Kirk Douglas was known for his political courage in Hollywood during the 1950s, particularly for his role in ending the anti-communist blacklist by ensuring that screenwriter Dalton Trumbo was credited under his real name. Beyond political courage, Douglas was a pioneer in the pursuit of greater artistic autonomy, founding his own production company to gain more control over projects. Although he often accepted lucrative roles, he always had projects that personally interested him. Additionally, during the 1970s, Douglas…
Kirk Douglas bravely fought blacklisting in Hollywood.
