George Clooney recently celebrated his 63rd birthday by playing basketball with his co-star Adam Sandler in Italy while on the set of their new Netflix movie. The two actors originally met in 1995 while hosting NBC’s Saturday Night Live and have maintained a friendship over the years. Sandler, who was an SNL cast member from 1990-1995, gained a slight advantage in their game by wearing a blue dribbling glove on his left hand, while Clooney sported his style in a black polo shirt and baggy blue jeans.
In 2018, Sandler visited Clooney’s luxurious villa in Lake Como while filming his Netflix rom-com Murder Mystery. The actors enjoyed homemade pizza at Clooney’s residence along with other guests, including Jen Aniston and Bono. They have now teamed up for Noah Baumbach’s untitled film, known as Jay Kelly, which is said to be a funny and emotional coming-of-age film about adults. Baumbach, who previously directed Sandler in The Meyerowitz Stories, has assembled a star-studded cast for this project, including Greta Gerwig, Laura Dern, and more.
Scott Stuber, the former chairman of Netflix Films, highlighted the upcoming collaboration between Baumbach and Sandler, describing it as a life-affirming movie with two big movie stars. Clooney will also be voicing a character in John Krasinski’s imaginary friend comedy IF, alongside an ensemble cast including Ryan Reynolds and Steve Carell. Additionally, Clooney and Brad Pitt will be seen as lone wolf fixers in Jon Watts’ thriller Wolves. Meanwhile, Sandler has confirmed that he is working on a sequel to his hit 1996 comedy Happy Gilmore, aiming to please fans with new ideas for the beloved film.
Overall, both George Clooney and Adam Sandler have exciting projects lined up, showcasing their talents on the big screen and further solidifying their reputations as versatile and accomplished actors. From playing basketball in Italy to collaborating with acclaimed directors and co-stars, both actors are continuing to make their mark in the entertainment industry with a mix of comedy, drama, and action-packed films. As fans eagerly anticipate their upcoming projects, it is clear that Clooney and Sandler’s partnership will deliver memorable performances that entertain and inspire audiences worldwide.
