The world of Hollywood has its fair share of famous families and dynasties. The latest addition to this list is Carys Zeta Douglas, daughter of screen legends Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas.
The young starlet recently made her debut on the red carpet at the opening of the Cannes Film Festival and instantly became the talk of the town. All eyes were on her as people started to ask ‘Who is Carys Zeta Douglas?‘
In this article, we will dive into the world of this rising star and learn more about her background, career aspirations, and what it’s like growing up in a family of Hollywood royalty.
Birth And Early Years
Carys Zeta Douglas, born on April 20, 2003, is the daughter of Hollywood power couple Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas. Her mother was nine months pregnant when she won an Oscar for her role in the film ‘Chicago’. Carys was born in ‘Valley Hospital’ in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and weighed 6 pounds and 12 ounces. Her name, pronounced cah-riss, is a Welsh feminine given a name that means ‘love’.
It is said that Carys’ name was chosen by her parents as a tribute to Zeta-Jones’ Welsh heritage. Carys comes from a Welsh, British, and American-Bermudian ethnicity. She spent her childhood in her parents’ home in Bermuda, where they kept her away from the media spotlight. Despite her parents’ fame, Carys was bullied in school due to the huge age gap between her parents.
She has even talked about the trauma she suffered from the paparazzi during her childhood. Carys has been interested in acting since she was a child. She participated in her school’s productions of ‘Spring Awakening’ and played the lead in the one-act play ‘Once on This Island’.
Siblings
Dylan Douglas
Dylan Douglas is the elder brother of Carys Zeta Jones by two years. On August 8, 2000, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas welcomed their first child together, Dylan Douglas. A few months after his birth, the couple got married with Dylan present at the ceremony. Dylan has now graduated from Brown University with a degree in political science, much to the delight of his proud parents.
Cameron Douglas
Cameron Douglas is the son of Hollywood actor Michael Douglas and his first wife, Diandra Luker, and half-brother of Carys Zeta-Jones. Cameron was born on December 13, 1978, and has had his fair share of struggles in life.
He has battled drug addiction since he was a teenager, which he detailed in his 2019 memoir ‘Long Way Home’. Despite his struggles, Cameron has created a family with his long-time girlfriend, Viviene Thibes, a yoga instructor. On December 18, 2017, the couple welcomed their first child, daughter Lua Lizzy Douglas.
On December 22, 2020, Cameron announced the birth of their second child, a son via Instagram. Cameron has continued the family tradition by pursuing an acting career. He starred with his father and late grandfather Kirk Douglas in the 2004 dramedy ‘It Runs in the Family’. Cameron is set to reunite with his father in the upcoming drama ‘Blood Knot’.
Carys Zeta Douglas – Multi-Talented Rising Star
Carys Zeta Douglas is known not just as the daughter of Hollywood stars Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas. Carys Douglas made her modeling debut in September 2017 alongside her mother at New York Fashion Week. She has also showcased her dance skills at the New York City Dance Alliance Foundation Gala.
Additionally, Carys has gained a following on Instagram where she shares her modeling portfolio, and currently has over 211K followers. She has graced the front rows of fashion shows like Dolce & Gabbana and Michael Kors with her mother and has been featured in photoshoots for magazines like Town & Country and Vanity Fair Spain.
Recently, she starred in a campaign with her mother for Fendi’s Peekaboo bag. Despite her modeling success, Carys is also exploring a music career, having performed Lady Gaga’s “Shallow” at a bar in Reykjavik, Iceland. Carys Douglas also made a splash on the red carpet at Cannes Film Festival 2023, where she sported a stunning hip cut-out gown by Elie Saab that featured delicate white lace and sheer details from the waist down. Her fashion choices have garnered much attention and praise, cementing her status as a rising fashion icon.
Social Media Presence
Carys Zeta Douglas, known by her stage name CZD, is an up-and-coming musician, as per her Instagram profile. She currently boasts a following of 211k people on the platform.
Final Thoughts
Carys Zeta Douglas, the daughter of Hollywood legends Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas, is quickly making a name for herself in the fashion and music industry. From her stunning red carpet appearances to her modeling campaigns, Carys has proved that she has what it takes to be a rising star in the spotlight.
Despite being the daughter of two Hollywood icons, Carys has managed to carve her own path and has shown her multi-talented skills as a model, performer, and Instagram personality. With her growing social media presence, Carys is poised to take the entertainment industry by storm and become a force to be reckoned with in the years to come.
