Michael Douglas steps out with rarely seen daughter Carys who is the spitting image of her famous mom

Growing up with two famous Hollywood parents means the spotlight is never too far away.

But for Carys Douglas, 23, one thing seems to follow her wherever she goes: the inevitable comparisons to her mother and father.

The daughter of Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones recently stepped out with her famous dad and older brother Dylan, 26, for a special evening in New York City.

Her brother opted for an olive-brown suit and a colorful patterned shirt, while their father kept things classic in a navy blazer and dark trousers.

And while Michael had a major reason to celebrate, it was his grown-up children who caught plenty of attention.

The family attended the Tibet House US Art of Freedom Gala on November 4, where Michael was among the recipients of the organization’s 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award.

Dressed for the occasion, Carys looked effortlessly elegant in a fitted black top with a high neckline and a pale gold skirt decorated with rows of dark embellishments.

Michael was clearly delighted to have his two youngest children by his side.

Sharing a photograph from the evening on Facebook on November 6, he wrote: ”A wonderful night in NYC with Carys Douglas and Dylan Douglas ❤️”

He also expressed his gratitude to the organization, adding: ”Thank you to Tibet House US – NYC for honoring me with the Art of Freedom Award.”

”Truly grateful for this special recognition and for such a memorable evening!”

But as the family portrait made its way around social media, the conversation quickly shifted to something else: the resemblance between the three generations of Hollywood stars.

With Catherine Zeta-Jones absent from the photograph, fans wasted little time debating which parent the siblings take after.

One Facebook user immediately wanted to know: ”Where is Catherine?”

Others were convinced that the actress had passed her looks down to both children.

”The kids look like Mom ❤️,” one person wrote .

”Now thats some good DNA mister Douglas!,” one fan commented.

Another admirer singled out Carys, commenting: ”Cary’s is the spitting image of her mum Catherine Zeta Jones. Beautiful [sic].”

But not everyone agreed.

One commenter offered a completely different interpretation, writing: ”The son looks like his mother and the daughter to her father [sic].”

Another seemed to turn the family resemblance debate on its head, saying: ”Sorry nothing like catherine but Dylan is more like his mother [sic].”

The resemblance between Carys and her mother is hard to miss, but their connection goes far beyond their appearance.

Fashion, in particular, is something the two women clearly share a passion for. Carys has often turned to her mother’s wardrobe for inspiration, wearing vintage pieces from Catherine’s collection at important events. Some of the outfits have even been seen on Catherine at red-carpet appearances decades earlier.

For Carys, rewearing her mother’s clothes is about more than having access to a collection of beautiful designer pieces. She has also spoken about her appreciation for sustainable fashion, explaining that giving existing clothes a new life fits with her values and offers an alternative to the constant cycle of fast fashion.

It’s hard to believe how much time has passed since Carys and Dylan were little children appearing alongside their famous parents……………..CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE