George Clooney Shows Off New Hair Color During Lunch Date with Wife Amal – Photo

Netizens are weighing in on the new hair color George Clooney was recently spotted out with. The actor addressed the hair color change in an interview last month (February).

George Clooney, 63, is turning heads with his latest style transformation. The Hollywood icon surprised fans when he stepped out in New York City with a noticeably different look, which many are not too fond of.

While Clooney is widely recognized for his signature salt-and-pepper locks, his latest transformation is a striking departure from his usual look.

The actor now sports a noticeably warmer, chestnut-brown shade, bringing a richer and more uniform tone to his hair. His deep brown hue, which appears to have subtle golden undertones, gives off a refined yet unexpected vibrancy.

According to reports, the "Ocean's Eleven" star debuted this new look while out to lunch with his beloved wife, Amal Clooney, 47, on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

The duo dined at the French restaurant Raul's, where, as reported by Daily Mail, they were joined by their attorney friend Kevin Johnson.

As soon as photos of the "Ticket to Paradise" actor's new hair color surfaced online, netizens wasted no time sharing their opinions—and the reactions were anything but unanimous. Many were quick to express their preference for his natural silver strands.

"Surprisingly, He looks younger with the grey hair [sic]," one person remarked, while another bluntly stated, "He looks better with grey hair!"

Others echoed the sentiment, with another observer emphasizing their preference for Clooney's gray locks. Some naysayers didn't mince words about their disapproval, with one person criticizing, "He looks ridiculous."

Another opined, "Wow, money can't reverse aging, 😐😐😐" implying that even Hollywood's most dashing stars aren't immune to the passage of time.

However, not everyone was against the change. A few fans appreciated Clooney's new hair, offering words of encouragement. "He looks great," one person praised, while another admirer noted how the star looks "handsome" with both grey and his new color.

A fellow fan enthusiastically cheered, "Cool! He is awesome!!!" showing that despite the online debate, Clooney's undeniable charm remains intact.

While opinions on Clooney's transformation flooded social media, the actor himself recently set the record straight on why he opted for the dramatic change.

In a February 26, 2025, interview with The Irish Times, it was revealed that his decision to swap his signature salt-and-pepper locks for a darker hue wasn't a personal style choice—it was a professional necessity.

The Oscar-winning star used black dye on his hair for his role in the upcoming Broadway adaptation of "Good Night, and Good Luck," the 2005 film he wrote, directed, and starred in. The stage production sees Clooney stepping into the shoes of legendary journalist Edward R. Murrow, who seeks to take down Senator Joseph McCarthy

In the movie, Clooney starred as the producer of the CBS newsman (Murrow). Interestingly, playing Murrow was a role the movie star had previously felt he was too young to fully embody.

"I always felt like there was a sadness to Murrow, and that was not something that you could associate with me at 40 years old," he shared, explaining why he now feels ready to take on the part on stage.

However, while the transformation serves a purpose, Clooney is well aware of the mixed reactions it might spark within his own household.

"My wife is going to hate it because nothing makes you look older than when an older guy dyes his hair," he admitted, adding with humor, "My kids are going to just laugh at me nonstop."

Clooney's recent hair transformation may be temporary, but his outlook on aging has remained consistent over the years. In a 2015 interview on BBC's "Radio 4 on Four" with Jenni Murray, the actor openly discussed the realities of growing older in Hollywood and why he has never been one to chase youth.

When Murray asked him whether he worries about aging as much as women in the industry do, Clooney acknowledged the pressures that come with being a public figure. However, he maintained that fighting the natural process is a losing battle.

"You have to come to terms with getting older and not trying to fight it. You have a couple of options, which is [sic] get older or die, and so you have to get used to the idea that your roles in films and who you are and how you're perceived is gonna change," he explained.

Despite his latest decision to darken his hair for a role, Clooney has long stood by the belief that men attempting to reverse time often end up aging themselves even further.

"I'm a big believer in the idea that you can't try to look younger, you just have to try to look the best you can at the age you are and not worry about it," he said, laughing off Murray's questions about whether he has ever been tempted to dye his hair or go under the knife.

Beyond his career and public image, Clooney has also spoken about his perspective on how his life shifted after marrying his wife, whom he has often praised for her intelligence and commitment to humanitarian work.

"She's someone that I enjoy spending every minute of the day with and I'm very proud to be around," he shared during the same interview. At that time, the couple had not yet welcomed their children, but Clooney's remarks hinted at the deep adoration he has for his wife—an admiration that has only grown stronger in the years since.

While his latest hair transformation has sparked online debate, Clooney remains unbothered by the noise. Whether embracing his natural gray or temporarily adopting a darker shade for his craft, the actor has proven time and again that confidence—not hair color—is the key to timeless appeal.