Let’s face it—celebrating a birthday over 100 years old is an extraordinary milestone. On Monday, December 9, Michael Douglas and his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, threw their hearts into honoring Kirk Douglas, the legendary star of Spartacus, as he turned a jaw-dropping 103 years old. In true Douglas family fashion, they marked the occasion with heartfelt tributes that warmed the hearts of fans everywhere.
A Sweet Moment from Catherine Zeta-Jones
Catherine wasted no time in sharing her love for her father-in-law with the world. On Instagram, she posted a candid snapshot of Kirk sitting comfortably on her lap, proving that age is just a number when it comes to family bonds. “This guy on my knee, is 103!!!!! Happy Birthday Pappy!!! I love you with all my heart. 😘❤️,” she captioned the photo. Her words and the image captured the essence of their close-knit family dynamic, reminding everyone of the joy and love that come with celebrating such a significant birthday.
Not to be outdone, Michael followed up with his own tribute later in the day. He shared a touching photo of himself planting a kiss on his dad's cheek. In the caption, he wrote, “Happy birthday Dad! You are a living legend and your entire family sends you all the love in their hearts! #KirkDouglas #103.” Michael's message perfectly encapsulated the admiration and respect that the entire Douglas clan has for their patriarch.
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A Bittersweet Note from Michael
While the celebration was filled with joy, Michael shared some bittersweet news with Closer Weekly. Due to long-planned Christmas travel, he wouldn’t be able to join his father in person for the big day. “Unfortunately, we aren’t going to be there. We have a long-planned Christmas trip,” Michael explained, referring to his family of three children—Cameron, 40, Dylan, 19, and Carys, 16.
Michael also opened up about the challenges his father faces as he continues to age. “It’s incredible that he’s made it this far, but even he admits it’s tough. He says there’s nobody left around—you lose all your friends,” Michael revealed. It’s a poignant reminder of the mixed emotions that come with reaching such an advanced age.
Words of Wisdom from a Legend
Despite the challenges, Kirk has undoubtedly gained a wealth of wisdom over the years. For Michael and Catherine’s 20th wedding anniversary, he offered some sage advice on how to keep love alive. Having been married to Anne Buydens since 1954, Kirk knows a thing or two about making a marriage work. “Happy anniversary! Michael, you learned a very important lesson: to stay married you must obey your wife! Keep practicing what I do with my wife,” he wrote in a heartfelt letter to his son. “Love, Kirk.”
