Hollywood icon George Clooney and his accomplished human rights lawyer wife, Amal, were the centre of attention on Monday evening as they departed the luxurious Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris hotel. The couple, who have been married since 2014, were enjoying a romantic date night in the French capital.
A Glamorous Parisian Evening
As they exited the lavish five-star establishment, the pair were greeted by a crowd of eager fans and photographers hoping to catch a glimpse of the famous couple. Looking every bit the stylish power couple, they held hands and appeared in high spirits despite the commotion surrounding their departure.
George, 64, cut a dapper figure in a sophisticated navy suit, which he paired with a smart black T-shirt and his signature tinted red glasses. Amal, 47, showcased her impeccable fashion sense in a glittering black minidress, layered with a chic black leather jacket. She completed the ensemble with towering knee-high boots, opaque tights, and carried her essentials in a sleek black handbag.
Their security team efficiently guided the couple through the gathered crowd to their waiting car, shielding Amal from the rain with an umbrella as they navigated the hotel entrance.
Choosing a Different Life Away from Hollywood
The Parisian outing came shortly after George made revealing comments about his family's significant lifestyle change. The actor and his family have traded the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles for a more tranquil life on a farm in France, a decision he says has profoundly benefited their eight-year-old twins, Alexander and Ella.
In a candid interview with Esquire magazine, Clooney explained his concerns about raising children in the Hollywood culture of LA. 'I was worried about raising our kids in LA, in the culture of Hollywood,' he confessed. 'I felt like they were never going to get a fair shake at life.'
The Oscar-winner pointed to the distinct cultural differences between France and the United States, notably that the French 'don't give a s*** about fame.' This environment, he believes, offers his children a more grounded upbringing. 'I don't want them being compared to somebody else's famous kids,' he added, emphasising his desire for normalcy for his family.
Navigating Modern Parenting Challenges
Despite their estimated combined net worth of $550 million, the Clooneys are focused on providing a 'normal' life for their children. George insists that he maintains everyday routines, telling DailyMail.com, 'I have normalcy. You know, I drive my kids to school every morning.'
However, he acknowledges the challenges of modern parenting, particularly regarding technology. In a conversation with Julia Roberts for 72 Magazine, he expressed his concerns about the digital world his children will inherit. 'The risks are so much bigger and the consequences follow you for so much longer,' he stated. 'I'm worried about my kids; we keep them off the internet as much as we can.'
The actor, who is set to star in the film 'Jay Kelly', also revealed that he deliberately shields his twins from the more 'pampered' aspects of his professional life. 'They didn't come to the set much,' he explained. 'I try to keep the kids away from that experience right now. I don't want them to think we're too pampered.'
It appears that for George and Amal Clooney, their priority is firmly on family, choosing the serene French countryside over Hollywood's bright lights to give their children what George simply calls a 'much better life.'
