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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
George Clooney Reportedly Was ‘Shaken' After Joe Biden Didn't Recognize Him
A new report has emerged online, revealing that former U.S. official, President Joe Biden did not recognize longtime friend George Clooney. This occurred at a fundraiser the actor hosted. This report stems from information revealed in a new book focusing on Biden and his mental decline. Clooney had been aware of Biden's declining mental capabilities in recent years. This awareness motivated the actor to publish a New York Times op-ed. In the piece, he called for Biden to drop out of the 2024 presidential race. The New Yorker had published an excerpt from the book Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again. Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson authored the book. The book detailed a shocking moment in which Joe Biden once failed to recognize George Clooney. The incident occurred at a star-studded fundraiser Clooney hosted in 2024. Clooney was accompanied by fellow actor Julia Roberts for the event. He expected Biden to be tired after attending the G-7 leaders' summit. However, he didn't expect the interaction that would unfold between them. The authors wrote, 'The President appeared severely diminished, as if he'd aged a decade since Clooney last saw him, in December 2022.' Biden was accompanied by an aide who guided his movements by the arm. The book then notes how the Ticket to Paradise actor 'felt a knot form in his stomach' as Biden greeted and told him, 'thank you for being here,' twice. Biden's aide had reminded him that Clooney was standing before him. In response, the president said, 'Yeah, yeah.' According to the book, the encounter left George Clooney visibly unsettled. This is despite him and President Biden exchanging pleasantries afterward. He was also reportedly 'shaken to his core,' after a Biden aide had to once again clarify that Clooney was standing in front of the President. The book also documents an insider's account of the exchange, which they personally witnessed. 'It was not O.K.,' the insider said. 'That thing, the moment where you recognize someone you know—especially a famous person who's doing a f***ing fund-raiser for you—it was delayed. It was uncomfortable.' The book also mentions that the interaction troubled more than just Clooney. The authors had mentioned that other 'high-profile attendees' found Biden to be 'slow and almost catatonic' during the event that day. Originally reported by Abdul Azim Naushad on ComingSoon. The post George Clooney Reportedly Was 'Shaken' After Joe Biden Didn't Recognize Him appeared first on Mandatory.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
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George Clooney Was ‘Shaken' After Joe Biden Didn't Recognize Him — Report
A new report has emerged online, revealing that former U.S. official, President Joe Biden, did not recognize longtime friend George Clooney. This occurred at a fundraiser the actor hosted. This report stems from information revealed in a new book focusing on Biden and his mental decline. Clooney had been aware of Biden's declining mental capabilities in recent years. This awareness motivated the actor to publish a New York Times op-ed. In the piece, he called for Biden to drop out of the 2024 presidential race. The New Yorker had published an excerpt from the book Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again. Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson authored the book. The book detailed a shocking moment in which Joe Biden once failed to recognize George Clooney. The incident occurred at a star-studded fundraiser Clooney hosted in 2024. Clooney was accompanied by fellow actor Julia Roberts for the event. He expected Biden to be tired after attending the G-7 leaders' summit. However, he didn't expect the interaction that would unfold between them. The authors wrote, 'The President appeared severely diminished, as if he'd aged a decade since Clooney last saw him, in December, 2022.' Biden was accompanied by an aide who guided his movements by the arm. The book then notes how the Ticket to Paradise actor 'felt a knot form in his stomach' as Biden greeted and told him, 'thank you for being here,' twice. Biden's aide had reminded him that Clooney was standing before him. In response, the president said, 'Yeah, yeah.' According to the book, the encounter left George Clooney visibly unsettled. This is despite him and President Biden exchanging pleasantries afterward. He was also reportedly 'shaken to his core,' after a Biden aide had to once again clarify that Clooney was standing in front of the President. The book also documents an insider's account of the exchange, which they personally witnessed. 'It was not O.K.,' the insider said. 'That thing, the moment where you recognize someone you know—especially a famous person who's doing a f***ing fund-raiser for you—it was delayed. It was uncomfortable.' The book also mentions that the interaction troubled more than just Clooney. The authors had mentioned that other 'high-profile attendees' found Biden to be 'slow and almost catatonic' during the event that day. The post George Clooney Was 'Shaken' After Joe Biden Didn't Recognize Him — Report appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Joe Biden Failed to Recognize Longtime Friend George Clooney at 2024 Fundraiser, New Book Claims
During the middle of Joe Biden's term, the president failed to recognize his longtime friend and renowned actor George Clooney, a moment that left the 'Ticket to Paradise' star 'shaken,' according to a new book. The reported incident was detailed in CNN's Jake Tapper and Axios's Alex Thompson's 'Original Sin,' which covers Biden's mental decline, his administration's attempt to cover it up and the journalist's take on Biden's decision to make a second run for president. An excerpt from the book was shared in a post on The New Yorker. In the writeup, the journalists mention that the last time Clooney and Biden saw one another was in 2022 at the Kennedy Center Honors. At the time, Biden referred to Clooney as 'Amal Clooney's husband,' which he read from 'prepared remarks.' Two years later at the actor's June 2024 fundraiser for Biden, the president didn't have the slightest clue who the iconic actor was until his aide tipped him off. 'You know George, the aide told Biden at the time. 'Yeah, yeah,' the president responded. 'Thank you for being here.' When Clooney said hello to Biden and asked about his trip, Tapper and Thompson write that it 'seemed clear' that the president didn't recognize him. 'Clooney was shaken to his core,' the journalists wrote. 'The President hadn't recognized him, a man he had known for years. Clooney had expressed concern about Biden's health before — a White House aide had told him a few months before that they were working on getting the President to take longer steps when he walked — but obviously the problem went far beyond his gait. This was much graver.' Prior to Clooney dropping his op-ed pleading for Biden to step down from his role, Tapper and Thompson report that the actor was told Democrats had plans to convince Biden to exit. But when those failed in the form of a resistant letter from Biden, Clooney's next move was reaching out to former President Barack Obama, who told Clooney further attempts 'would only make Biden dig deeper.' A month later, and after Biden's catastrophic debate against Donald Trump, Clooney posted his New York Times guest essay 'George Clooney: I Love Joe Biden. But We Need a New Nominee.' The post Joe Biden Failed to Recognize Longtime Friend George Clooney at 2024 Fundraiser, New Book Claims appeared first on TheWrap.
Perth Now
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Julia Roberts has posed for an ultra-rare photo with all three of her children.
Julia Roberts has posed for an ultra-rare photo with all three of her children. The image was shared by 57-year-old actress Julia's husband, cinematographer Danny Moder, 55, showing the star with their twins Hazel and Phinnaeus, both 20, and their youngest son Henry, 17 – in a break from their notoriously private approach to their family and Danny have been married since 2002, having wed on her 82-acre ranch in Taos, New Mexico. The picture, posted to Danny's Instagram account to mark US Mother's Day, was captioned: 'Mothers make the coolest stuff. Love these guys.' Julia, known for her roles in films such as 'Pretty Woman', 'Runaway Bride' and 'Ticket to Paradise', has largely kept her children out of the spotlight. But in interviews over the past year, she has spoken more openly about motherhood and her children's transition to college life. Speaking to Extra in a previous interview, Julia said she was thrilled to see Hazel and Phinnaeus begin their university education. 'It's really thrilling and I wasn't lucky enough to have a college experience,' she said, adding: 'And so to see how it's happening for them is really fascinating. And yeah, I'm just, I'm excited for them.' The Oscar-winning actress also said: 'As soon as they hit the campus I immediately made supporting their schools my entire life. I wear the colors. I do the whole thing.' When asked how Henry was adjusting to being the only child still living at home, Julia said: 'I think it's a good 50/50 split. He's loving it. And I think he misses his people.' Julia also discussed Hazel's personal style, saying: 'She's more bohemian in her aesthetic.' She confirmed Hazel sometimes borrows from her wardrobe, adding: 'She can, yeah!' In December, during an appearance on 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon', Julia said her children were doing 'great' and confirmed that 'two of the three of my children are in college.' Julia and Danny, who recently wrapped work on a film project, have maintained a close-knit family dynamic. Julia has said: 'My husband just wrapped a movie and we get in the car and drive home together, so that will be nice.' More recently, Julia attended a Chopard event alongside Elton John. She spoke about her work with the luxury jewellery brand, for which she is the global ambassador. Julia helped design pieces using the 6,225-carat Insofu Emerald. She said of the experience: 'I feel like it's a promotion. I feel like I've come up the ranks a little bit.'
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
George and Amal Clooney's globe-trotting lifestyle potentially in jeopardy under Trump sanctions
George Clooney and wife Amal Clooney have put down roots around the world. The "Ticket to Paradise" star has rested his hat in many countries over the years and helped a small Italian community become a luxurious destination after buying a home in Lake Como at the turn of the century. While the couple has traveled back-and-forth for personal and professional obligations, Amal, a British human rights lawyer, may have difficulty entering the United States again due to her work with the International Criminal Court and new sanctions in an executive order signed by President Donald Trump. George Clooney's Wife Could Be Barred From Future Us Visits Due To Trump Sanctions Related To Her Work: Report Amal, 47, reportedly gave legal advice in a war crimes case against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over the war in Gaza, according to the Financial Times. Trump's executive order claims the court "engaged in illegitimate and baseless actions targeting America and our close ally Israel. The ICC has, without a legitimate basis, asserted jurisdiction over and opened preliminary investigations concerning personnel of the United States and certain of its allies, including Israel, and has further abused its power by issuing baseless arrest warrants targeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Former Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant. Read On The Fox News App "The United States will impose tangible and significant consequences on those responsible for the ICC's transgressions, some of which may include the blocking of property and assets, as well as the suspension of entry into the United States of ICC officials, employees, and agents, as well as their immediate family members." George Clooney Explains Why Wife Amal Skipped Star-studded Premiere Of His Broadway Show Amal, born in Lebanon and raised in Britain, practices law in both England and the United States and has lived all over the world. George and Amal met in 2013 and were introduced by a mutual friend at his home in Italy. He detailed their first meeting on "My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman" in 2018. "It's the wildest thing. A mutual friend of ours said, 'I'm stopping by and can I bring my friend?' And I was like, 'Of course.' I got a call from my agent who called me and said, 'I met this woman who's coming to your house who you're gonna marry.' The funniest thing was my mom and dad were visiting, so my parents were there, and we just talked, and we stayed up all night talking," Clooney recalled. Their first date was in London in October 2013, which Clooney later told The Hollywood Reporter in 2017 "was a good first date." Like What You're Reading? Click Here For More Entertainment News "We went for dinner," he recalled. "[Amal] said, 'Let's go to this place.' It was one of those places that was incredibly hip and chic. And when we came out, there were 50 paparazzi there. But she handled it like a champ. Pretty quickly, things escalated once I was in London." Clooney proposed to Amal in April 2014, and the couple married five months later in Venice, Italy. Three years later, in 2017, the Clooneys welcomed twins Alexander and Ella. Shortly after their wedding, George and Amal bought a home on a tiny island in England, Sonning Eye, according to Vogue. The couple reportedly moved to French wine country after purchasing an 18th century Provence estate four years ago. George and Amal were welcomed to Brignoles by the mayor, who shared a photo with the couple outside their new home in 2021. "Welcome to Brignoles! It's now official, George and Amal Clooney are residents of our beautiful community," Didier Brémond wrote on X. "I have had the pleasure of meeting them, by their invitation, at Domaine du Canadel, where they will soon set down their suitcases." Click Here To Sign Up For The Entertainment Newsletter The Clooneys' French property is roughly 30 minutes away from Château Miraval, an operating winery owned by George's buddy, Brad Pitt. While gearing up for his Broadway debut in "Good Night, and Good Luck," Clooney revealed his family was back living in the states. "They're in New York. We've been here the whole time," he told Access Hollywood. "You know, the normal things that children do, which is, apparently, you have to educate them, which I was shocked by. They're in school." During an appearance on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," he noted that his children were adjusting well to city life, and that they "love New York." "How can you not like the city? It's New York City!" Clooney said. "Amal went to NYU, so she's been here many times."Original article source: George and Amal Clooney's globe-trotting lifestyle potentially in jeopardy under Trump sanctions
