George Clooney Shares a Surprising Personal Moment with Adam Sandler
In a surprising moment of art imitating life, George Clooney found himself reflecting on his own career while starring in the new Netflix film, Jay Kelly. The film’s co-writer and director, Noah Baumbach, included clips from Clooney’s filmography during a pivotal scene in which his character receives a lifetime achievement award.
Clooney expressed his astonishment during an interview on Entertainment Weekly’s Around the Table, stating, “Oh, it was a surprise all right. I was surprised.” He was joined by co-star Adam Sandler, who remarked, “We were both surprised. We felt things that we didn’t expect to feel.”
Clooney continued, “We held hands. No, I didn’t know he was going to use sort of clips from my own actual career, which was a surprise. And you get to look at a lot of bad haircuts over the… mullets.”
He playfully quipped at Sandler, “Don’t you laugh. You had a mullet.”
George Clooney in ‘Jay Kelly’
Now streaming on Netflix, Jay Kelly follows the titular character, portrayed by Clooney, as he embarks on a poignant journey of self-discovery. Accompanied by his loyal manager Ron, played by Sandler, the film deftly blends humor and serious themes, exploring the regrets and accomplishments that shape a life in the spotlight.
