George Clooney has spoken about the pressure on film stars to remain youthful, insisting that actors are “not allowed to get old”. The 64-year-old plays fictional screen icon Jay Kelly in the forthcoming Netflix film of the same name and reflected on the expectations audiences place on the stars they admire throughout their lives. He noted that fans often forget the realities of ageing, joking that people sometimes tell him he looks older than they expected.
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Clooney also discussed a moment in the film where his character watches scenes from his own life, using footage from the actor’s real past roles. He acknowledged how strange it feels to look back, remarking that although decades have passed, it can feel like only a moment ago. The star recalled his own memories of meeting Hollywood legends such as Gregory Peck, appreciating how actors become part of personal history for audiences.
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The actor further revealed that his longtime security guard, Giovanni Zeqireya, features in the new film and has been a trusted friend for 30 years. Clooney said filming action scenes highlighted the realities of age for them both, as they laughed about running through fields while now in their 60s and 70s.
