George Clooney reveals why he keeps his twins private
- George Clooney opens up about why he chooses to keep his twins away from the public eye.
- Clooney emphasizes the importance of privacy due to dealing with serious subject matters in his work.
- The actor prioritizes protecting his children from exposure to the media.
In a candid joint interview with Brad Pitt for GQ, George Clooney emphasized the significance of privacy for his children amidst their high-profile lives. Clooney expressed his commitment to shielding his family from media scrutiny, stating that while many celebrities manage to maintain a semblance of normalcy, he and a few others struggle with constant public attention. “There’s never been that like, ‘Hey, let’s take a walk through Central Park and not get hammered,’” he lamented, highlighting the challenges of navigating fame. Clooney revealed the lengths he goes to protect his family, including avoiding hospital visits for minor issues to prevent unwanted media coverage. “You will assess how bad something is before you go,” he noted, underscoring the anxiety that accompanies their public personas. Both actors acknowledged the pervasive nature of fame and its impact on their daily lives, making privacy a constant concern. In the interview, Clooney also reflected on his involvement with a private men's group, which he described as a safe space for sharing personal struggles. He criticized the media's tendency to exploit vulnerable moments, stating, “I’d seen things of other people who had been recorded while they were spilling their guts and that’s just atrocious to me.” Pitt, who has also spoken about his journey to sobriety, shared his admiration for the openness of those in Clooney's group. Their discussion sheds light on the often-overlooked challenges faced by celebrities in balancing personal lives with public expectations.