Yahoo Lifestyle George Clooney Gets Candid About 'Terrifying' Career Update
George Clooney has been a working actor for decades—from his star-making turn on ER as dreamy doctor Doug Ross to his Oscar-winning role in Syriana, the 63-year-old has become a Hollywood mainstay, shifting effortlessly between actor, writer, producer, and director for critically-acclaimed films.
But despite his veteran status in the industry, his latest venture is seemingly rattling the typically suave Clooney.
In a Feb. 6 interview with Entertainment Tonight, the O Brother, Where Art Thou? star opened up about his new project, Good Night, and Good Luck on Broadway.
Clooney spoke candidly about the venture, sharing that he’s feeling nervous about taking on the Great White Way.
“I haven't done a play in 40 years. Last time I did a play was at Steppenwolf in Chicago in 1986, so it's terrifying to me,” he divulged to the outlet.
“George Clooney gets nervous?” the ET reporter asked him, prompting Clooney to quip, “Yes, and I often refer to myself in the third person.”
“Yes, George Clooney gets nervous,” he repeated with a sly grin.
Clooney starred as Fred W. Friendly in the 2005 film version of the story, which he also directed. This time he’ll be taking on the role of celebrated journalist Edward R. Murrow in the stage production.
He also spoke candidly about how “it’s really fun” to pay homage to his father in the play. Clooney’s father, Nick Clooney, is a journalist and anchorman, working in both radio and television news throughout his decades-long career.
Previews for Good Night, and Good Luck on Broadway begin March 12.
