Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones’ son, Dylan, took the opportunity during a rare family outing to express his admiration for his parents. However, his touching speech was met with criticism due to his apparent lack of manners.
The family, including the 22-year-old Dylan, attended the premiere of “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” in Los Angeles on February 7, 2023.
In an interview with Entertainment Tonight at the event, Dylan praised his parents for their work and expressed his pride in them as both actors and parents.
Despite his heartfelt words, social media users criticized Dylan for chewing gum during the interview, deeming it inappropriate behavior for a young man of his privilege. Some comments suggested that he lacked respect and proper etiquette, while others joked about his manners.
In response to the criticism, Michael Douglas emphasized that Dylan is well-mannered, attributing his upbringing to the values instilled by his parents. Douglas previously spoke about his parenting approach, prioritizing love and support for his children.
He highlighted their strong bond and dismissed notions of entitlement, describing his children as confident and worldly yet respectful. Additionally, Douglas mentioned Dylan’s dyslexia, indicating the family’s proactive approach to addressing their children’s needs.