Kirk Douglas embodied the American dream in its purest form: As the son of Russian-Jewish immigrants, Issur Danielovitch Demsky, as Douglas's real name was, had to grow up in the poorest of circumstances. But with talent and determination he made it to the top of Hollywood – and became a film legend that will never be forgotten. In the video you can see the last farewell from his son Michael – and the most important stages in his life.
News in video: Kirk Douglas – Hollywood legend died at 103 years old
