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George Clooney Skips Venice Presser With Sinus Infection, Makes Red Carpet Appearance

His management says he is limiting activities on medical advice.

Overview

  • He did not attend the afternoon press conference for Jay Kelly at the Venice Film Festival.
  • His management confirmed a sinus infection and said a doctor advised him to scale back to recover.
  • He later walked the world-premiere red carpet with his wife, greeting fans and taking photos.
  • Trade reports said he had shortened press duties and canceled a cast dinner the previous day after feeling unwell.
  • Noah Baumbach’s Jay Kelly, co-starring Adam Sandler and Laura Dern, is in competition at Venice and set for a December 5 Netflix release.