Catherine Zeta-Jones hands Michael Douglas theatre award

Catherine Zeta-Jones has presented her husband Michael Douglas with the annual Monte Cristo Award for his contribution to the theatre community.

The ceremony was held at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center in New York - where Douglas started his acting career.

"This award means a tremendous amount to me, it brings back a lot of memories and it was a integral part and an important part of my growth and development to this day as an actor," he said.