George Clooney

Date of Birth: May 6, 1961

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

George Timothy Clooney is an American actor, film director, producer, and philanthropist, born on May 6, 1961, in Lexington, Kentucky. Clooney first gained wide recognition for his role as Dr. Doug Ross on the long-running medical drama “ER” from 1994 to 1999. His performance on the show earned him two Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Clooney transitioned to film with notable roles in movies such as “Out of Sight” (1998), “Three Kings” (1999), and “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” (2000). He solidified his status as a Hollywood A-lister with his portrayal of Danny Ocean in the “Ocean’s Eleven” series, which was both a critical and commercial success. Clooney’s directorial efforts have also been well-received, with films like “Good Night, and Good Luck” (2005) earning six Academy Award nominations. In 2006, he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “Syriana.” Clooney is also known for his humanitarian work, particularly in Darfur and Haiti. He co-founded the Not On Our Watch Project, an organization focused on stopping mass atrocities. In recent years, Clooney has continued to act, direct, and produce, maintaining his influence in Hollywood.

5 Interesting Facts about George Clooney

1. George Clooney is the nephew of singer Rosemary Clooney and actor José Ferrer.

2. He was a semi-professional baseball player before turning to acting.

3. Clooney has won three Golden Globe Awards and two Academy Awards.

4. He co-founded the tequila company Casamigos, which was sold to Diageo for up to $1 billion.

5. Clooney was named People magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive” twice, in 1997 and 2006.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from George Clooney

1. “I’m a big believer in ‘you get what you give.’”

2. “The only failure is not to try.”

3. “I’m not a politician; I’m an actor.”

4. “You never really learn much from hearing yourself talk.”

5. “The simple truth is that everyone has an opinion, everyone has the right to voice it, and everyone else has the right to ignore it.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, George Clooney’s net worth was estimated to be around $500 million, largely due to his successful acting career and the sale of his tequila company, Casamigos.