Catherine Zeta-Jones recently shared insights into her life with Michael Douglas, marking 25 years of marriage. In an interview with The Sunday Times, the actress, 55, discussed how she and Douglas, 80, manage to blend their fast-paced lifestyles with a sense of stability and comfort. Their enduring relationship highlights the balance they have struck between love, family, and career through the years.
Living Across Multiple Homes with a Focus on Comfort
Zeta-Jones and Douglas own four properties around the world, including locations in Canada, Spain, and New York. The couple chose to invest in spaces that provide comfort rather than extravagance.
I know it sounds very jet set, and I love to surround myself with beauty, but it’s not excessive, it’s very comfortable,
the actress said. Since their marriage in November 2000, they have raised two children together, Dylan, 25, and Carys, 22, while Douglas is also a father to Cameron, 46, from his previous marriage to Diandra Luker.
An Appreciation for Fashion That Values Simplicity
Though often seen in glamorous attire on the red carpet, Zeta-Jones prefers a more relaxed style in everyday life. She dismisses paying high prices for basic items, emphasizing a grounded approach to fashion.
A pair of jeans is a pair of jeans. Spending £200 ($270) on a white T-shirt? Nah,
she explained. A fan of vintage shopping, especially in Paris, she enjoys finding unique pieces such as capes that represent both history and artistry.
I go to all the vintage stores in Paris. I buy things that you are probably never going to wear, like a gorgeous cape, just great pieces,
she said. She also expressed enthusiasm for classic Yves Saint Laurent designs, appreciating the theatrical element of evening wear.
I am loving classic Yves Saint Laurent at the moment. I get excited about evening dresses. For me… the artistry… I love the theatre of fashion.
Early Life in Swansea, Wales, and Family Influence
Growing up in Swansea, Wales, Zeta-Jones reflected on the hardworking nature of her parents. Her mother, Patricia, worked as a seamstress while her father, David, was employed at a candy factory. A turning point came when her father won over $135,000 playing bingo, enabling him to purchase the candy factory and support his daughter’s dance education.
It feels like a very precocious thing, and I don’t know where it comes from, but I’d say it out loud, ‘I want to be on the stage.’ I was a bit of a prodigy,
Zeta-Jones recalled.
Insights from Michael Douglas About Their Spanish Estate
Following Zeta-Jones’ comments on their homes, Michael Douglas spoke about their cherished estate, S’Estaca, located on Mallorca, Spain. He originally bought the property with his ex-wife Diandra Luker in 1990 for $3.5 million. After their divorce in 2000, the two shared the home in what Douglas described as an uncomfortable situation for several years.
Douglas noted the importance of the estate to their family now that it fully belongs to him and Zeta-Jones.
Now that everything is arranged and that the house is one hundred percent ours, Catherine’s and mine, I can say that I never wanted to leave,
he said during a 2021 interview. He stressed that the home would stay in the family for future generations, observing,
Cameron, Dylan and Carys love it. My daughter speaks Spanish perfectly.
Describing Mallorca as magical, Douglas credited the couple’s happiness living there with the saying, happy wife, happy life. He also clarified the change in ownership, stating,
My ex-wife Diandra is no longer an owner, a partner with us, so we have the house together and Catherine’s very happy here.
Building a Lifelong Partnership Amid Family and Career Demands
The reflections shared by Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas offer a glimpse into how they nurture a strong family bond while managing prominent careers and multiple properties. Their commitment to creating a grounded home environment across various countries supports their children’s growth and their own personal fulfillment. As they continue their journey together, their focus on comfort, family, and shared experiences highlights the lasting impact of their marriage.
