Michael Douglas Revisits Oscars Controversy Involving Cher and Glenn Close

Michael Douglas has reignited a Hollywood debate about the 1988 Academy Awards. He questioned why his “Fatal Attraction” co-star Glenn Close did not win the Oscar over Cher, who won for her role in “Moonstruck.”

Douglas, 82, appeared on “The Graham Norton Show” with Close, 79. The pair reflected on their 1987 film and its Oscar nominations. The topic came up as Close is set to receive an honorary Academy Award at the Governors Awards on Nov. 15.

During the show, Douglas expressed his belief that Close should have won the Oscar for “Fatal Attraction.” Cher won the Best Actress award that year, a win Douglas noted by saying, “She should have won with ‘Fatal Attraction,'” referring to Close.

Glenn Close was nominated for her portrayal of Alex Forrest in “Fatal Attraction”—a film about a man whose affair takes a dark turn. Meanwhile, Cher’s performance in “Moonstruck” earned her the Oscar. Douglas described Close’s performance as one of the greatest ever.

Cher responded through her representative, who told Fox News Digital that she “adores Michael Douglas,” offering a warm end to the long-simmering controversy.

The 60th Academy Awards saw “Fatal Attraction” nominated for six Oscars, including Best Picture. Despite missing out in the Best Actress category with Cher’s victory, Close’s performance remains celebrated.