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Michael Douglas Reveals Secret Phone Calls to Five Women Before Marrying Catherine Zeta-Jones
WHY IT MATTERS
Douglas' story highlights the importance of commitment and communication in relationships, especially in the high-pressure world of Hollywood.
What happened
Michael Douglas, in his new memoir 'One Helluva Ride,' shares the story of how he chose Catherine Zeta-Jones as his partner. Before marrying her, Douglas made five phone calls to five women he was seeing, assuring them he could no longer see them.
He wanted to convince Zeta-Jones that he was serious about their relationship.
The couple married in 2000 and have been together for over 25 years, despite facing challenges and taking a break in 2013.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Michael Douglas reveals he made five phone calls to five women the day he chose Catherine Zeta-Jones
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