On Monday night, George Clooney openly discussed his current Broadway hair choice during an appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers in New York City. Embracing a touch of humor and self-critique, Clooney did not hold back about the reaction his dyed hairstyle received as part of his role in Good Night and Good Luck. This candid admission comes as Clooney, at 64, navigates both the demands of the Broadway stage and the judgment that comes with a striking change in appearance. The moment highlights the
“George Clooney Broadway hair criticism and reaction”
that has been circulating among fans and media alike.
A Humorous Take on a Theatrical Transformation
Clooney made it clear that while he willingly changed his appearance for his Broadway debut, he does not necessarily approve of the black dye atop his head. He appeared on stage for his interview with Seth Meyers wearing a baseball cap, immediately pointing out his discomfort:
“I’m wearing a hat to hide my bad hair,”
—George Clooney, Actor
Seth Meyers acknowledged Clooney’s honesty, with Clooney elaborating further about why he dislikes the hair transformation for his stage role.
“I’m glad you jumped in and explained it,”
—Seth Meyers, Host
Clooney continued to describe his hair situation, noting its mismatched look:
“It’s bad, it’s still dark on top, but it’s grey on the bottom,”
—George Clooney, Actor
The actor explained that his last round of hair dye was a couple of months ago, aiming for a very particular grow-out that included grey for a more natural look:
“was about two months ago, to get that really nice looking grow-out of grey.”
—George Clooney, Actor
On-Stage Glamour and Backstage Opinions
The audience learned that not everyone shares Clooney’s opinion. Meyers assured Clooney the look works for his character in Good Night and Good Luck, but offstage, it seems to draw greater scrutiny.
“But off stage, it looks like you’re trying to get away with something!”
—Seth Meyers, Host
Clooney’s self-deprecating humor continued as he likened the look to something more drastic:
“It really looks bad, it looks like you’re going through some horrible mid-life crisis. I’m 64 — mid-life is a little stretch!”
—George Clooney, Actor
Family Opinions and the End of the Hair Experiment
When the conversation turned to Amal Clooney’s reaction, Clooney shared that his wife found the hair changes amusing and was eager for him to return to his usual style:
“She thinks it’s funny. She’ll be glad when it’s gone,”
—George Clooney, Actor
The actor added that the hair color would be gone after his final show, detailing his plan for the final performance day and the upcoming Tony Awards:
“The last show is Sunday. I’ll do a matinee, by the time we go to the Tonys that night, it’ll be gone.”
—George Clooney, Actor
Performance Reactions and Career Milestones
Despite the unconventional hair color sparking jokes and criticism, Clooney’s live performance as Edward R. Murrow in Good Night and Good Luck has been met with acclaim. His Broadway debut in the adaptation of his own 2005 film, co-written with Grant Heslov, has earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Play. This recognition arrives almost two decades after the original movie received six Academy Award nominations, including a nod for Clooney’s direction and screenplay.
This mix of reactions—from fan amusement to family feedback and industry recognition—underscores Clooney’s willingness to embrace change for the sake of his work. As the show’s final weekend approaches, attention will soon shift to the prestigious Tony Awards, where Clooney’s acting and bold choices, including his hair, remain in the spotlight on Broadway.
