Michael Douglas, the 79-year-old acclaimed actor, made a notable appearance at the New York City premiere of “America’s Burning” on Wednesday evening, accompanied by his two children, Dylan, 23, and Carys, 21. The event, held at the DGA New York Theater, saw the proud father posing with his children, who he shares with his wife, actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, 54.
For the occasion, Douglas opted for a classic look, donning a navy blue blazer over a lighter blue button-up shirt, paired with dark gray slacks and black shoes. His clean-shaven face and neatly cut white-gray hair added to his distinguished appearance. Dylan and Carys complemented their father’s style with coordinated beige and white outfits. Dylan sported a subtly striped blazer and matching pants with a white button-up shirt, while Carys dazzled in a white suit jacket and a silvery-gray satin maxi skirt, her brunette locks styled in a chic bun.
The matriarch of the family, Catherine Zeta-Jones, was notably absent from the event. Michael Douglas provided the narration for “America’s Burning,” a documentary directed by David M. Smick that delves into the fragile state of America’s economic divide and offers a hopeful vision for the future. In addition to his role as narrator, Douglas also served as an executive producer for the film.
Douglas has enjoyed a long and storied career, earning several accolades for his roles, but he often emphasizes that his children are what he values most in life. He first became a father in 1978 with the birth of his son Cameron, 45, from his marriage to Diandra Luker. After their divorce in 2000, Douglas married Zeta-Jones, and the couple has two children together, Dylan and 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’ children have made several appearances on the red carpet at his movie premieres. His oldest child, Cameron, has even joined him on-screen in a few projects. The actor has also shared glimpses into his family life on social media, as has his wife, Zeta-Jones. In June 2020, Zeta-Jones posted a rare family photo on Father’s Day, writing, “We love you Michael, Happy Father’s Day my love 💌🌹♥.”
Cameron Douglas, born on December 13, 1978, has had a tumultuous journey with drug addiction, which began at age 13. In 2009, he was arrested for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine and was sentenced to five years in prison, later extended for possession while incarcerated. He was released in 2016 after nearly eight years and has since emerged sober, determined to help other addicts seek help.
“I’m very proud of him, not only for the book but for the way he conducts his life,” Douglas said of his son’s memoir and journey to recovery. Cameron is now raising two children with his longtime girlfriend, yoga instructor Viviene Thibes. The couple welcomed their first child, daughter Lua Lizzy Douglas, on December 18, 2017, and their son, Ryder T. Douglas, on December 22, 2020.
Dylan Douglas, born on August 8, 2000, has also made his parents proud. In 2016, at 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, and in 2022, he graduated from college. “One proud Dad! Congratulations Dylan! Well done! 👏 @dylan_douglas,” Douglas 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 often accompanied her stylish mom to high-profile fashion events. In a joint mother-daughter interview with Town & Country, Carys talked about 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.”
As she got older and her family moved from Bermuda to New York, she began to grasp her parents’ level of fame. Despite the challenges of growing up in the public eye, Carys has embraced her parents’ attention, attending various events with them over the years. In May 2023, she attended the 76th Annual Cannes Film Festival with her parents, walking the red carpet in a semi-see-through white gown.
Carys has her sights set on a future in fashion, inspired by her mother. “Fashion has been so important in my life, because my mom is like a fashion icon to me,” she said. “I’m always looking through her closet.” She also shared that her parents constantly remind her of how lucky she is: “My parents do a really good job of reality-checking me and being like, ‘Look around you. The life you have is extraordinary.'”
Michael Douglas’ appearance at the “America’s Burning” premiere with his children Dylan and Carys was a testament to his pride and love for his family. The documentary, which tackles America’s growing economic divide while providing hope for the future, is set to release in theaters on July 12.
Source: Daily Mail, People, Yahoo Entertainment, Town & Country
