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Michael Douglas Reveals Father Kirk’s Physical Abuse: ‘He Was of a Generation That Hit’
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Key Points:
- Michael Douglas reveals alleged physical abuse by his father, Kirk Douglas, in his memoir "One Helluva Ride," describing childhood incidents and their lasting effects.
- He explains that the memoir could not have been written while Kirk was alive, citing era norms around discipline and the complexity of their relationship.
- Douglas reflects on forgiveness over time, shared traits with his father such as ambition and temper, and includes anecdotes like a quip from Kirk after Michael's Oscar win for Wall Street.
- The memoir also explores family legacy and details from Michael's relationship with Kathleen Turner during the filming of Romancing the Stone.
