Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas, both titans of the local film industry, have a special connection that extends beyond their professions. Both were born on the same day, September 25 and have spent the past twenty-one birthdays together. Zeta-Jones made a memorable statement this year to celebrate the day.
A Bold Birthday Gesture
Catherine Zeta-Jones celebrates turning 55 on the same date her husband, Michael Douglas, turns 80: September 25, 2024. In honor of their coordinated birthdays, Zeta-Jones shared a stunning black and white photo on Instagram. The nude pic depicted her leaning against a bathroom sink, with no clothes on other than high-heels. The post was captioned with the humorous words: “In my birthday suit! After over 25 years of sharing my birthday day with my husband, I am running out of gift ideas! This is gift option two, golf balls being option one… of course.”
Michael Douglas’s Heartfelt Response
Michael Douglas paid tribute to his wife in an emotional post on Instagram in return. Sharing a snap of Zeta-Jones, he said: “To my birthday sister, I love you with all my heart! May your new year be the best!” The loving comments made fans happy and displayed the endurance of their relationship.
A Serenade from Bono
Even Bono, the lead singer of the Irish rock band U2, stopped by to help celebrate their birthdays! Zeta-Jones posted a video of Bono presenting the couple with a cupcake and singing, “Happy Birthday.” The couple had selected an intimate event to highlight their close-knit community in the entertainment world.
A Look Back at Their Relationship
Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones met in 1998 at the Deauville Film Festival in France. Even though they had a 25-year age gap, they got engaged on December 31, 1999, and married on November 18 at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. The couple’s wedding was one for the ages and also known as the “wedding of the year.” They have faced obstacles over the years, including both suffering health issues and separating for just two days in 2013. They eventually made up and are still going strong together, recently celebrating their 24th wedding anniversary last November 2024.
Family Life and Shared Milestones
They share two children: son Dylan Michael, who arrived in August of 2000, and daughter Carys Zeta, born in April 2003. Over the years, they have given fans a sneak peek into their family life together via social media, often revealing just how tight-knit and unified they all are. From that year, on the same birthday they have celebrated together and with differentiated observances and annual wishes.
Public Reactions and Media Coverage
The media also reported on Zeta-Jones’ bold birthday post with different opinions surrounding body positivity and aging in Hollywood. The confidence that she displayed and the couple’s strong love won her praise from thousands of fans and fellow stars. Bono performing a star-studded serenade livened up the celebration and helped to draw more public interest in the festivities.
Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas have had the same page in Hollywood for over 20 years. By celebrating their birthdays or showing affection in public, they give a sneak peek into their private life, which appeals to fans around the world.
