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Michael Douglas to Receive Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes

Michael Douglas to Receive Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes – Veteran Hollywood star Michael Douglas will be awarded an honorary Palme d’Or at the 76th Cannes Film Festival for his brilliant career and contribution to cinema. The festival will pay tribute to the 78-year-old actor during the opening ceremony on May 16th, 2023. The 2023 edition of the Cannes Film Festival will be held from May 16 to 27.

  • Douglas had a diverse career, starring in numerous acclaimed films like The China Syndrome, Basic Instinct, Falling Down, and Behind the Candelabra.
  • In 1987, Michael Douglas rolled as banker Gordon Gekko in Wall Street, which earned him an Academy Award.

Who is Michael Douglas?

  • Douglas is the son of Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas and started his career as a producer of the film One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest in 1975, which also won him an Oscar.
  • His presence was seen at the Cannes Film Festival for the screening of Behind the Candelabra, where he rolled the beloved character of flamboyant pianist Liberace.

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