It's no secret that the entertainment industry is evolving, and George Clooney, one of Hollywood's most celebrated actors, is adjusting his career accordingly. The iconic star, who hasn't graced the silver screen with an acting role since the 2016 thriller Money Monster, recently opened up about his decision to step back from acting. And let's be honest, it's not because he needs the cash. George, now a father of two, shared that his priorities have shifted, and it's hard not to admire his perspective.
During a recent interview with The Sunday Times, the 56-year-old actor revealed that his financial security allows him the freedom to be choosy about the projects he takes on. "I have money," he candidly admitted. "So I can fight to make movies I want to make. Over the past 15 years, many of the films I've been involved in wouldn't have seen the light of day without my involvement. Take Good Night, and Good Luck, Michael Clayton, or Up in the Air—these were films that required passion and persistence to bring to life."
Now that George is navigating life as a father to twins Ella and Alexander, he acknowledges that acting simply isn't at the top of his priority list anymore. "I've been acting for a long time, and now, at 56, I'm not the guy who gets the girl anymore," he joked. "And frankly, I shouldn't be that guy anymore." Since marrying human rights lawyer Amal Clooney in 2014, George has embraced a new chapter in life that focuses on family and meaningful projects.
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A Tequila Empire Adds to His Financial Comfort
George's financial independence also stems from the success of his tequila company, Casamigos, which he co-founded with friends Rande Gerber and Mike Meldman. This venture proved to be a goldmine when they sold it for a staggering $1 billion over the summer. Despite this windfall, George hasn't completely ruled out acting. "If someone came to me with an offer like Paul Newman in The Verdict, I'd jump at it," he admitted. "But let's face it, roles like that don't come around often. Acting used to be how I paid the rent, but selling a tequila company for a billion dollars? I don't need the money anymore."
George in ER.
Reliving the Past Through 'ER'
With fewer acting commitments, George and Amal have found themselves revisiting his earlier work, particularly the beloved medical drama ER. "Every once in a while, Amal, who didn't really watch much television during that era, will stumble upon an episode, usually in Europe," George shared in a previous interview with Vanity Fair. "And it just makes us both laugh because, well, I've aged quite a bit since those days. Honestly, I'm grateful she came into my life 10 years after that guy." Here's hoping George continues to grace the big screen for years to come, bringing his charm and talent to new generations.
