The Venice International Film Festival management announced that American star and director George Clooney will be awarded the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement for 2026, in recognition of his illustrious career and outstanding contributions to cinema as an actor, director, and producer.

Tribute to an Exceptional Career

George Clooney was chosen based on a nomination from the festival's artistic director, who described him as one of the most prominent cinema stars capable of combining popular success with creative vision, along with his influential presence both in front of and behind the camera.

Honor at the 83rd Edition

The festival management confirmed that George Clooney will receive the award during the opening of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, scheduled to take place from September 2 to 12, celebrating his extensive contributions to the seventh art.

An Ongoing Relationship with Venice

George Clooney has a close relationship with the Venice Festival since his first participation in 1998 with the film Out of Sight, and he has continued to attend several editions through premieres of his works and cinematic participations.

Films That Established Clooney's Presence

Over the years, the festival has hosted the premieres of several of George Clooney's most notable works, including Good Night, and Good Luck and Gravity, cementing his status as one of the stars most closely associated with the history of the Venice Film Festival.

The Venice International Film Festival management announced that American star and director George Clooney will receive the "Golden Lion" for Lifetime Achievement for 2026, in recognition of his illustrious artistic career and significant contributions to the film industry as an actor, director, and producer.

Tribute to an Exceptional Career

George Clooney was chosen based on a nomination from the festival's artistic director, who described him as one of the most prominent cinema stars capable of combining commercial success with creative vision, alongside his impactful presence both in front of and behind the camera.

Honor at the 83rd Edition

The festival management confirmed that George Clooney will receive the award during the opening of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, scheduled to take place from September 2 to 12, in celebration of his extensive contributions to the seventh art.

An Ongoing Relationship with Venice

George Clooney has a close relationship with the Venice Festival since his first participation in 1998 with the film Out of Sight, and he has continued to attend several of its editions through premieres of his works and cinematic participations.

Films That Established Clooney's Presence

Over the past years, the festival has hosted the premieres of several of George Clooney's most notable works, including Good Night, and Good Luck and Gravity, solidifying his status as one of the stars most closely associated with the history of the Venice Film Festival.