George Clooney has learned a lot about relationships over the years, especially from mistakes he made in his twenties. Clooney admitted his 17-year age difference with wife Amal Clooney initially made him unsure of their long-term compatibility.

George Clooney has offered a rare insight into his feelings about the age gap between him and his wife Amal Clooney. The 63- year-old Hollywood star first met Amal, 47, in 2013- and they went on to marry in 2014 before welcoming twins Alexander and Ella in 2017,

George Clooney recalled meeting now-wife Amal Clooney and how he 'didn’t really think I’d have much of a chance with her because I was 17 years older and she seemed to have everything she needed.'

Amal and George first met in July 2013, introduced by a mutual friend over dinner at his home in Lake Como, and became engaged in April of the following year. George and Amal were married in September 2014 and welcomed twins Alexander and Ella, 7, in June 2017.

George Clooney admitted his 17-year age difference with wife Amal Clooney initially made him unsure of their long-term compatibility.

The 63-year-old actor, who shares his children with his wife, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, hinted to The New York Times in February 2025 that Ella and Alexander bring out his playful side. “We’re riding in the car to school and I make them listen to heavy metal because I just like it when they sing.

George Clooney is the latest celebrity drawing attention for his relationship. Recently, he opened up about the 17-year age gap between him and his wife, […]