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George Clooney Recalls 'Objectified' on 'Roseanne' Set
27 Jul
Summary
- Clooney played foreman Booker Brooks on 'Roseanne'.
- He appeared in 11 episodes, with a notable Season 1 presence.
- Clooney felt objectified by on-set behavior from colleagues.
Before achieving global fame with the medical drama "ER" in 1994, George Clooney honed his acting skills through guest appearances on popular '80s television series. One such role was on the acclaimed ABC show "Roseanne," where he played the charming Booker Brooks.
As the Wellman Plastics factory foreman, Brooks engaged in an on-again, off-again relationship with Roseanne's sister, Jackie Harris. Clooney's presence was significant during the show's early seasons, with him participating in 11 episodes in total. His memorable return in Season 4 saw him in a moose costume.
Clooney has since spoken about the objectification he experienced during his early career. He recalled instances on the "Roseanne" set where he felt his physical appearance was excessively focused on by others, describing it as a form of objectification.
