Hollywood icon George Clooney and his wife, acclaimed human rights attorney Amal Clooney, have officially become French citizens. According to government records, the couple’s eight-year-old twins, Alexander and Ella, were also included in the naturalization process.
In a recent interview with the broadcaster RTL, George Clooney shared that the decision was driven by a desire to provide his children with a “normal life” away from the intense media scrutiny often found in the United States.
Privacy for the Next Generation
A primary motivator for the move to France was the country’s stricter laws regarding the privacy of minors. Clooney emphasized that the daily experience for his children in France is vastly different from their life in America.
“Here, they don’t take photos of kids. There aren’t any paparazzi hidden at the school gates. That’s number one for us,” Clooney told RTL on December 2, 2025.
The actor noted that while the family maintains a residence in the U.S., their “happiest place” is their estate in southern France, where the children have the freedom to play and enjoy their childhood without interruption.
Life in the South of France
The Clooneys have been building their life in France since 2021, when they purchased a historic vineyard property in the town of Brignoles. The estate, valued at approximately €9 million ($10.59 million), offers several amenities, including:
- Private Vineyard: Reflecting the local agricultural culture.
- Sports Facilities: A swimming pool and tennis court for family recreation.
- Agricultural Charm: Clooney describes the residence as a “farm” that provides a peaceful escape for the family.
A Growing Trend Among American Artists?
The Clooneys are not the only prominent American figures looking toward France for a second home or citizenship. Following their announcement, American film director Jim Jarmusch expressed his own intentions to apply for a French passport.
Speaking to France Inter radio, Jarmusch cited a deep connection to French culture and a desire for an alternative residence.
“I would like to have another place to escape from America if necessary,” Jarmusch admitted. “France, and Paris, and French culture are very deep in me. I would be very honored if I could have a French passport.”
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