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Sandler on Clooney's ER Fame: 'Invisible'
22 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Sandler felt invisible next to Clooney's ER fame.
- Both actors discussed fame and its effects.
- They are reuniting for the film Jay Kelly.

Adam Sandler recently recalled a 1995 NBA game where he felt completely overshadowed by George Clooney's immense fame, stemming from his role in 'ER.' Sandler confessed to feeling invisible as every eye in the arena was on Clooney, a stark contrast to his own burgeoning career. Clooney, in turn, remembered the outing as enjoyable, highlighting their enduring friendship.
The two actors, set to star together in the upcoming film 'Jay Kelly,' discussed their evolving understanding of fame. Clooney shared how his aunt's struggles with stardom after her career waned provided him an early, cautionary lesson. He emphasized that success is often intertwined with significant failure, making fame less about personal attributes and more about external circumstances.




