George Clooney

Date of Birth: May 6, 1961

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

George Timothy Clooney, born May 6, 1961, in Lexington, Kentucky, is an American actor, film director, producer, and philanthropist. Clooney garnered widespread fame for his role as Dr. Doug Ross on the long-running medical drama ER, which aired from 1994 to 1999. His charm, good looks, and undeniable talent quickly made him a household name. Clooney transitioned successfully from television to film, starring in blockbuster hits such as “Ocean’s Eleven” (2001) and its sequels, “Syriana” (2005), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, and “Up in the Air” (2009). Clooney’s directorial efforts have also been well-received, with films like “Good Night, and Good Luck” (2005) earning critical acclaim and multiple award nominations. Apart from his entertainment career, Clooney is known for his humanitarian work. He has been involved in various global causes, including advocacy for the Darfur conflict and efforts to bring attention to the 2010 Haiti earthquake. Clooney married human rights lawyer Amal Alamuddin in 2014, and the couple has since become one of Hollywood’s most admired power couples.

5 Interesting Facts about George Clooney

1. George Clooney is a two-time Academy Award winner, having won Best Supporting Actor for “Syriana” (2005) and as a producer for “Argo” (2012), which won Best Picture.

2. Clooney is known for his political activism and has been a United Nations Messenger of Peace since 2008.

3. He was named “Sexiest Man Alive” by People magazine twice, in 1997 and 2006.

4. Clooney co-founded Casamigos Tequila in 2013, which was sold to Diageo for up to $1 billion in 2017.

5. He has an impressive real estate portfolio, including homes in Los Angeles, Mexico, Italy (Lake Como), and England.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from George Clooney

1. “I don’t like to share my personal life… it wouldn’t be personal if I shared it.”

2. “The only failure is not to try.”

3. “I love children, but I also love a certain lifestyle. I feel that I would be a bad father because I would be too selfish.”

4. “I think anyone who is famous is a moron if they’re on Twitter. It’s just stupid.”

5. “You never really learn much from hearing yourself speak.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by George Clooney is estimated to be around $500 million, largely bolstered by the sale of his Casamigos Tequila company.