Acclaimed directorSteven Spielbergremembered his bond with Douglas in a statement obtained by EW.
Bravo Kirk Douglas on an incredible life, she wrote.
Thank you for so generously sharing your amazing talent with all of us.
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The film we made together will always hold a special place in my heart.
Kirk Douglas will always be an icon in the pantheon of Hollywood.
He put himself on the line to break the blacklist.
My love goes out to my friend Michael and the whole family, Reiner tweeted.
Actor Ed Asner tweeted, I will always be in awe.
May your memory forever be a blessing.
Veteran actors and formerStar Trekstars George Takei and William Shatner also honored Douglas legacy on Twitter.
He was adored and beloved, and he shall be missed, Takei wrote on Wednesday.
Condolences to the family of Kirk Douglas.
What an incredible icon he was in this industry!
Twitter accounts for the Academy and late legend Humphrey Bogart said goodbye to Douglas as well.
Bogarts estate noted the close ties between former costars Douglas and Lauren Bacall, who was married to Bogart.
The legendary Kirk Douglas has passed away.
He studied acting with Lauren Bacall in New York City, the Twitter account shared.
She introduced him to Warner Brothers producer Hal Wallis.
In 2009, Kirk presented Lauren with her honorary Oscar.
We send our condolences to the Douglas family.
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