{"id":1985318,"date":"2025-08-28T20:04:42","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T20:04:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=1985318"},"modified":"2025-08-28T20:04:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T20:04:42","slug":"george-clooney-walks-venice-film-festival-red-carpet-with-wife-amal-after-skipping-prior-events-due-to-illness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/george-clooney-walks-venice-film-festival-red-carpet-with-wife-amal-after-skipping-prior-events-due-to-illness\/","title":{"rendered":"George Clooney Walks Venice Film Festival Red Carpet with Wife Amal After Skipping Prior Events Due to Illness"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div data-article-body=\"true\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-4 text-lg font-bold\">NEED TO KNOW<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"mb-4\">\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">George Clooney and his wife, Amal, walked the carpet at the Venice Film Festival premiere of his new film Jay Kelly on Thursday, Aug. 28<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">George previously missed a few scheduled appearances in Venice due to being under the weather<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ml-4 list-disc\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The pair&#8217;s last red carpet appearance was date night at The King&#8217;s Trust Awards in London on June 26<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/tag\/george-clooney\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:George Clooney;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">George Clooney<\/a> and his wife <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/tag\/amal-clooney\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Amal;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Amal<\/a> stepped out in style at the Venice Film Festival.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The 64-year-old actor and lawyer, 47, walked the carpet together on Thursday, Aug. 28, ahead of the premiere of his film, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/george-clooney-adam-sandler-jay-kelly-trailer-11729040\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Jay Kelly;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Jay Kelly<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Amal lit up the carpet in a body-hugging fuchsia minidress fitted with a billowing train. She accessorized with strappy heels and a gold clutch. Her long hair was worn down in a soft wave, and it blew in the Italian wind (along with her train!).<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">George kept it classic in a black tux with a white button-down shirt and black bow tie. He escorted his wife along the carpet proudly and posed for photos with her while holding her arm.<\/p>\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Daniele Venturelli\/WireImage George and Amal Clooney at 2025 Venice Film Festival on Aug. 28\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/lDV0HqKykkH5hSYnxCCPKg--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTY0MTtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/people_218\/e538b22d02d66c7a67e7c83031bf76f9\"\/><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"max-height:none;overflow:visible\">\n<p>Daniele Venturelli\/WireImage<\/p>\n<p> George and Amal Clooney at 2025 Venice Film Festival on Aug. 28<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Prior to the red carpet, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/george-clooney-backs-out-venice-film-festival-appearances-reportedly-ill-health-11799318\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:George bowed out of a few appearances;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">George bowed out of a few appearances<\/a> at the Venice Film Festival, including the press conference earlier in the day on Aug. 28.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">At the press conference, Noah Baumbach, director of Jay Kelly, addressed reporters as to why the actor was not in attendance, after the moderator said he wouldn&#8217;t be there.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">&#8220;As you may know, George Clooney is not gonna be here because he has a bad sinus infection. We think he should be on the red carpet tonight, but he is very sorry he cannot be with us,&#8221; the moderator said, to which Baumbach, 55, then quipped, &#8220;Even movie stars get sick.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Earlier this week, George and Amal were <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/george-clooney-wife-amal-summer-looks-venice-film-festival-photos-11798175\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:photographed arriving in Venice by boat;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">photographed arriving in Venice by boat<\/a> in effortlessly chic outfits. The Oscar winner wore a black polo short-sleeve top and beige slim-fit pants and accessorized with a brown belt that coordinated with his suede loafers.<\/p>\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Daniele Venturelli\/WireImage George and Amal Clooney at 2025 Venice Film Festival on Aug. 28\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"320\" height=\"480\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/awEFyP36s09tEIO5TCK4lA--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTY0MDtoPTk2MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/people_218\/ca97f658735c4a0b57f4b2c993c3c37b\"\/><\/div>\n<div style=\"max-height:none;overflow:visible\">\n<p>Daniele Venturelli\/WireImage<\/p>\n<p> George and Amal Clooney at 2025 Venice Film Festival on Aug. 28<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Amal, meanwhile, channeled effortless summer elegance in a striking butter-yellow pencil bodycon dress, which, according to <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/amal-clooney-joins-bella-hadid-in-reviving-butter-yellow\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Vogu,e;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Vogu,e<\/a> is from Balmain\u2019s 2026 resort collection. She completed the look with white slingback heels, large sunglasses and a tiny white and gold purse.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The pair was seen walking hand-in-hand around the \u201cFloating City\u201d with smiles on their faces as they took in the view of the water around them. Both George and Amal are well acquainted with the country of Italy, as they own a home there.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The two last stepped out for a red carpet <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/george-and-amal-clooney-timeless-fashion-date-night-london-11761959\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:date night at The King's Trust Awards;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">date night at The King&#8217;s Trust Awards<\/a> in London on June 26. The\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/george-clooney-makes-broadway-history-with-cnn-broadcast-of-good-night-and-good-luck-11749412\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Good Night, and Good Luck;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Good Night, and Good Luck<\/a><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/george-clooney-makes-broadway-history-with-cnn-broadcast-of-good-night-and-good-luck-11749412\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:\u00a0actor;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">\u00a0actor<\/a> spruced up for the event in a navy suit with a crisp white shirt and popped collar, while Amal also went down the monochromatic route in a white column halter dress featuring a metal embellishment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">She showed a hint of skin at her legs, thanks to two daring slits. Upon arrival at the event, the lawyer also wore oversize sunglasses to shield her eyes from the sun.<\/p>\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Jacopo Raule\/GC Images Amal and George Clooney on Aug. 26\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"320\" height=\"480\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/NlIzhLLEXHSSJmlG5BgVfA--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTY0MDtoPTk2MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/people_218\/5f836d6509fa8848c08e754f8fd40c3c\"\/><\/div>\n<div style=\"max-height:none;overflow:visible\">\n<p>Jacopo Raule\/GC Images<\/p>\n<p> Amal and George Clooney on Aug. 26<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Their red carpet looks weren\u2019t a one-off \u2014 the Clooneys have made a habit of turning every outing into a style moment. In July, they were spotted on a <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/amal-clooney-sparkles-silver-sequins-alongside-george-clooney-romantic-lake-como-outing-11783452\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:date night in Lake Como;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">date night in Lake Como<\/a>, Italy, with Amal sporting a sparkly one-shoulder dress that hugged her figure with matching strappy heels, while the actor wore a dapper navy blue suit jacket and matching trousers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Amal has also shone brightly on her own, previously attending the Cannes Film Festival solo in a black strapless gown that was not only eye-catching but\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/amal-clooney-makes-gorgeous-solo-appearance-cannes-film-festival-dress-code-defying-gown-11736980\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:bold enough to break the festival's new dress codes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">bold enough to break the festival&#8217;s new dress codes<\/a>. The activist also wore a similar strapless design for the premiere of\u00a0Bono: Stories of Surrender.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Read the original article on <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/george-clooney-venice-film-festival-red-carpet-amal-after-skipping-prior-events-illness-11798890\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:People;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">People<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source uk.news.yahoo.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NEED TO KNOW George Clooney and his wife, Amal, walked the carpet at the Venice Film Festival premiere of his new film Jay Kelly on Thursday, Aug. 28 George previously missed a few scheduled appearances in Venice due to being under the weather The pair&#8217;s last red carpet appearance was date night at The King&#8217;s [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1985319,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[25173],"tags":[356284,357215,32720,339940,333428],"class_list":["post-1985318","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-artists","tag-amal-clooney","tag-george-and-amal","tag-george-clooney","tag-jay-kelly","tag-venice-film-festival"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/George-Clooney-Walks-Venice-Film-Festival-Red-Carpet-with-Wife.jpeg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1985318","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1985318"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1985318\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1985319"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1985318"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1985318"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1985318"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}