Hollywood icon George Clooney is reportedly seething with former President Barack Obama, accusing him of abandoning their shared effort to guide the Democratic Party after a disappointing election cycle. According to an insider, the rift stems from Obama’s apparent retreat from public discussions following the Democratic Party’s losses, leaving Clooney to handle the fallout from a plan they allegedly spearheaded together.
“George Clooney is furious with Obama for disappearing after the election disaster and leaving him holding the bag for pushing the plan with his Hollywood pals,” an insider revealed to a news outlet.
For years, Obama and Clooney have shared a close relationship, with the actor often serving as a public advocate for Democratic causes. In this instance, Clooney reportedly became Obama’s surrogate in rallying influential Hollywood figures to advocate for a strategic shift within the party, including urging President Joe Biden to step aside for the 2024 election.
“Obama and Clooney have been tight for years, and George became Barack’s surrogate in leading the charge for Joe to step away,” the insider continued. “Barack knew he would look like a traitor if he publicly called for Joe to be cut loose. And now, he’s trying to walk away from it all.”
The fallout highlights the delicate balance between Hollywood’s influence and political leadership, with Clooney now facing backlash for his involvement. Critics of the plan see it as a misguided effort, while supporters argue it reflects a necessary recalibration for the party’s future.
As Obama remains silent, Clooney is reportedly left grappling with the political consequences of their failed strategy, a move that threatens to strain one of Hollywood and Washington’s most high-profile alliances.
