Beloved actor Kirk Douglas was known for his iconic roles on the big screen, but behind the scenes he played a major role in supporting one of Hollywood’s oldest charities: the Motion Picture & Television Fund. In 2015, the couple gave $15 million to build the Kirk and Anne Douglas Care Pavilion, a 50-bed memory-care unit that will open in the near future. AdvertisementAccording to Beitcher, Douglas’ connection to Alzheimer’s disease dates back to the time he and Anne were living in New York City. “Kirk Douglas was a true hero of mine,” he said in a statement. “He had no filter, and I introduced him and said this is Kirk Douglas.” The resident said, ‘you’re not ... Kirk Douglas.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 06, 2020 02:37 UTC