George Clooney's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of George Clooney.

George Clooney is a highly acclaimed American actor, filmmaker, and philanthropist. He's celebrated for his leading roles in both major studio and independent films, earning numerous prestigious awards including two Academy Awards, a BAFTA, and four Golden Globes. He has been nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards. Clooney's contributions to the entertainment industry have been recognized with honors such as the Cecil B. DeMille Award, the Honorary César, the AFI Life Achievement Award, and the Kennedy Center Honor.

2005: TV Guide's Sexiest Star

In 2005, TV Guide ranked George Clooney No. 1 on its "50 Sexiest Stars of All Time" list.

December 2007: Summit Peace Award

In December 2007, George Clooney and Don Cheadle received the Summit Peace Award from the Nobel Peace Prize Laureates in Rome for their work on Darfur. In his acceptance speech, Clooney acknowledged their efforts had not yet resolved the atrocities in Darfur.

2007: Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2007, George Clooney was named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in the World.

January 18, 2008: Appointment as UN Messenger of Peace

On January 18, 2008, the United Nations announced George Clooney's appointment as a UN Messenger of Peace, effective January 31, to advocate for peace and human rights.

February 2008: Time cover story: The Last Movie Star

In February 2008, George Clooney was featured on the cover of Time magazine, with the headline "George Clooney: The Last Movie Star".

2009: Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2009, George Clooney was named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in the World.

2011: Starring in 'The Descendants' and Awards Recognition

In 2011, George Clooney starred in 'The Descendants', earning critical praise and winning the Broadcast Film Critics Association Award and the Golden Globe Award. He was also nominated for several other awards. He was also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for 'The Ides of March'.

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2013: Awards for Producing 'Argo' and Starring in 'Gravity'

In 2013, George Clooney won the Golden Globe Award, the BAFTA Award, and the Academy Award for Best Picture as a producer for 'Argo'. He also co-starred in 'Gravity'.

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2015: Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award

In 2015, George Clooney was awarded the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award.

June 1, 2018: Highest-Paid Actor

According to Forbes annual ranking, between June 1, 2017, and June 1, 2018, George Clooney was the world's highest-paid actor, earning $239 million.

June 7, 2018: AFI Life Achievement Award

On June 7, 2018, George Clooney received the 2018 AFI Life Achievement Award, which was presented to him by Shirley MacLaine.

2023: Nomination for Academy Awards in six different categories

As of 2023, George Clooney is one of four people to have been nominated for Academy Awards in six different categories during his career.

2025: Theatre World Award for Good Night, and Good Luck

In 2025, George Clooney was honored with a Theatre World Award for his performance in Good Night, and Good Luck on Broadway.