George Clooney - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	May 06, 1961
Age	64
Birthplace	Lexington, Kentucky, USA
Zodiac Sign	Taurus
Chinese Zodiac	Ox
Generation	Baby Boomer Generation
Known For	Hollywood acting career, directing and producing, humanitarian activism, and roles in films like 'Ocean's Eleven', 'Syriana', and 'Gravity'.

Intro

George Clooney is an acclaimed American actor, filmmaker, and philanthropist. Known for his roles in films such as 'Ocean's Eleven', 'Syriana', and 'Up in the Air', Clooney has received multiple accolades, including Academy Awards for both acting and producing. He is also recognized for his humanitarian efforts and political activism, particularly regarding Darfur and other global issues. Clooney's charm, wit, and versatility have established him as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

Early Life & Background

George Timothy Clooney was born on May 6, 1961, in Lexington, Kentucky, to Nina Bruce, a beauty queen and city councilwoman, and Nick Clooney, a television host and journalist. Raised in a well-known family with ties to the entertainment industry, Clooney moved frequently in his youth and attended Augusta High School in Kentucky before briefly attending Northern Kentucky University.

Career Highlights

Gained widespread recognition for playing Dr. Doug Ross in the medical drama 'ER' (1994–1999) [1][2].
Won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Syriana' (2005) [1][3].
Produced and starred in 'Argo' (2012), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture [1][3].
Starred in critically acclaimed films such as 'Ocean's Eleven' (2001), 'Up in the Air' (2009), and 'Michael Clayton' (2007) [1][2].
Known for humanitarian work, especially his advocacy regarding the Darfur conflict and co-founding the Not On Our Watch Project [2][4].

Trivia

He is the nephew of singer Rosemary Clooney [1].
Clooney has been named People magazine's 'Sexiest Man Alive' twice (1997, 2006) [1][5].
Co-founded Casamigos Tequila, which was sold for up to $1 billion in 2017 [6].

FAQs

How old is George Clooney?

George Clooney is 64 years old.

When was George Clooney born?

George Clooney was born the 6 May 1961.

Where is George Clooney from?

Lexington, Kentucky, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About May 6th, 1961, in brief:

Historical events: Tottenham Hotspur F.C. achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the first team in the 20th century to win both the English league and FA Cup in the same season. This would also be the last time Tottenham would win the English League for many decades.
Day of the week: May 6th, 1961 was a Saturday
Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
#1 US song: Runaway by Del Shannon
#1 UK song: Blue Moon by The Marcels
Popular movie: El Cid directed by Anthony Mann

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