George Clooney’s long love affair with Venice enters a new chapter

Venice, Italy has long been the preferred destination for Hollywood heartthrob George Clooney. Having attended his first Venice Film Festival with "Out of Sight" nearly three decades ago, the A-list actor has made it a staple destination for significant moments in his career. From his wedding at the Aman Venice to the debut of "Good Night, and Good Luck" which earned him his first Oscar nomination for best director, Venice has been a constant presence in Clooney's life.

Most recently, Clooney received the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement Award on the festival's opening day this year. It's a fitting tribute to a man who has become something of a fixture in the city, proving that "Like George ... I'm not sure if I should be flattered or insulted."