstrated his ability to handle roles that are challenging there were a lot of excellent reviews for this movie and it made more than $96 million worldwide despite having a budget of only $25 million in addition to this the film was able to achieve the highest grossing position at the box office in the United States within the first two weeks after its release in addition Michael had a starring role in the film The Ghost and the Darkness which was directed by Steven Hopkins and released in 1966 due to the fact that he was portrayed in this film as a skillful Hunter who was charged with stopping a pair of maning lions his courageous spirit and passion for Humanity were shown his failed marriage to Lori on November 19th 1997 Michael hit another major milestone in his career as a Hollywood power player by founding his fourth Film Production Company further films this move underscored his understanding of collaboration and commitment to the Hollywood industry his collaboration with director David Fincher in the game was another hit as he navigated a more complex role filled with suspense and psychological twists he portrayed Nicholas van Orton an investment banker caught in a mysterious and life-changing game his gripping performance received worldwide Acclaim adding another layer to his impressive list of Thrillers in 1998 Michael paid homage to Alfred Hitchcock with his role in a perfect murder a modern remake of the 1954 classic Thriller dial M for Murder in this gripping drama he played a wealthy man trying to kill his wife highlighting his talent for portraying morally complex characters Michael Douglas's acting career in the 2000s with Michael's extraordinary performances in several movies he quickly became a cultural phenomenon and a favorite actor among viewers his mannerisms and on-screen demeanor became an imprint for younger actors to follow as Michael progressed in his career he continued to engage viewers with his wide range of films the New Millennium brought even more opportunities for Michael to demonstrate his acting skills despite his extensive filmography it is his unwavering consistency and dedication to the industry that will cement his legacy Michael's love for acting continued to steer him towards taking on more roles in movies and expanding his repertoire in the early 2000s Michael entered into a phase of diverse film roles and family collaboration he starred in Steven saber's critically acclaimed film traffic where he performed alongside bonio Del Toro and his future wife Katherine Zeta Jones their exceptional performance earned them a Screen Actor Guild award for outstanding performance by a cast and emotion picture that same year Michael received widespread praise for his role in wonder booys where he portrayed a professor and novelist struggling with writer block his subtle performance earned him nominations for a Golden Globe award for best actor in a drama and a bafta award for best actor in a leading role reinforcing his status as one of Hollywood's most versatile and respected actors despite these major Awards Michael faced several challenges in his marriage his drug addiction continued to strain his marriage which led to a divorce from his wife Deandra luer Cameron's addiction their divorce made headlines as one of the most expensive divorce settlements in Hollywood with Deandra receiving a staggering sum of $45 million in a settlement after finalizing his div from Deandra luer in June 2000 Michael rekindled his relationship with Katherine Zeta Jones whom he met in 1998 Michael and Katherine crossed paths for the first time at the doville film festival in France in August 1998 immediately he set his eyes on her he was instantly captivated by her beauty Michael recalled the awkward moment when he almost messed up his game when he first saw her the first thing he said was I'm going to be the father of your children this St statement didn't sit well with Catherine who responded I've heard a lot about you and I've seen a lot about you and I think it's time that I said good night however Michael remained persistent sending her roses and an apology letter for his comment after much persuasion she finally succumbed to his proposal despite the horrible stories she heard about him lawsuits could this be because of his money fame or true love well we will find out as their love story progresses on New Year's Eve in 1999 Michael took the Bold step and proposed to Katherine in Aspen Colorado with a stunning 10 karat diamond ring they welcomed their first son Dylan Douglas on August 8th 2000 in Los Angeles one year after their engagement Michael tied the knot with Catherine in a lavish ceremony at the Plaza Hotel in New York City on November 18th 2000 despite a lot of people having reservations about their relationship due to their age difference and the circumstances surrounding his first divorce Michael and Katherine appeared to be the most excited couple of the Year paying no attention to their reservations the star studded wedding was one of the most talked about weddings of the year with guests including celebrities Goldie Han Jack Nicholson Barbara Walters and Tom Hanks the couple's wedding photos were sold to Okay magazine for a reported $1.4 million with the proceeds donated to charity after his wedding in 2000 Michael continued to pursue his career as an actor in 2001 he starred in the psychological Thriller don't say a word a role he took on just before his highly publicized marriage to Katherine Zeta Jones he played Dr Nathan Conrad a psychiatrist racing to save his kidnapped daughter the movie's gripping storyline and Michael's intense performances showcased his ability to delve into the lives of the complex characters during the filming of Intolerable Cruelty Catherine discovered she was pregnant with her second child this joyful news brought excitement and love to the family the couple welcomed their second child together daughter Caris Zada Douglas on Easter Sunday in 2003 marking a new chapter in their lives that same year Michael took on a very personal project it runs in the family this unique movie brought together three generations of the Douglas family his legendary father Kirk his mother Diana and his son Cameron showcasing the acting abilities of the Douglas family despite the show of family love and affection it struggled to gain popularity this setback didn't stop Michael from pursuing his career that same year he starred in the comedy film the in-laws where he took on the role of Steve Tobias a CIA operative his performance brought a humorous touch to the film showing his skills in mixing drama with comedy Michael received recognition for his illustrious career once again in4 he was awarded the prestigious Cecil B demill award at the 2004 Golden Globes this award was a testament to his significant contributions to the Cinematic world and interestingly he and his father Kirk Douglas are the only father and son to have both been awarded this recognition this shows how exceptional the duo are despite his remarkable achievements Michael continued to face numerous challenges in his life his struggles highlighted the fact that even wealthy people experience difficult and trying times in 2003 Michael found himself in the midst of an intimate misconduct allegation the in ENT Drew media attention and sparked widespread discussion about accountability and transparency in the Hollywood industry Susan broad who had worked for Michael in the late 1980s alleged that the actor once played with himself in front of her during a script meeting at his home she also alleged that he was prone to making vulgar jokes and comments about her body during their time working together Michael denied the allegations calling them an unfortunate and complete fabrication Michael's wife also expressed her dissatisfaction with the allegations she said my children and I were profoundly devastated by those allegations and I was torn about where my absolute morals lie this case was however dismissed due to insufficient evidence this highlighted the challenges celebrities face due to public scrutiny while Michael prided himself on being a renowned actor his addictions and Imperfections left a negative imprint on his son's life Cameron grew up in the shadow of his famous family where his father and grandfather Kirk Douglas were already Hollywood Legends despite the privilege it brought he struggled to find his path how do you compete with Kirk Douglas how do you live in Michael Douglas's Shadow Cameron questioned Cameron's early days were marked by legal troubles and addiction issues in 2009 he was arrested for possession of methamphetamine he pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 5 years in prison in 2010 during his period of incarceration he displayed his deviant Behavior by smuggling substances into the prison showing his Strong Addiction to substances just like his father this led to an additional sentence of 2 years leading to 7 years in total this had a huge impact on Michael Douglas as he blamed himself for the path his son had chosen to follow Cameron was finally released in 2016 following this major hurdle Michael faced another challenging moment one that almost ended his career in 2010 doctors diagnosed Michael with stage four for cancer it later turned out to be tongue cancer the news was devast ating for both his family and his career Michael underwent radiation and chemotherapy to treat a tumor at the base of his tongue during this period Catherine stood by his side providing unwavering support throughout his treatment however the stress took a toll on her especially seeing her husband through rigorous treatments the death of Kirk Douglas the hardest part is seeing his fatigue because Michael is never tired she shared if there's anything Michael has it's strength after several months of receiving treatments Michael announced he was free from cancer this news brought life and hope to the couple who were on the verge of losing hope despite his recovery he continued to go on regular medical checkups to monitor his health status as the couple celebrated Michael's Victory from cancer they were unaware of the storm that was brewing one that would put their love to the test the Epic breakup in 2013 after 13 years together the couple announced their separation leaving fans and the media stunned their admirers who saw them as Hollywood's most powerful couple were heartbroken the couple gave no hint as to the reason for their separation this generated widespread speculation some assumed that the stress from Michael's cancer treatment and Katherine's struggle with bipolar 2 disorder had taken a toll on their marriage Michael afterwards disclosed in an interview that he contracted HPV through oral which led to his cancer this Revelation further strained their relationship as Michael didn't clarify that he contracted the sickness before he met Catherine during their period of Separation Michael attended the doville film festival the place where the couple first met his film Behind the Candelabra was scheduled to open the festival as the star walked on the red carpet alone Whispers of their breakup echoed in the background however in September 2013 Michael attended the prime Emmy Awards and upon winning outstanding lead actor he took a moment to thank Catherine in his speech saying I want to thank my wife Catherine for her support Michaels cancer diagnos showing that they are taking hopeful steps to improve their relationship by the end of April 2014 Michael and Katherine had reunited they surprised Everyone by walking the red carpet together at the 14th annual Monte Christo Awards in New York City Michael opened up about their reunion during an appearance on the Ellen degenerous show he said it can't be a one-way street but I'm crazy about her and yeah I think every couple has their difficult times the only problem is as you well know we're all in the public eye and it tends to get a little more exposed than most he continued we're back stronger than ever this interview further confirmed their reconciliation fans who had long admired their relationship welcomed their reunion after their reconciliation the couple's bond deepened in 2015 they celebrated their 15th anniversary Katherine Penn a heartfelt message for her husband on her Instagram page saying happy anniversary dearest Michael loving our lives together here's to the next 15 the couple commemorated this new Milestone by returning to the Rockies the very Place Michael had proposed symbolizing their enduring love and the strength of their relationship since their reconciliation Michael Douglas and Katherine Zeta Jones have remained a strong couple often sharing pictures of their memorable moments on social media they they continued to support each other's careers and personal Endeavors their enduring love is a testament to their commitment and resilience what is your opinion about Michael and Katherine's relationship let us know in the comments don't forget to like And subscribe and if you like this video and sure to click on the next video on