Catherine Zeta-Jones Posted an Emotional Tribute to Kirk Douglas on His 103 Birthday

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  • Kirk Douglas turned 103 on December 9, 2019.

  • The actor was celebrated by his son Michael Douglas and his daughter-in-law Catherine Zeta-Jones.

  • See their sweet tributes, and learn more about Kirk's career and family life.

Kirk Douglas is celebrating a milestone birthday. The legendary actor turned 103, and his famous family, specifically Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas, are sending him plenty of love once again.

His daughter-in-law, 50, posted an adorable photo of the two on Instagram. “This guy on my knee, is 103!!!!! Happy birthday Pappy!!! I love you with all my heart,” she wrote.

Michael, 75, posted a similarly sweet tribute. “Happy Birthday Dad! You are a living legend and your entire family sends you all the love in their hearts!” he captioned a picture of Michael laying a kiss on his father's head.

Kirk was born on December 9, 1916. He’s known for films like Spartacus, The Vikings, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, and so many more. (He has 95 acting credits on IMDB!). He’s also served as an executive producer on 31 projects and been featured on 17 soundtracks.

Kirk was married twice, first to Diana Douglas from 1943-1951. Kirk and Diana, who passed away in 2015, shared two children together: Michael and Joel, 72. Kirk tied the knot with his current wife Anne Buydens, 100, in 1954, and they had sons Peter, 64, and Eric, who died in 2004.

Photo credit: Tibrina Hobson
Photo credit: Tibrina Hobson

The Ace in the Hole star also has a slew of grandchildren, including Michael’s son, Cameron, 40, from his former marriage to Diandra Luker, and Michael and Catherine’s two kids, son Dylan, 19, and daughter Carys, 16.

With a big family like that, you know they have something special planned for Kirk’s party. Happy birthday Kirk!

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