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George Clooney was forced to cancel several appearances at the Venice Film Festival. His representative confirmed the actor is suffering from a sinus infection. He missed a press conference and a dinner for his new film, 'Jay Kelly'. Clooney had arrived in Venice with his wife just days before falling ill.

Key Points: George Clooney Misses Venice Film Festival Events with Sinus Infection

  • Clooney missed a press junket for his new Noah Baumbach film
  • Skipped a dinner with co-stars Adam Sandler and Laura Dern
  • Also absent from the official Netflix film press conference
  • Arrived in Venice with his wife Amal Clooney on August 26
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George Clooney cancels Venice Film Festival appearances due to illness

George Clooney cancels press junket and dinner for new film 'Jay Kelly' due to a sinus infection, missing appearances with Adam Sandler and Laura Dern.

"Unfortunately, George has a sinus infection and, under doctor’s orders, he has had to scale back his activities today - Clooney Representative"

Washington, DC, August 28

Actor and filmmaker George Clooney did not appear at several Venice Film Festival events due to illness, a representative for the star confirmed, according to People.

Clooney was unable to attend a press junket promoting 'Jay Kelly', his new film directed by Noah Baumbach, and skipped a dinner with cast mates, including Adam Sandler and Laura Dern. The Hollywood Reporter was first to report the news.

"Unfortunately, George has a sinus infection and, under doctor's orders, he has had to scale back his activities today," said a Clooney rep, according to People.

Clooney also missed the official press conference for the Netflix film.

"As you may know, George Clooney is not going to be here because he has a bad sinus infection," the press conference's moderator said. "We really hope, and I think he should be on the red carpet tonight. But he is very sorry he cannot be with us," according to People.

Clooney arrived in Venice with his wife, Amal Clooney, on August 26.

'Jay Kelly' will have a theatrical run in the US starting on November 14, before being released on Netflix on December 5, according to People.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Must be disappointing for fans who traveled to see him. Health comes first though! Get well soon, George 🙏
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Aman W
At least he's taking proper medical advice. Many celebrities push through illness and then collapse later. Responsible decision!
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Sarah B
I feel bad for the organizers and co-stars. These events require so much planning. Hope he makes it to the red carpet tonight!
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Vikram M
Good that he's prioritizing health. In our Indian film industry, stars often work through sickness and then suffer longer recovery times.
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Nikhil C
While I understand health concerns, fans spend big money to see their favorites. Maybe he could do a virtual appearance? Just a thought.

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