AdeHollywood romances often fade as quickly as they begin — but not for Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas. Their love story, which began with a chance meeting at a film festival in France, has stood the test of time for more than 27 years, proving that true love can thrive even under the spotlight.
🎬 A French Film Festival Beginning
It all started in 1998 at the Deauville American Film Festival in France. Michael Douglas, already a Hollywood legend, was promoting his movie A Perfect Murder, while Catherine Zeta-Jones was there for her breakout hit The Mask of Zorro. Introduced by actor Danny DeVito, Douglas was immediately captivated by the Welsh beauty.
The story goes that Michael told her, “I want to be the father of your children.” Though the bold line might have been a little forward, it made an impression — and soon after, the two began a relationship that would charm Hollywood for decades.
đź’ž A Whirlwind Romance and a Grand Wedding
Just over a year later, the couple welcomed their first child, Dylan, in August 2000. Three months later, on November 18, 2000, they tied the knot in a lavish ceremony at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. The star-studded wedding, attended by A-listers from every corner of entertainment, was the perfect celebration of a modern fairytale.
The following years brought both joy and challenge — including the birth of their daughter, Carys, in 2003, and Douglas’s battle with cancer in 2010. Through it all, Zeta-Jones stood by his side, showing the same strength and grace that has defined her on-screen career.
đź’Ť Weathering Storms Together
Like many long-term relationships, their marriage faced its share of ups and downs. In 2013, the pair briefly separated but never divorced. Instead, they worked through their challenges privately and later reconciled — a decision that only made their bond stronger.
In interviews, both stars often credit communication, humor, and respect as the key ingredients to their lasting marriage. As Catherine once said, “You can’t take yourself too seriously — you have to laugh and stay honest.”
❤️ Still Going Strong
Today, the couple enjoys life between their homes in New York and Mallorca, often sharing sweet glimpses of their family and adventures on social media. After 27 years together, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas remain one of Hollywood’s most enduring love stories — a rare romance that truly began with “once upon a time” at a French film festival.
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John Owolabi
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