Michael Douglas says Glenn Close 'should have won' the Oscar over Cher for 'Fatal Attraction'
Michael Douglas is stirring up nearly four decades of Hollywood history after questioning Cher's 1988 Academy Award victory over his "Fatal Attraction" co-star Glenn Close, prompting an unexpected response from the legendary singer.
Key points
- During a recent appearance on " The Graham Norton Show," Douglas, 82, appeared alongside Close, 79, as the two revisited their 1987 psychological thriller and the Oscar nominations that followed.
- GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HERE Douglas continued praising Close's work in "Fatal Attraction," calling it one of the greatest performances in movie history.
- Despite the renewed attention surrounding her Oscar victory, Cher seemingly brushed off Douglas' comments.
MICHAEL DOUGLAS REVEALS HE MADE FIVE PHONE CALLS TO FIVE WOMEN THE DAY HE CHOSE CATHERINE ZETA-JONES "She should have won with 'Fatal Attraction,'" Douglas said.
Additional details
- "Cher adores Michael Douglas," a representative for the singer told Fox News Digital.
- CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS At the 60th Academy Awards, Cher won best actress for her portrayal of Loretta Castorini in "Moonstruck," opposite Nicolas Cage.
- Douglas said that Close had been nominated for her fourth Oscar at the time.
- Cher ultimately took home the best actress trophy for her role in the romantic comedy "Moonstruck" that same year.
- Representatives Douglas did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.
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