BELFAST TELEGRAPH (UK) 23 December 13 Michael Douglas’ reptile Xmas gift
The actor’s dad is veteran star Kirk Douglas, who had an unusual idea of the perfect festive treat for his son when he was little. Michael can vividly remember how shocked he was when he opened a burlap bag and the 11-foot bullsnake wriggled its way out.
“My mom nearly fainted. It ate mice and raw eggs - in their shells,” he laughed to New York Post.
While the young Michael might have been thrilled with his gift, his mother was less impressed and the snake soon went to a new home.
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