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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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We've been together for 25 years & they said it would never last – we embrace our issues, says Catherine Zeta-Jones
Catherine, who has been candid about the struggles they faced, also reveals her greatest achievement and which famous family she relates to LASTING LOVE We've been together for 25 years & they said it would never last – we embrace our issues, says Catherine Zeta-Jones AS she plans a huge celebration to mark her 25th wedding anniversary with Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones is also laughing at the cynics who said their marriage was doomed. The acting couple seemed an unlikely match at the start. Advertisement 6 Hollywood stars Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas are celebrating 25 years of marriage Credit: Getty 6 The couple pictured in New York in 2010 Credit: Getty Welsh beauty Catherine was 28 and about to secure A-list status starring in 1998 movie The Mask Of Zorro with Antonio Banderas, after finding fame in the UK with wholesome ITV show The Darling Buds Of May. Meanwhile, Basic Instinct star and ladies' man Michael, then 53, had separated from first wife Diandra Luker, who he eventually divorced in 2000, and had done a stint in rehab for booze and drug issues in 1992. But Catherine, now 55, recalled: 'We've been married 25 years, it's something to celebrate. And they said it would never last! 'It's a journey of learning and loving and fun, and the prospect of reaching a 25-year anniversary is really quite thrilling. I remember my mum and dad celebrating theirs.' Advertisement The anniversary of their lavish wedding ceremony at the five-star Plaza Hotel in New York is in November, but Catherine will be too busy to celebrate on the actual date. She is now starring as Morticia Addams in the second series of Wednesday, which was released on Netflix this week, and will be filming season three on their big day. But Michael, now 80, doesn't mind waiting a few weeks for a party. Catherine said: 'I've been working a lot this year and he's been so supportive. I think we're going to be doing a party around the holidays because I'll be shooting season three. It's such a short period of time I have off. Advertisement 'Difficult times' 'September 25 is both our birthdays. So from September 25 through to Christmas is a pretty busy time.' During the past quarter century, cynics have at times believed their predictions the couple wouldn't last. The Mask Of Zorro staring Catherine Zeta-Jones The stars themselves have been candid about the struggles they faced. In 2010, Michael announced he was undergoing intensive radiotherapy and chemotherapy to treat stage 4 throat cancer, which he said was caused by the HPV virus. Advertisement The year after, Catherine revealed she had been diagnosed with bipolar II, struggling with the stress of her husband's illness. Then, in 2013, they announced that they had separated, but reconciled months later, with Michael saying: 'I think every couple has their difficult times. We're back, stronger than ever.' Surviving the tough spells has made them even more determined to celebrate with their children Dylan, 25, and Carys, 22, together with Michael's son Cameron, 46, from his first marriage. The Hollywood pair have amazing careers behind them, with Michael having been in Romancing The Stone and Wall Street, and Catherine in Chicago and Entrapment. Advertisement But Catherine, now 55, recalled: 'We've been married 25 years, it's something to celebrate. And they said it would never last! Catherine Zeta-Jones But she says their greatest achievement is simply being parents. They raised Dylan and Carys out of the spotlight in Bermuda, where Michael's mother, Diana, was born. In 2009, they returned to New York. Showing off her moves Catherine said: 'Our children are truly wonderful. It's that fine balance of not putting them in a gilded cage of protection, of allowing them to make mistakes, of guiding them.' Wednesday, which launched in 2022, also stars Jenna Ortega in the title role and Luis Guzman as Morticia's husband Gomez. Advertisement It became a huge hit for the streamer and won four Primetime Emmy Awards. Catherine admits that she relates to the Addams family, saying: 'It's a family who have issues, and we all relate to that. But we embrace our issues. 6 Catherine and Michael with kids Dylan and Carys at Walt Disney World in 2010 Credit: AP:Associated Press 6 The stars with Michael's movie legend dad Kirk Douglas and stepmother Anne in 2017 Credit: Splash News Advertisement 'We don't shun or hide them or try to put them in a box.' Morticia and Wednesday have a strained relationship in the show, but Catherine says that she and real-life daughter Carys share a close bond. The actress reveals Morticia's parenting style involves 'nurturing and then having discipline'. Carys has experienced a small dose of her parenting style. Catherine said: 'I did give her side-eye the other day. I rolled my eyes, and she went, 'Don't Morticia me, Mom'. I thought it was a wonderful new line that kids can say to their mothers, 'Don't Morticia me'.' Advertisement In addition to her happy off-screen marriage, Catherine said she is lucky to have a great on-screen hubby in Luis. She added of the Puerto Rican actor: 'We don't rehearse our chemistry, it just seems to really show up. We did this movie called Traffic 25 years ago and had a great friendship. 6 The couple defying critics together in 2019 Credit: AP:Associated Press 6 Catherine at last month's Wednesday premiere Credit: The Mega Agency Advertisement 'We enjoy each other's company and respect each other as artists.' Catherine, who won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role as Velma Kelly in 2002 film Chicago, as well as a Tony award for A Little Night Music on Broadway in 2009, said the new series sees her showing off her moves again. 'Secret weapon' She said: 'I'm a dancer and Luis moves very well. He worked so hard to get those moves.' Catherine revealed that one scene with Jenna in Wednesday sees her dust off another old skill — the sword-fighting she mastered for The Mask Of Zorro. Advertisement She revealed: 'Jenna and I had so much fun. I did sword-fighting in Zorro, so, excuse the pun, it was my secret weapon.' The new Wednesday features a host of stars, including Brits Billie Piper, Joanna Lumley and Thandiwe Newton, plus US actors Steve Buscemi and Haley Joel Osment. It's a journey of learning and loving and fun, and the prospect of reaching a 25-year anniversary is really quite thrilling. I remember my mum and dad celebrating theirs Catherine Zeta-Jones Even Lady Gaga is making an appearance. She was invited on to the series after clips of Wednesday dancing went viral when fans set them to Gaga's track Bloody Mary. The megastar singer flew to Ireland to film scenes and Catherine says she was a joy to work with. Advertisement She explained: 'To have a woman of that calibre within our environment, it's so incredibly amazing. 'When I met her, she was humble, gracious, creative, collaborative and a woman who is just, you know, it exudes from her — greatness. She doesn't know it. 'She's a wonderful artist. And I get to say now, 'I met Lady Gaga'.' Not to mention Gaga can say she met Catherine Zeta-Jones . . .
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
We've been together for 25 years & they said it would never last – we embrace our issues, says Catherine Zeta-Jones
Catherine, who has been candid about the struggles they faced, also reveals her greatest achievement and which famous family she relates to LASTING LOVE We've been together for 25 years & they said it would never last – we embrace our issues, says Catherine Zeta-Jones Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AS she plans a huge celebration to mark her 25th wedding anniversary with Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones is also laughing at the cynics who said their marriage was doomed. The acting couple seemed an unlikely match at the start. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Hollywood stars Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas are celebrating 25 years of marriage Credit: Getty 6 The couple pictured in New York in 2010 Credit: Getty Welsh beauty Catherine was 28 and about to secure A-list status starring in 1998 movie The Mask Of Zorro with Antonio Banderas, after finding fame in the UK with wholesome ITV show The Darling Buds Of May. Meanwhile, Basic Instinct star and ladies' man Michael, then 53, had separated from first wife Diandra Luker, who he eventually divorced in 2000, and had done a stint in rehab for booze and drug issues in 1992. But Catherine, now 55, recalled: 'We've been married 25 years, it's something to celebrate. And they said it would never last! 'It's a journey of learning and loving and fun, and the prospect of reaching a 25-year anniversary is really quite thrilling. I remember my mum and dad celebrating theirs.' The anniversary of their lavish wedding ceremony at the five-star Plaza Hotel in New York is in November, but Catherine will be too busy to celebrate on the actual date. She is now starring as Morticia Addams in the second series of Wednesday, which was released on Netflix this week, and will be filming season three on their big day. But Michael, now 80, doesn't mind waiting a few weeks for a party. Catherine said: 'I've been working a lot this year and he's been so supportive. I think we're going to be doing a party around the holidays because I'll be shooting season three. It's such a short period of time I have off. 'Difficult times' 'September 25 is both our birthdays. So from September 25 through to Christmas is a pretty busy time.' During the past quarter century, cynics have at times believed their predictions the couple wouldn't last. The Mask Of Zorro staring Catherine Zeta-Jones The stars themselves have been candid about the struggles they faced. In 2010, Michael announced he was undergoing intensive radiotherapy and chemotherapy to treat stage 4 throat cancer, which he said was caused by the HPV virus. The year after, Catherine revealed she had been diagnosed with bipolar II, struggling with the stress of her husband's illness. Then, in 2013, they announced that they had separated, but reconciled months later, with Michael saying: 'I think every couple has their difficult times. We're back, stronger than ever.' Surviving the tough spells has made them even more determined to celebrate with their children Dylan, 25, and Carys, 22, together with Michael's son Cameron, 46, from his first marriage. The Hollywood pair have amazing careers behind them, with Michael having been in Romancing The Stone and Wall Street, and Catherine in Chicago and Entrapment. But Catherine, now 55, recalled: 'We've been married 25 years, it's something to celebrate. And they said it would never last! Catherine Zeta-Jones But she says their greatest achievement is simply being parents. They raised Dylan and Carys out of the spotlight in Bermuda, where Michael's mother, Diana, was born. In 2009, they returned to New York. Showing off her moves Catherine said: 'Our children are truly wonderful. It's that fine balance of not putting them in a gilded cage of protection, of allowing them to make mistakes, of guiding them.' Wednesday, which launched in 2022, also stars Jenna Ortega in the title role and Luis Guzman as Morticia's husband Gomez. It became a huge hit for the streamer and won four Primetime Emmy Awards. Catherine admits that she relates to the Addams family, saying: 'It's a family who have issues, and we all relate to that. But we embrace our issues. 6 Catherine and Michael with kids Dylan and Carys at Walt Disney World in 2010 Credit: AP:Associated Press 6 The stars with Michael's movie legend dad Kirk Douglas and stepmother Anne in 2017 Credit: Splash News 'We don't shun or hide them or try to put them in a box.' Morticia and Wednesday have a strained relationship in the show, but Catherine says that she and real-life daughter Carys share a close bond. The actress reveals Morticia's parenting style involves 'nurturing and then having discipline'. Carys has experienced a small dose of her parenting style. Catherine said: 'I did give her side-eye the other day. I rolled my eyes, and she went, 'Don't Morticia me, Mom'. I thought it was a wonderful new line that kids can say to their mothers, 'Don't Morticia me'.' In addition to her happy off-screen marriage, Catherine said she is lucky to have a great on-screen hubby in Luis. She added of the Puerto Rican actor: 'We don't rehearse our chemistry, it just seems to really show up. We did this movie called Traffic 25 years ago and had a great friendship. 6 The couple defying critics together in 2019 Credit: AP:Associated Press 6 Catherine at last month's Wednesday premiere Credit: The Mega Agency 'We enjoy each other's company and respect each other as artists.' Catherine, who won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role as Velma Kelly in 2002 film Chicago, as well as a Tony award for A Little Night Music on Broadway in 2009, said the new series sees her showing off her moves again. 'Secret weapon' She said: 'I'm a dancer and Luis moves very well. He worked so hard to get those moves.' Catherine revealed that one scene with Jenna in Wednesday sees her dust off another old skill — the sword-fighting she mastered for The Mask Of Zorro. She revealed: 'Jenna and I had so much fun. I did sword-fighting in Zorro, so, excuse the pun, it was my secret weapon.' The new Wednesday features a host of stars, including Brits Billie Piper, Joanna Lumley and Thandiwe Newton, plus US actors Steve Buscemi and Haley Joel Osment. It's a journey of learning and loving and fun, and the prospect of reaching a 25-year anniversary is really quite thrilling. I remember my mum and dad celebrating theirs Catherine Zeta-Jones Even Lady Gaga is making an appearance. She was invited on to the series after clips of Wednesday dancing went viral when fans set them to Gaga's track Bloody Mary. The megastar singer flew to Ireland to film scenes and Catherine says she was a joy to work with. She explained: 'To have a woman of that calibre within our environment, it's so incredibly amazing. 'When I met her, she was humble, gracious, creative, collaborative and a woman who is just, you know, it exudes from her — greatness. She doesn't know it. 'She's a wonderful artist. And I get to say now, 'I met Lady Gaga'.' Not to mention Gaga can say she met Catherine Zeta-Jones . . .
The Irish Sun
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Huge movie star reveals low-key trips to Butlins and Legoland with Hollywood royalty husband – despite being worth £260m
A HUGE Hollywood power couple have revealed their low-key UK staycations in contrast to their lavish lifestyles. The screen stars have been determined to keep their kids grounded and leading an ordinary life away from the spotlight - even making sure they spend at least two weeks a year with their grandparents in Wales. 6 A huge Hollywood power couple have revealed their very normal UK staycations Credit: Alamy 6 Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones insist their brood spend two weeks a year holidaying with their grandparents in Swansea Credit: Getty 6 The screen stars, who share son Dylan and Carys, have also taken trips to Butlins and Legoland Now Wednesday actress Catherine Zeta Jones, 55, has revealed the very normal destinations she and hubby Michael Douglas, 80, enjoy their downtime. The couple share Welsh screen star Catherine, who shot to fame in 1991 when she starred in The Darling Buds Of May alongside read more catherine zeta jones She said of her brood: "They've been to Butlin's, Legoland, seen the sights in London, up to Scotland, over to Ireland." She added to Catherine told the publication her kids also spend two weeks a year in her home country, Wales, with her parents David James Jones and Patricia Fair. Previously, the Mask of Zorro actress spoke about their Swansea trips after being given the Freedom of the City. Most read in Celebrity In a speech at the coastal area's Guildhall, Catherine said: 'My children have been coming back to Swansea all their life. "Usually for two weeks without Michael and I and they have nana and bampi's rules which means no rules. Catherine Zeta Jones joined by Bono to celebrate husband's Dublin birthday "It used to take us about two weeks to get them back on track but what it's done is it's instilled in our children their sense of belonging and where they come from." She added: "They'd be up at the crack of dawn down the beach, come rain or shine, digging and making castles so it was important for me that they have roots and know where they come from. "It's very grounding for the kids and they often love coming here and they come back every year to Wales." Aside from the staycations, the family have also ventured further overseas, with trips to Disneyland and Dubai to name a few. Legoland Windsor Factbox Here's everything you need to know about visiting Legoland Windsor in 2024: Legoland Windsor will be officially open from March 15, 2024, to September 25, 2024 Located in Windsor, just west of London, the theme park's full address is Winkfield Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 4AY Trains take half an hour from London Paddington to Windsor via Slough Trains from London Waterloo take around an hour and go directly to Windsor Tickets should be booked in advance online An online saver ticket costs £35 per adult, saving you £33 if you purchased the same ticket at the gate Parking is not included in the ticket, and you'll need to pay £8 for a ticket, although booking in advance will save you £1 MUM TAKE Catherine has candidly spoken out about her parenting role ahead of the new Wednesday series, to be aired on Netflix. She said: "Wednesday Addams and Morticia Addams' relationship is beautiful, it's encouraging, it's contentious, it's fraught. "It's all those things a mother-daughter relationship goes through, which is a wonderful experience as a mother and not so much as a daughter. I speak from experience." The star, who plays Morticia Addams, added: "To be able to play those in Wednesday is something that's very important and something that's very real." The star is known for her roles in The Mask Of Zorro and Entrapment. She also played the title character in the 1996 historical biopic Catherine The Great. Catherine then won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Velma Kelly in the musical Chicago. 6 Catherine told of her kids' UK trips and the reasons behind them and said 'have roots and know where they come from' Credit: Getty - Contributor 6 They have also enjoyed more extravagant vacations, including a trip to India 6 The Mask Of Zorro actress also spoke of her parenting role as she addressed her role in the upcoming Wednesday series Credit: Netflix, Inc.
Scottish Sun
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Huge movie star reveals low-key trips to Butlins and Legoland with Hollywood royalty husband – despite being worth £260m
They spoke out about their kids' annual trips to Swansea keeping it real Huge movie star reveals low-key trips to Butlins and Legoland with Hollywood royalty husband – despite being worth £260m A HUGE Hollywood power couple have revealed their low-key UK staycations in contrast to their lavish lifestyles. The screen stars have been determined to keep their kids grounded and leading an ordinary life away from the spotlight - even making sure they spend at least two weeks a year with their grandparents in Wales. 6 A huge Hollywood power couple have revealed their very normal UK staycations Credit: Alamy 6 Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones insist their brood spend two weeks a year holidaying with their grandparents in Swansea Credit: Getty 6 The screen stars, who share son Dylan and Carys, have also taken trips to Butlins and Legoland Now Wednesday actress Catherine Zeta Jones, 55, has revealed the very normal destinations she and hubby Michael Douglas, 80, enjoy their downtime. Catherine married Basic Instinct star Michael at the Plaza Hotel in New York on November 18, 2000, in a high-profile ceremony cost an estimated £1.5million. The couple share two children, a son Dylan Michael (born August 2000) and a daughter Carys Zeta (born April 2003). Welsh screen star Catherine, who shot to fame in 1991 when she starred in The Darling Buds Of May alongside David Jason, recently told of their family summer holidays. She said of her brood: "They've been to Butlin's, Legoland, seen the sights in London, up to Scotland, over to Ireland." She added to Radio Times: "They've even been to the Isle of Man, I think." Catherine told the publication her kids also spend two weeks a year in her home country, Wales, with her parents David James Jones and Patricia Fair. Previously, the Mask of Zorro actress spoke about their Swansea trips after being given the Freedom of the City. In a speech at the coastal area's Guildhall, Catherine said: 'My children have been coming back to Swansea all their life. "Usually for two weeks without Michael and I and they have nana and bampi's rules which means no rules. Catherine Zeta Jones joined by Bono to celebrate husband's Dublin birthday "It used to take us about two weeks to get them back on track but what it's done is it's instilled in our children their sense of belonging and where they come from." She added: "They'd be up at the crack of dawn down the beach, come rain or shine, digging and making castles so it was important for me that they have roots and know where they come from. "It's very grounding for the kids and they often love coming here and they come back every year to Wales." Aside from the staycations, the family have also ventured further overseas, with trips to Disneyland and Dubai to name a few. Legoland Windsor Factbox Here's everything you need to know about visiting Legoland Windsor in 2024: Legoland Windsor will be officially open from March 15, 2024, to September 25, 2024 Located in Windsor, just west of London, the theme park's full address is Winkfield Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 4AY Trains take half an hour from London Paddington to Windsor via Slough Trains from London Waterloo take around an hour and go directly to Windsor Tickets should be booked in advance online An online saver ticket costs £35 per adult, saving you £33 if you purchased the same ticket at the gate Parking is not included in the ticket, and you'll need to pay £8 for a ticket, although booking in advance will save you £1 MUM TAKE Catherine has candidly spoken out about her parenting role ahead of the new Wednesday series, to be aired on Netflix. She said: "Wednesday Addams and Morticia Addams' relationship is beautiful, it's encouraging, it's contentious, it's fraught. "It's all those things a mother-daughter relationship goes through, which is a wonderful experience as a mother and not so much as a daughter. I speak from experience." The star, who plays Morticia Addams, added: "To be able to play those in Wednesday is something that's very important and something that's very real." The star is known for her roles in The Mask Of Zorro and Entrapment. She also played the title character in the 1996 historical biopic Catherine The Great. Catherine then won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Velma Kelly in the musical Chicago. 6 Catherine told of her kids' UK trips and the reasons behind them and said 'have roots and know where they come from' Credit: Getty - Contributor 6 They have also enjoyed more extravagant vacations, including a trip to India
Evening Standard
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Evening Standard
Coronation Street star dead: Tributes pour in for Barbara Ferris following death aged 85
She reflected: ''It was a huge decision and a very painful one for all of us. Luckily the move to London worked out well for me. I got an agent and enough work to afford somewhere to live. Long before series like The Darling Buds Of May and the Matilda and Harry Potter films I was cast in wonderful TV dramas like The Rag Trade.
