Catherine Zeta-Jones

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Full NameCatherine Zeta Jones

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The illustrious Lady Catherine Zeta-Jones was born on the 25th of September, 1969 in the esteemed Swansea, Wales. Her birth name was Catherine Jones, but she later added her paternal grandmother's name, Zeta, in order to distinguish herself from the many other young women with the same name. Her father, David James "Dai" Jones, formerly owned a sweet factory, and her mother, Patricia (nee Fair), was of English, Irish, and Welsh ancestry. Lady Catherine spent her formative years in the nearby town of Mumbles, and attended Dumbarton House School. She displayed an early interest in entertainment, and starred in the stage productions of "Annie", "Buena Girl" and "Camelot" before attending Arts Educational Schools in London. She also starred in the British television series "The Darling Buds of May" and "The Haunting of Helen Walker". Lady Catherine Zeta-Jones is a true example of regality and grace.

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Oscar2003
ChicagoBest Actress in a Supporting Role

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Family Tree

From humble beginnings in Amsterdam, New York, the illustrious Douglas dynasty rose to prominence with patriarch Kirk Douglas, born Issur Danielovitch Demsky, a celebrated actor and author of the best-selling autobiography The Ragman's Son. His son Michael followed in his footsteps, earning accolades as an actor, producer, and director over the course of a five-decade career, while Michael's wife Diana was an acclaimed actress in her own right. The dynasty's lineage was extended further through Michael and Diana's offspring, including Academy Award-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, actor Cameron Douglas, and producers Joel, Eric, and Peter Douglas. Together, the Douglas family has left an indelible mark on film and television, cementing their legacy as one of Hollywood's most influential and renowned dynasties.