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Michael Douglas Says He Has No Plans to Act Again
- In July 2025, Michael Douglas revealed during a press event in the Czech Republic that he does not plan to take on any acting roles unless a project truly stands out to him.
- Douglas revealed he stopped working purposefully since 2022 after a 2010 stage 4 tongue cancer diagnosis that required chemotherapy and radiation instead of surgery.
- The actor explained that surgery would have required removing part of his jaw, limiting his ability to speak and act, leading to his decision to pause work.
- Douglas said, "I have not worked since 2022 purposely because I realized I had to stop," and emphasized he is not retired but happily taking time off.
- This suggests Douglas plans to remain selective about future acting roles, reflecting on his health and long career while staying open to special projects.
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The acclaimed Hollywood actor has revealed that he has quietly said goodbye to his acting career after not working for the past three years – and that he has no intention of returning.
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Michael Douglas isn’t necessarily retired, but don’t expect him to be back onscreen anytime soon. The iconic actor/producer said during the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, via Deadline, that he has “no real intentions” of acting again. Douglas’ most recent screen role was in the series “The Kominsky Method.” “I’ve had a very busy career. Now, I have not worked since 2022, purposefully, because I realized I had to stop,” Douglas said. “…
American actor Michael Douglas, winner of the two Oscar prizes, who played in classic films such as "Wall Street" and "Factal Attraction", says he has no intention of playing, except in the case where "something special" appears.
Two-time Oscar winner Michael Douglas has revealed that he may be done with acting, as he currently has "no intention" of returning to the industry.
Michael Douglas: I Have ‘No Real Intentions’ of Acting Again
Michael Douglas alluded to his retirement, saying he has "no real intentions" to return to acting. The two-time Oscar winner made the revelation Friday while speaking at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic. The event celebrated the 50th anniversary of "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," which Douglas, 80, co-produced. Speaking to the press, Douglas said that, unless "something special came up" for him, he would not …
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