Michael Douglas Hints at a Life-Altering Shift & It Has Everything To Do With Catherine Zeta-Jones
The Oscar-winning actor isn't upset about his decision, though, he's taken on a new role that is a very personal one — and it has everything to do with his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones. He revealed the news at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival in the Czech Republic and explained why he decided to retire after a storied career, including projects like One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Fatal Attraction, and The War of the Roses.
More from SheKnows
LeAnn Rimes Opens up About Her Affair With Eddie Cibrian: 'I Know What I'm Responsible For'
'I have not worked since 2022 purposefully because I realized I had to stop,' he explained, per Variety. 'I had been working pretty hard for almost 60 years, and I did not want to be one of those people who dropped dead on the set. I have no real intentions of going back. I say I'm not retired because if something special came up, I'd go back, but otherwise, no.'
Of course, the actor can't retire 100%, there is 'one little independent movie' that he hopes to pursue, but otherwise, his life is all about Zeta-Jones, and their two children, Dylan, 24, and Carys, 22, plus Cameron, 46, his son with first wife Diandra Luker. That's when Douglas revealed his new purpose in life — and it's really cute.
He's not pursuing other Hollywood projects because 'in the spirit of maintaining a good marriage,' Douglas is 'happy to play the wife.' Zeta-Jones is free to pursue her entertainment industry career because The Kominsky Method star is happy to support her at home.
The couple's love story may seem like a fairytale, but they've certainly had their share of bumps along the way, only to recommit to their relationship. After meeting in 1998, they fast-tracked their romance with their first son and marriage just two years later. By 2003, Carys had arrived, and everything seemed perfect, but trouble was on the horizon. Douglas was diagnosed with Stage 4 throat cancer in 2010, which took a toll on their marriage. By 2013, the dynamic duo split amid Zeta-Jones' struggles with her mental health — she was diagnosed with bipolar II disorder.
After admitting to People at the 2013 Primetime Emmy Awards that they were 'working things out, talking,' the couple found their way back to each other in 2014. Despite the 25-year age gap, Douglas and Zeta-Jones are two peas in a pod — and he wants to spend every moment with his bride.
'It's not ideal for him [when Zeta-Jones is away working] because he would prefer she never leave his side, but he also loves to cheer her on and see her succeed so he's sucking it up and promising her he's fine with it, but he admits to his friends how dreadful things are without her around,' a source told Closer Weekly in April. 'He says he doesn't sleep well when she's not in the bed, after so many years together, it's like missing his security blanket.'Best of SheKnows
Amber Heard's Entire Dating History: Johnny Depp, Elon Musk, & More
11 of Prince William & Kate Middleton's Biggest Relationship Controversies
13 Celebrities Who Secretly Welcomed Children During Affairs
Solve the daily Crossword
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New York Post
6 hours ago
- New York Post
The coastal Maine home where Bette Davis raised her family after leaving Hollywood has listed for $15M
Bette Davis, a legend of Hollywood's Golden Age, left behind Tinseltown for this $15 million estate. The 8-acre property in coastal New England has more to brag about than its glamorous past, however. The estate, located along the southern coast of Maine, boasts 1,200 square feet of ocean frontage. The late Hollywood icon owned the 8-acre property for nearly a decade during the 1950s, according to Robb Report. Davis gave her sprawling home the cheeky nickname, 'Witch Way.' Advertisement 8 American actress Bette Davis. Getty Images 8 An aerial view of the home on Davis's former Maine estate. Peter G. Morneau The two-time Oscar Winner's decade-long tenure at the address began after her marriage to her 'All About Eve' co-star Gary Merrill in the early 1950s. The pair went on to raise their adopted children, Margot and Michael, on the idyllic property. Advertisement In a 2014 interview with Portland Monthly magazine, Davis's son Michael recalled his father keeping lobster traps on the cove and arranging a local hockey team there in their coastal town of Cape Elizabeth. Davis parted ways with the property in the 1960s, following her divorce from Merrill. Davis passed away at the age of 81 in 1989. 8 Davis and her then-husband Gary Merrill met on the set of a film and purchased the New England getaway together. Getty Images 8 Merrill, Davis and their two children. Bettmann Archive Advertisement 8 The for-sale estate spans 8 acres. Peter G. Morneau 8 The property enjoys 1,200 square feet of ocean frontage. Peter G. Morneau The 7,600-square-foot farmhouse-style residence that sits on the property today bears little resemblance to the place Davis called home throughout the 1950s, but it still has all the charm. A double-height foyer and cherry-paneled study add grandeur to the abode, while covered porches and a fireside breakfast nook add warmth. The primary suite, one of five bedrooms, includes a sitting area, a walk-in closet and a free-standing tub. Advertisement The seaside oasis is topped off by an octagonal cupola — perfect for watching coastal storms roll in across the property's granite shoreline. 8 The back of the five-bedroom main house, lit up at dusk. Peter G. Morneau 8 The 2,000-square-foot carriage house. Peter G. Morneau The listing, held by Bill Gaynor and Sam Michaud of Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty, advertises a large front lawn, a barn, an area for farm animals, a pond and a 2,000-square-foot carriage house. The latter, built in 2002, includes a kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property last sold for $3.75 million in 2016, according to Zillow. The carriage house sold separately in an off-market deal, according to Robb Report, for $1.45 million.
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Yahoo
Inside the Hulk Hogan Biopic with Chris Hemsworth and Why It Was Never Made
Hulk Hogan called the Netflix biopic's script "powerful," even hoping Chris Hemsworth would receive Oscar attention for his role Hulk Hogan's life story was almost a feature film before his death. The former wrestler, who gained fame in the '80s and '90s, died on Thursday, July 24 at 71. He was set to be portrayed by one of Hollywood's most chiseled actors, Chris Hemsworth, in a Netflix biopic. But, according to Hogan in a former interview, contract issues killed the project. First announced in 2019, the film was to be helmed by Joker director Todd Phillips. The Hollywood Reporter reported at the time that Hemsworth, 41, would play Hogan throughout his career and the movie would be "an origin story of the Hulkster and Hulkamania." In a 2020 interview with Total Film, via Comic Book, Hemsworth shared his excitement for portraying the rise of Hulkamania on screen. "This movie is going to be a really fun project," Hemsworth said. "As you can imagine, the preparation for the role will be insanely physical. I will have to put on more size than I ever have before, even more than I put on for Thor. There is the accent as well as the physicality and the attitude." "I will also have to do a deep dive into the rabbit hole of the wrestling world, which I'm really looking forward to doing," Hemsworth said, adding he'll also have to dye his hair blond and have a mustache to match the wrestler's iconic look. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In 2021, the film still seemed a go — with Hogan sharing an appreciative photo of the Thor actor showing off some bulky arms on Instagram. "My brother has that Hogan Pump on Jack, looks like he could slam Andre brother," Hogan captioned the shot, referring to late iconic wrestler Andre the Giant. (Hemsworth had originally posted the photo on his social media to celebrate wrapping Thor: Love and Thunder.) Three years later, during an interview with PDB Podcast, Hogan revealed while he loved the script and even believed Hemsworth could receive Oscar attention, the film had hit a dead end due to the contract. 'They kind of missed a beat in the contract," Hogan said, agreeing with host Patrick Bet-David when asked if Netflix was at fault. "There was a payment that wasn't placed at the right time. The script was amazing. Scott Silver, who wrote the script for Joker, Wolf of Wall Street, a bunch of other movies, said, 'This is the best thing I've ever written.' When I read it, I'm like, oh my god, this is really good." Hogan shared that he worked with Silver for three years, noting it was "very, very dark" but it "was probably what the public may want to see." "When I read it I was like, 'Oh my gosh, if this thing comes out…' there was talk that Chris Hemsworth had never played a real person before and he could probably win an Oscar, this thing is so powerful," Hogan added. In a 2024 interview with Variety, Phillips, 54, also confirmed the film was scrapped. "I love what we were trying to do, but that's not going to come together for me," he said. Hogan had starred in various films himself, including appearing in Rocky III as Thunderlips, as well as having roles in No Holds Barred, Suburban Commando, and Mr. Nanny. On television, he starred in the series Thunder in Paradise and Hogan Knows Best, and had guest appearances on shows like Baywatch and American Dad!. Hogan was recently the subject of the 2017 Netflix film, Nobody Speak, which focused on his high-profile lawsuit against Gawker, the online news outlet that published a sex tape without his permission. The years-long suit ended with Hogan being awarded a multimillion-dollar settlement in 2016, and Gawker and its affiliated websites were later sold off when the company declared bankruptcy. Read the original article on People Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Yahoo
Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson share red carpet kiss after his stunning confession about her
Pamela Anderson has seemingly responded to Liam Neeson's love-struck admission. On Tuesday, Anderson, 58, and Neeson, 73, were at the London premiere of The Naked Gun. While posing together on the carpet, Anderson sweetly kissed Neeson's cheek as the Schindler's List actor wrapped his arm around her back. The Baywatch alum wore a strapless purple gown, while Neeson was sporting a gray suit with a black T-shirt. The red carpet kiss comes a few months after Neeson declared his love for Anderson in October 2024. 'With Pamela, first off, I'm madly in love with her,' the Oscar-winning actor told People after shooting The Naked Gun, where Neeson plays the son of Leslie Nielsen's character Frank Drebin in the comedy spoof reboot that also stars Baywatch actor Anderson as the female lead. 'She's just terrific to work with. I can't compliment her enough, I'll be honest with you.' Neeson continued: 'She's funny and so easy to work with.' Anderson, who won acclaim for her role in the 2024 drama The Last Showgirl in February, branded Neeson 'the perfect gentleman,' and said he 'brought out the best' in her. However, the pair batted off romance rumors, with Neeson saying he is 'done with dating' and Anderson stating she 'has a friend forever' in the Taken star. 'We definitely have a connection that is very sincere, very loving,' she said. Anderson has been married six times; twice to the same man. She was married to Tommy Lee from 1995 to 1998, with whom she shares her two sons, Brandon Thomas Lee and Dylan Jagger Lee. Anderson was then married to Kid Rock from 2006 to 2007, and Rick Soloman from 2007 to 2008, remarrying him in 2014 before they split again the next year. Her most recent marriage was to Dan Hayhurst from 2020 to 2022. Meanwhile, Neeson was married to The Parent Trap actor, Natasha Richardson, from 1994 until her untimely death in 2009 aged 45, caused by an injury to her head while taking a beginner's skiing lesson at a resort in Mont Tremblant, Canada. Neeson's role in The Naked Gun follows comedic cameos in TV shows Atlanta and Derry Girls. The film is directed by The Lonely Island star Akiva Schaffer. The original Naked Gun was written and directed by Airplane!'s Jerry Zucker, Jim Abrahams, and David Zucker, and was based on their television series Police Squad!, which parodied the genre of police procedurals that were popular at the time. The original Naked Gun trilogy was hugely successful, making over $216m at the box office. The new film will be released on August 1.
