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 mainstream and independent cinema. Clooney's numerous awards include two Academy Awards, a BAFTA Award, and four Golden Globe Awards. He's also received several honorary awards, such as the Cecil B. DeMille Award, the Honorary César, the AFI Life Achievement Award, and the Kennedy Center Honor, solidifying his significant contributions to the film industry and culture.

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 activism.

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: 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.

February 2008: Time Cover Story

In February 2008, a Time cover story was headlined with: "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 Representation by CAA

In 2011, George Clooney starred in "The Descendants", receiving critical acclaim and winning awards. As of 2011, he was represented by Bryan Lourd of Creative Artists Agency (CAA). He was also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for the political drama The Ides of March.

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2013: Producing "Argo" and Co-starring in "Gravity"

In 2013, George Clooney won the Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Academy Award for Best Picture for producing "Argo." Also in 2013, he co-starred with Sandra Bullock in the space thriller "Gravity."

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January 11, 2015: Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award

On January 11, 2015, George Clooney was awarded the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award.

June 1, 2018: Highest-Paid Actor

According to Forbes, 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 AFI Life Achievement Award, presented by Shirley MacLaine.

2023: Academy Award Nominations

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