Actor Kirk Douglas who appeared in over 70 films dies at 103- Legendary film star, Kirk Douglas, has died at the age of 103 - Kirk appeared in over 70 movies in his long Hollywood career - His son and fellow actor, Michael Douglas, said Kirk will best be remembered as a wonderful family man by those who were closest to him Movie legend Kirk Douglas passed away yesterday at 103 years old. His passing was confirmed by his son, Michael Douglas, in a statement that detailed how much Kirk meant to his immediate and extended family. Michael wrote: “To the world, he was a legend, an actor from the golden age of movies who lived well into his golden years, a humanitarian whose commitment to justice and the causes he believed in set a standard of us all to aspire to… but to me and my brothers, Joel and Peter, he was simply dad, to Catherine, a wonderful father-in-law, to his grandchildren and great grandchildren, their loving grandfather, and to his wife Anne, a wonderful husband. Recommended for you “So accurate”: Ayra Starr chooses between rapping in Chinese and dumping he... PAY ATTENTION: Read best news on Nigeria's #1 news app “Kirk’s life was well lived, and he leaves a legacy in film that will endure for generations to come, and a history as a renowned philanthropist who worked to aid the public and bring peace to the planet. Let me end with the words I told him on his last birthday and which will always remain true. Dad – I love you so much and I am so proud to be your son.” Kirk was born Issur Danielovitch to parents of Russian descent in New York city. He began his career as a stage actor and went on to be nominated for a Best Actor Oscar in 1959. He's made over 70 films and has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Fans have begun paying tribute to the Lust for Life star on social media: Recommended for you Amaechi raises alarm, reveals the huge amount of money Governor Wike spent... PAY ATTENTION: Get your daily relationship tips and advice on Africa Love Aid group PAY ATTENTION: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda In a related Hollywood death story, some months ago Legit.ng reported that veteran comedian and actor, John Witherspoon passed at 77. The entertainer gave up the ghost on October 29, with cause of death yet to be stated. Witherspoon was survived by his wife and two sons. NAIJ.com (naija.ng) -> Legit.ng We have upgraded to serve you better XXXTentacion is dead: What Really Happened To The Young Rapper | Legit TV Source: Legit.ng - Legendary film star, Kirk Douglas, has died at the age of 103 - Kirk appeared in over 70 movies in his long Hollywood career - His son and fellow actor, Michael Douglas, said Kirk will best be remembered as a wonderful family man by those who were closest to him PAY ATTENTION: PAY ATTENTION: PAY ATTENTION: Legit.ng Legit.ng