Michael Douglas Comments on Cher’s 1988 Oscar Win

Michael Douglas recently sparked curiosity by questioning Cher’s 1988 Oscar win over his ‘Fatal Attraction’ co-star Glenn Close. This discussion emerged during an appearance on ‘The Graham Norton Show,’ where Douglas appeared alongside Close as they reflected on their 1987 film and subsequent Oscar nominations.

As the conversation touched on Close’s upcoming honorary Academy Award, which will be presented at the Governors Awards on November 15, Douglas shared his thoughts on Close’s loss decades ago.

‘She should have won with ‘Fatal Attraction,” Douglas remarked. In 1988, Cher won the best actress award for her role in ‘Moonstruck,’ while Close was nominated for her performance in ‘Fatal Attraction.’

Douglas praised Close’s portrayal in ‘Fatal Attraction,’ calling it one of the greatest performances in movie history. Despite his remarks, Cher’s response to the comments was lighthearted. A representative for the singer stated, Cher adores Michael Douglas.

This exchange rekindles a longstanding debate in Hollywood history, yet concludes on a friendly note between the two stars. At the 60th Academy Awards, Cher’s winning role was for her character Loretta Castorini in ‘Moonstruck,’ opposite Nicolas Cage. Meanwhile, Close was nominated for her portrayal of Alex Forrest in the thriller ‘Fatal Attraction,’ which featured Douglas as a married attorney facing perilous consequences from an affair.

‘Fatal Attraction’ received six Academy Award nominations, including best picture. Representatives for Douglas did not provide further comments on the matter.