Basic Information
Name - Catherine Zeta-Jones
Date of Birth - September 25, 1969
Spouse - Michael Douglas (m. 2000)
Children - Carys Zeta Douglas, Dylan Michael Douglas
Parents - David James Jones, Patricia Fair
Nationality - Welsh (United Kingdom)
Profession - Actress
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Biography
Catherine Zeta-Jones is a celebrated Welsh actress known for her versatility and captivating performances. She was born on September 25, 1969, in Swansea, South Wales, to David Jones, a sweet factory owner, and Patricia Fair, a seamstress. Her name comes from her grandmothers, Zeta Jones and Catherine Fair. Raised in the Mumbles district of Swansea, she grew up in a modest household that later saw improved fortunes after winning a large sum in a bingo competition. This financial boost allowed her to pursue her passion for dance and acting from a young age.
As a child, Catherine was full of energy, leading her mother to enroll her in dance classes at just four years old. She attended Dumbarton House School in Swansea and became actively involved in local theatre. Her talent was evident early on—she won a Junior Star Trail talent competition with a Shirley Bassey song and even became a national tap dancing champion. By the age of nine, she landed a role in the West End production of Annie, and in her teenage years, she played lead roles in musicals such as Bugsy Malone and The Pajama Game.
Determined to make it big, Catherine left school at 15 to pursue acting full-time. She moved to London and attended the Arts Educational Schools in Chiswick, where she studied musical theatre. Her big break came in 1987 when she was cast as the second understudy for the lead role in the musical 42nd Street. When both the main actress and the first understudy were unavailable, she took the stage and impressed everyone with her performance, securing the lead role for the next two years. She later performed with the English National Opera in Street Scene.
Catherine made her screen debut in the 1990 French-Italian film 1001 Nights, but her real breakthrough came with the British television series The Darling Buds of May (1991–1993), where she became a household name. However, she felt typecast as just another pretty face in the UK entertainment industry. Seeking more diverse roles, she moved to Los Angeles, where Hollywood quickly took notice of her beauty and talent. She gained widespread recognition for her roles in The Mask of Zorro (1998) and Entrapment (1999), which established her as a leading actress.
Her career soared in the early 2000s with critically acclaimed performances in Traffic (2000) and Chicago (2002), where she played Velma Kelly, a role that won her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She continued to star in successful films, including Intolerable Cruelty (2003), Ocean라이브 바카라 Twelve (2004), The Terminal (2004), and No Reservations (2007). Later, she took on smaller film projects and made a triumphant return to theatre, winning a Tony Award for her role in A Little Night Music (2009).
In the following years, she acted intermittently, appearing in films such as Side Effects (2013), Red 2 (2013), and Dad라이브 바카라 Army (2016). She also took on television roles, playing Hollywood legend Olivia de Havilland in Feud: Bette & Joan (2017) and Morticia Addams in the Netflix series Wednesday (2022–present).
Beyond acting, Catherine is involved in various charitable causes and has endorsed several brands. She has been open about her struggles with bipolar II disorder, helping to raise awareness about mental health. In 2010, she was honored as a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for her contributions to film and humanitarian work.
Catherine Zeta-Jones is married to actor Michael Douglas, and they have two children, Carys and Dylan. Her journey from a small-town girl in Wales to a globally recognized actress is a testament to her talent, determination, and passion for the arts.
Career Timeline
1990s: Begins acting career in British TV, gains attention with The Darling Buds of May (1991)
1998: Hollywood breakthrough with The Mask of Zorro alongside Antonio Banderas
2000: Stars in Traffic, which earns critical acclaim; marries Michael Douglas
2002: Wins Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Chicago
2004-2010: Stars in films like Ocean라이브 바카라 Twelve, The Terminal, and No Reservations
2017: Returns to television with Feud: Bette and Joan
2022: Joins the cast of Netflix's Wednesday as Morticia Addams
Achievements
Awards & Recognition:
Academy Award for Chicago (2003)
BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actress (Chicago)
Tony Award for A Little Night Music (2010)
CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) for services to film (2010)
Records/Stats:
One of the few actresses to win an Oscar, BAFTA, and Tony Award
Starred in multiple box-office hits grossing over $1 billion worldwide
Philanthropic Work:
Actively supports charities like the Motion Picture & Television Fund and amfAR (AIDS Research)
Works towards mental health awareness, speaking openly about her struggles with bipolar disorder
Supports Welsh charities and promotes the arts in her home country
Key Quotes / Catchphrases
“I’m a true believer in karma. You get what you give, whether it라이브 바카라 bad or good.”
“I wish I were a little braver. I just wish I could be the lioness, but I’m more of a scaredy-cat.”
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