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Clooney: Fired or Quit? Hollywood Career Almost Ended
6 Jan
Summary
- George Clooney almost quit acting after a dispute with a producer.
- He recalled being spoken to disrespectfully, leading to an argument.
- Another professional later helped his career after the incident.
George Clooney, now 64, recently reflected on a tumultuous on-set experience approximately ten years into his career that nearly derailed his acting ambitions. He described a significant altercation with an executive producer on a television show, stemming from being addressed disrespectfully. Clooney stated that the outcome of this argument, whether he was fired or chose to quit, remains unclear.
However, this near career-ending event was followed by a fortunate turn of events. An acquaintance, whom Clooney had helped in the past, learned of the situation and provided him with an audition and a pilot opportunity. This intervention proved crucial, allowing Clooney to remain in Hollywood and continue pursuing his acting career.
Clooney also discussed his role in the recently released 'Jay Kelly,' where he portrays a fictional movie star dealing with loneliness and life choices. He clarified that this character differs significantly from his personal experiences, emphasizing his strong family connections and a different social circle, making the role distinct from his own life in show business.
