George Clooney Shares Paul Newman's Life-Changing Advice on Fame

When Hollywood legend Paul Newman offered advice, George Clooney listened—and decades later, that wisdom still resonates.

In a recent interview with The New York Times, George Clooney opened up about a pivotal moment with Paul Newman during the late 1990s, when both actors were working at Warner Bros. Paul Newman was filming 'Message in a Bottle,' while George Clooney was starring on 'ER.' At the time, Clooney approached the veteran actor simply to introduce himself. Although Newman initially didn't recognise him, it quickly became clear through passing studio interactions that George Clooney was gaining recognition and success in the industry.

Paul Newman's Advice to George Clooney

Over time, Newman offered Clooney a piece of guidance that deeply impacted how he handled fame. George Clooney explained that Paul Newman cautioned him against isolating himself in an effort to preserve privacy. Instead, Newman encouraged him not to allow fame to trap him indoors or disconnected from real life. Clooney admitted that he had been leaning toward withdrawing from public spaces at the time, and Newman’s perspective helped him reframe that instinct immediately.

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George Clooney has long admired Newman, even before meeting him. He previously spoke about how Newman influenced his approach to acting, confessing that he had drawn inspiration from the late actor's performances multiple times throughout his career.

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George Clooney Admires Paul Newman

One of the most influential performances, according to Clooney, was Newman's role in 'The Verdict.' He noted the subtle power of Newman's courtroom monologue, particularly how he defied traditional acting instincts by softening rather than escalating at the climax of the scene—a technique Clooney considers one of the greatest performances in film history.

Paul Newman passed away in September 2008 at the age of 83, leaving behind a legacy that continues to shape generations of actors.

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George Clooney's latest project, 'Jay Kelly,' features a strong ensemble including Adam Sandler, Emily Mortimer, Billy Crudup, Riley Keough, and Greta Gerwig. The film is currently playing in select theatres and is set to stream on Netflix beginning 5th December.

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