Deemed the “Sexiest Man Alive” by People magazine in 1997 and 2006 and best known for his starring role in the Ocean’s Eleven films, George Clooney‘s hard work, dedication and charming charismatic way not only took him to the Oscar circle in 2006 but brought him back for another round in 2008. [PAGEBREAK]
In 2005, George Clooney makes his dictorial debut in Confessions of A Dangerous Mind. [PAGEBREAK]
In 2006, the Santa Barbara International Film Festival honors George Clooney with it’s Modern Master Award. [PAGEBREAK]
George Clooney breaks Oscar history in 2006 by being the first actor to be nominated for writing and directing for Good Night and Good Luck and for Best Supporting Actor for Syriana.[PAGEBREAK]
George Clooney puts on 30 lbs with a pasta-heavy diet in order to portray CIA Agent Bob Barnes in Syriana. It’s a role that not only put pressure on his weight but during the filming George falls to the ground which caused liquid to come out of his nose, the liquid turns out to be spinal fluid.[PAGEBREAK]
George Clooney arrives at the 78th Academy Awards. He takes the time to stop and sign autographs for the fans.[PAGEBREAK]
George Clooney wins the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for Syriana in 2006. His hard work, dedication, weight gain and injury pays off big. [PAGEBREAK]
2006 was a huge year for George Clooney, collecting nominations and awards throughout the year, including being honored with an American Cinematheque Award.[PAGEBREAK]
In 2007, George Clooney adds to the list of accomplishments his immortalization of his hand print and signature in front of Grauman’s Chinese Theater, while promoting Ocean’s Thirteen. [PAGEBREAK]
In 2008, George Clooney is back in the Oscar race, picking up a nomination for Best Actor for Michael Clayton. The film also picks up a Best Film nomination. George is also producer for Michael Clayton.[PAGEBREAK]
One of the perks of being an Oscar Nominee is being able to meet and catch up with fellow Oscar contenders. At the 80th Academy Awards Nominees Luncheon, George Clooney gets to pal around with Supporting Actor Nominee Casey Affleck and Supporting Actor Nominee Javier Bardem. [PAGEBREAK]
George Clooney can take on any and all acclamations Hollywood has to offer; they are all well deserved. Not only is he a great actor, but has also earned his hyphenated titles of director/writer/producer with his Oscar nominated work. This hot A-list actor also brings attention to world issues through his characters. In February 2008, George Clooney also took on the role as UN Peace Messenger. We’re looking forward to see what George yet has to offer the world!
