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George Clooney Becomes French Citizen for Family Privacy

1/1/2026

Summary

Story summary

George Clooney, his wife Amal Clooney, and their twins have become French citizens, confirmed by a government decree.
The family has lived in France since 2021 to seek privacy from Hollywood's paparazzi.
Clooney praised French privacy laws for protecting children from unwanted media attention.
The move reflects a growing trend of celebrities seeking refuge abroad amid tensions in the U.S.

History

Historical Context

In 1973, France legalized dual nationality, allowing foreign nationals to acquire citizenship without losing their original nationality. This reform attracted many expatriates, including celebrities like George Clooney, who sought privacy from media scrutiny. The trend reflects broader concerns about personal privacy in the entertainment industry, highlighting the lengths individuals will go to protect their families from invasive media attention.

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Story summary

George Clooney, his wife Amal Clooney, and their twins have become French citizens, confirmed by a government decree.
The family has lived in France since 2021 to seek privacy from Hollywood's paparazzi.
Clooney praised French privacy laws for protecting children from unwanted media attention.
The move reflects a growing trend of celebrities seeking refuge abroad amid tensions in the U.S.

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