Michael Douglas proudly walked the red carpet in New York City on Wednesday evening, attending the premiere of “America’s Burning” with two of his three children. The 79-year-old actor was accompanied by his son Dylan, 23, and daughter Carys, 21, whom he shares with his wife, the stunning Catherine Zeta-Jones.
For the glamorous occasion, Michael opted for a sophisticated look, donning a navy blue blazer over a light blue button-up shirt. He paired this with belted dark gray slacks and classic black shoes. The iconic actor, known for his roles in films like “Basic Instinct,” looked dapper and was clean-shaven, his white-gray hair neatly trimmed.
Dylan and Carys complemented each other in coordinated beige and white ensembles. Dylan sported a subtly striped blazer with matching pants and a crisp white button-up shirt. His dark hair fell stylishly to his ears, and he looked effortlessly handsome with a hint of a beard. Carys dazzled in a chic white suit jacket paired with a silvery-gray satin maxi skirt. Her glossy brunette locks were elegantly swept back into a bun, and her natural beauty was enhanced with a light touch of makeup, including a soft pink blush.
While the family exuded sophistication, the matriarch, Catherine, was notably absent from the event. Michael was not just an attendee; he provided the narration for “America’s Burning,” a thought-provoking documentary directed by David M. Smick. The film delves into the fragile state of American democracy and the country’s stark economic divide, offering a hopeful vision for its future. In addition to lending his distinctive voice to the project, Michael also served as an executive producer.
The documentary, which has a runtime of nearly an hour and a half, promises to be a compelling exploration of the issues facing America today. Michael and Catherine have been married since 2000 and share a beautiful family together. Besides Dylan and Carys, Michael is also a proud father to his eldest son, Cameron, 45, from his previous marriage to Diandra Luker.
This outing followed Michael’s recent revelation of the moment he knew Catherine, his wife of 24 years, was ‘the one.’ During an interview on the daytime TV show “Lorraine,” Michael fondly recalled that their romance was sparked by their mutual love for golf. “You know, Catherine loves golf. That was actually kind of the closest we first got together,” he explained. “Things were looking good and I said, ‘What do you think of golf?’ She said, ‘Oh, I love golf!’ and I said, ‘Oh, you do?’ That’s too good to be true.”
Michael Douglas has enjoyed a long and storied career, earning several impressive accolades for his roles, but his children are what he values most in life. The “Ant-Man” star first became a dad in 1978 with the birth of his son Cameron, whom he shares with his ex-wife Diandra Luker; the pair were married for 18 years before splitting in 1995 and finalizing their divorce in 2000. Douglas went on to marry actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, and the Hollywood power couple share two children: son Dylan and daughter Carys.
“My career was the most important thing in my life, followed by marriage and children,” Douglas told AARP The Magazine in 2010. “And it’s completely reversed now. I never anticipated starting a family and the joy of raising kids at my age.”
Over the years, Douglas’ kids have made appearances on the red carpet at several of his movie premieres, and his oldest child, Cameron, has even joined him on-screen in a handful of projects. The Academy Award-winning actor has also given a few glimpses into his family life on social media, as has his wife. In June 2020, Zeta-Jones posted a rare photo of the entire family on Father’s Day in honor of Douglas, writing in the caption: “We love you Michael, Happy Father’s Day my love 💌🌹♥.”
Cameron Douglas, born on Dec. 13, 1978, has long struggled with drug addiction, which began at age 13, as he detailed in his 2019 memoir “Long Way Home.” In 2009, he was arrested for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and coke. He was sentenced to five years in prison; his sentence was later extended for possession while he was incarcerated. He was released from prison in 2016 after nearly eight years, but he emerged sober and determined to help other addicts “seek help — and maybe save a life.”
Cameron is now raising two children with his longtime girlfriend, yoga instructor Viviene Thibes. The couple welcomed their first child together, daughter Lua Lizzy Douglas, on Dec. 18, 2017. On Dec. 22, 2020, Cameron announced on Instagram that he and Thibes had welcomed a son. “Touch down planet earth 🌎 Welcome my Son…Ryder T. Douglas 🦋,” he wrote alongside a photo of his family of four.
Douglas and Zeta-Jones’ first child together, Dylan Douglas, was born on Aug. 8, 2000. The couple got married just a few months later with Dylan present at the ceremony. In 2016, when Dylan was just 15, he made a speech about his struggles with dyslexia at a public event in New York City. Zeta-Jones reflected on his moving speech on her Facebook page in 2020, writing, “My son Dylan at age 15, talking about his dyslexia so eloquently. Hard work with good teachers. Forever indebted. #educationforall.”
Dylan went on to study at Brown University. He posted a photo of his dorm room in September 2018, writing, “A new home.” In 2019, the “Wednesday” star paid her son a visit during his sophomore year and shared a photo from the trip, captioned: “On campus with my boy Dylan.” During an appearance on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” in 2019, Douglas spoke about his son’s daredevil tendencies and reacted to an Instagram post Dylan had shared of himself skydiving.
In 2022, Dylan graduated from college. “One proud Dad! Congratulations Dylan! Well done! 👏 @dylan_douglas,” the dad of three wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of him and Dylan. Zeta-Jones also shared an image of her hugging her son, captioned, “Graduation congratulations to my boy, my pride, my joy, Dylan. I am inexplicably proud of you and I love you beyond words.”
Carys Douglas, born on April 20, 2003, has joined her stylish mom at several high-profile fashion events for designers such as Michael Kors, Dolce & Gabbana, and Fendi. In a joint mother-daughter interview with Town & Country, Carys talked about what it was like growing up as the daughter of two famous actors, noting that when she was younger, she didn’t know what her dad’s real job was. “I thought my dad was a pancake maker,” she told the outlet. “I didn’t know he was an actor. Honestly.”
However, as she got older and her family moved from Bermuda to New York, she began to grasp Douglas and Zeta-Jones’ level of fame. “I hated it,” Carys said of the paparazzi, continuing, “I used to get really upset. They would jump on the subway and sit right in front of me. I was, like, six. I was confused. That’s when I knew, ‘If this is going to be what it’s like, I need to focus on who I really am, and this is going to be something that’s just going to happen, and I can’t do anything about it.'”
Still, it seems Carys has come around to the idea of her parents’ attention, even attending various events with her famous mom and dad over the years. In May 2023, Carys attended the 76th Annual Cannes Film Festival with her parents, where she walked the red carpet in a semi-see-through white gown. As for her future goals, Carys has her sights set on fashion. “Fashion has been so important in my life, because my mom is like a fashion icon to me,” Carys said. “I’m always looking through her closet.”
Michael Douglas’ appearance at the “America’s Burning” premiere with his children Dylan and Carys was a proud moment for the actor, showcasing his deep bond with his family. Despite the absence of Catherine Zeta-Jones, the event highlighted the close-knit relationship between Michael and his children, reflecting the joy and pride he takes in his family.
Source: HELLO! Magazine, Daily Mail, PEOPLE
