George Clooney has had a longstanding connection to Venice, making several memorable appearances at the Venice Film Festival over the years. From attending the festival with his film “Out of Sight” in 1998 to debuting “Good Night, and Good Luck” in 2005, and exchanging vows with Amal Alamuddin in Venice in 2014, Clooney’s ties to the city have been significant. Despite owning a villa on Lake Como, he has not premiered a film at the festival in seven years, but that streak is breaking as he returns with “Wolfs,” a heist thriller directed by Jon Watts and co-starring Brad Pitt.

Clooney’s Venice moments have left a mark on the festival over the years. From premiering “Intolerable Cruelty” in 2003 to debuting “Michael Clayton” in 2007 and “Burn After Reading” in 2008, Clooney has showcased a range of films at the prestigious event. His acclaimed film “Good Night, and Good Luck” was a standout at the festival, earning multiple Oscar nominations, including one for Clooney’s directing. Additionally, Clooney’s involvement in films like “The Ides of March” in 2011 and “Gravity” in 2013 further solidified his presence at the festival.

In 2014, George Clooney made headlines when he married his wife, Amal Alamuddin, in a lavish ceremony in Venice. The star-studded event took place at the luxurious Aman Grand Canal hotel, attracting paparazzi and Hollywood elite to witness the union. Over the years, Clooney continued to showcase his directorial projects at the Venice Film Festival, including “Suburbicon” in 2017. In recent years, he has supported his wife, Amal, as she received recognition for her work as a human rights lawyer, bringing additional star power to the festival. Their presence at the festival has not gone unnoticed, adding a touch of glamour and allure to the prestigious event.