About George Clooney

George Clooney is an American actor, filmmaker and director.

One of the most sought-after A-List actors in the entertainment business is George Clooney. He frequently receives at least $20 million for a single movie part, not even accounting for residuals and back-end royalties. In the 1990s, Clooney rose to fame as Dr. Doug Ross in the popular medical drama “ER.” After making the switch to film, Clooney starred in films including “Three Kings,” “From Dusk Till Dawn,” and “Out of Sight.” His performances in “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” and “The Perfect Storm” brought him praise from critics.

With the “Ocean’s Eleven” film series and his first feature film, “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind,” Clooney’s career took off. With his roles in “Syriana” and “Michael Clayton,” he was nominated for Academy Awards and took home the Best Supporting Actor trophy for the former. His directing credits include “The Ides of March” and “Good Night, and Good Luck,” both of which received positive reviews. George has been involved in a number of charitable initiatives and co-founded the production firm Smokehouse Pictures. He has also used his famous profile to promote awareness of social and political issues. Later films that Clooney is well-known for include “Gravity,” “The Descendants,” “Up in the Air,” and “The Midnight Sky,” which he also directed. Walt Disney and Clooney are the only two individuals to have received nominations for six distinct Academy Awards.