Kirk Douglas Was Old Hollywood's Darkest Star

Kirk Douglas Was Old Hollywood's Darkest Star


January 26, 2026 | Sammy Tran

Kirk Douglas Was Old Hollywood's Darkest Star


It only takes one look at Kirk Douglas's chiseled face to realize he was no ordinary Old Hollywood heartthrob. Douglas brought an intensity to the screen that no one else could match—but the real drama started when the cameras stopped rolling. 

From countless adulterous affairs to chilling accusations, it's hard to say whether Kirk Douglas was a hero or a villain.

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