George Clooney Opens Up About Hollywood, AI and Raising His Children

Hollywood star George Clooney, 65, opened up about a wide range of professional and personal topics during his appearance at the 2026 Venice Film Festival, where he is set to receive the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement.

Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, Clooney addressed several major issues facing Hollywood, including the controversy surrounding Mark Ruffalo’s comments on the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, as well as growing concerns over the impact of artificial intelligence on the film industry.

Clooney also reflected on getting older and discussed aspects of his family life and raising his children, offering candid insights into his life away from the screen and his decades-long career in entertainment