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George Timothy Clooney (born May 6, 1961) is an American actor and filmmaker. Known for his leading man roles on screen in both blockbuster and independent films, Clooney has received numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, a BAFTA Award and four Golden Globe Awards, as well as nominations for three Primetime Emmy Awards and a Tony Award. His honours include the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2015, the Honorary César in 2017, the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2018, and the Kennedy Center Honor in 2022. Clooney's breakthrough role came as Dr. Doug Ross on the NBC medical drama ER (1994–1999), for which he received two Primetime Emmy Award nominations. He established himself as a film star with roles in From Dusk till Dawn (1996), Out of Sight (1998), Three Kings (1999), O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000), and the Ocean's film series (2001–2007). He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for playing a CIA officer in Syriana (2005). He was Oscar-nominated for his roles in Michael Clayton (2007), Up in the Air(2009) and The Descendants (2011). He has also starred in Burn After Reading (2008), Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009), Gravity (2013), Hail, Caesar! (2016), and Jay Kelly (2025). Clooney has directed nine feature films, including the spy film Confessions of a Dangerous Mind(2002), the historical drama Good Night, and Good Luck (2005), the political drama The Ides of March(2011), the war film The Monuments Men (2014), and the coming-of-age film The Tender Bar (2021) starring BenAffleck. He received the Academy Award for Best Picture for co-producing the political thriller Argo (2012). He made his Broadway debut portraying Edward R. Murrow in the play adaptation of his 2005 film Good Night, and Good Luck (2025), for which he earned a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play.\n\nClooney was included on Time's annual Time 100 list, which identifies the most influential people in the world, every year from 2006 to 2009. He is also noted for his political and economic activism. He has served as one of the United Nations Messengers of Peace since 2008. Clooney is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. Divorced from actress Talia Balsam, he has been married to human rights lawyer Amal Clooney since 2014, with whom he has two children. Description above from the Wikipedia article George Clooney, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
George Clooney
Henry L. Dawes
for Henry L. Dawes in Choctaw: The American Story
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Part 1: Bonds of Friendship (Early 1800s) The story begins in the early 1800s, introducing Nigan, young Choctaw warrior, and Benjamin, compassionate American settler. Nigan and Benjamin's friendship blossoms against the backdrop of a changing landscape. As tensions rise between Native nations and encroaching settlers, the Choctaw Nation and the United States forge a unique alliance based on respect, understanding, and shared values. Part 2: The Trail of Tears and Unity (1830s) The Choctaw Nation faces the tragic Trail of Tears, but unlike history, the bond of friendship between Nigan and Benjamin remains intact. The two friends navigate the challenges of displacement together, showcasing the strength of their alliance. With the support of their American allies, perseveres through adversity for future cooperation. Part 3: Allies in Conflict (1860s-1870s) The Civil War erupts, testing the strength of the Choctaw-American alliance. Nigan and Benjamin find themselves on opposite sides of the conflict, yet their friendship endures. Part 4: Struggles for Equality (Late 1800s-1900s) As the United States undergoes societal changes, Nigan and Benjamin work together to navigate the challenges of assimilation policies and the fight for Native American rights. Despite facing adversity, the Choctaw Nation and their American allies stand united in their pursuit of justice and equality. Their shared experiences become a testament to the strength of their enduring friendship.
