George Clooney Moves Family to French Farm to Shield Children from Hollywood Culture
Actor George Clooney and his wife, human-rights lawyer Amal Clooney, have relocated their family from Los Angeles to a farm in France, seeking a more grounded upbringing for their eight-year-old twins, Ella and Alexander.
Clooney explained in a recent interview with Esquire magazine that he became concerned about raising his children within the “culture of Hollywood,” fearing they would not have “a fair shake at life.” He believes France offers a different environment where fame is less of a focus. “I was worried about raising our kids in L. A., in the culture of Hollywood,” Clooney said. “I felt like they were never going to get a fair shake at life.”
The move reflects a growing trend among celebrities prioritizing privacy and a simpler lifestyle for their children; actors like Josh Duhamel and Chris Hemsworth have also chosen to raise their families away from the Los Angeles spotlight. Clooney described a hands-on approach to farm life, even joining his twins in painting a fence, initially correcting their “tiny brushstrokes” before letting them “go crazy.” This shift in lifestyle comes as concerns about the pressures of fame on children continue to grow, prompting parents to seek alternative environments.
Clooney’s own upbringing on a farm influenced his decision, despite initially disliking the experience as a child. He now values the opportunity for his children to disconnect from technology and engage in everyday tasks, fostering a sense of responsibility and “real life.” For more on the impact of lifestyle choices on child development, resources are available from the United Nations Children’s Fund.
Clooney and his family intend to continue living on the farm, prioritizing a normal childhood for Ella and Alexander away from the pervasive influence of Hollywood.
