The Real Reason Why Kirk Douglas Left No Money To His Children In His Will
Kirk Douglas lived to the tremendous age of 103 — and it’s fair to say that he’d led a remarkable life. Kirk’s many career accomplishments had even earned him an eye-watering $61-million fortune. Yet two weeks after his passing — and after a slew of heartfelt tributes had poured in — the media revealed that the Golden Age star had cut his equally well-known son, Michael, out of his will. And the reason why may just bring a tear to your eye.
Unknown causes
Kirk’s family didn’t reveal the exact cause of his death, but it was well known that he’d had health issues for a long time. A major stroke back in 1996 had left him struggling to speak, and he had only partially regained the ability to express himself after months of therapy.
Family matters
However, one detail that the family did release is that Kirk had passed away surrounded by family. The actor had welcomed four sons: Michael, Joel, Peter, and Eric — who had predeceased Kirk. Kirk’s kids had also given him seven grandchildren: Cameron, Dylan, Carys, Kelsey, Tyler, Ryan, and Jason. Clearly, then, he was a man who loved his family.
A much-loved legend
And when news of Kirk’s death hit the internet, many naturally took to social media to pay sorrowful tributes. There was plenty to honor, too. Famously, the Hollywood icon had been one of the last remaining stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood, and some of the movies in which he had appeared, such as Lust for Life, Paths of Glory, and Spartacus, had since become classics. He family honored him, too, of course.
No hard feelings
Among those paying homage to Kirk was his daughter-in-law Catherine Zeta-Jones. The two had always enjoyed a close relationship. On her Instagram account, the Oscar-winning actress and wife of Michael posted the simple words, “To my darling Kirk, I shall love you for the rest of my life. I miss you already. Sleep tight.”
