After his first marriage to actress Talia Balsam ended, George Clooney quickly became one of Hollywood’s most celebrated bachelors. In a 1995 interview with Barbara Walters, Clooney reflected on his single life and shared that he had no intention of remarrying, citing the “failure” of his first marriage as a reason.
Clooney and Balsam were married in 1989 but separated in 1993 after four years. Known for guarding his personal life, Clooney frequently dismissed rumors of relationships, including those with Croatian model Monika Jaksic and actress Katie Holmes.
While many of his peers chose to settle down, Clooney enjoyed bachelorhood—until meeting his future wife, renowned lawyer Amal Clooney, which changed everything. The couple was photographed together in Los Angeles on October 22, 2015, signaling a new and exciting chapter in Clooney’s life.