George and Amal Clooney Attend the King's Trust Awards 2025 at Buckingham Palace, Sparking Buzz

The glamorous couple spent time mingling with His Majesty, along with the winners and supporters who gathered for the latest celebration at the palace.

George and Amal Clooney were among the guests at Buckingham Palace on June 25 to celebrate the winners of The King's Trust Awards 2025. However, photos from the event have sparked online debate, with some fans accusing the couple of showing a lack of respect toward King Charles III, and by extension, the British crown.

A short clip captured Amal and George shaking hands with King Charles as they exchanged light laughter and engaged in conversation.

George, 64, wore a grey suit without a tie, while Amal, 47, looked elegant in a black, off-the-shoulder dress. Charles, meanwhile, was dressed in a blue suit, complete with a tie and matching lapel.

During the reception, George and Amal joined the monarch in mingling with the award winners and other supporters. The King moved around the room, chatting and laughing with guests before cutting a cake

A group photo was later taken, capturing George, Amal, Charles, the award winners, and other attendees smiling and sharing cheerful moments. The image reflected the celebratory spirit of the evening, with relaxed poses and warm expressions all around.

Despite the lighthearted atmosphere, fans remained focused on Amal and George's attire and body language. Their choice of clothing, particularly George Clooney's sparked a wave of reactions online.

One critic didn't hold back when reacting to George's appearance, "Clooney is not dressed properly and has no manners or respect. The Queen would have put him in his place."

Another observer had some advice for both Clooneys, writing, "George Clooney, uncross your arms and don't you own a tie?! Show respect, and Amal learn to stand straight when talking to the King!"

One person pointed out, "A little disrespectful not wearing a tie and folding his arms," and another asked bluntly, "George, where's your tie???" Surprise turned into disapproval for this viewer who wrote, "Standing in front of the King of England with your hands crossed is wild😮."

Someone else addressed the nonverbal cues, "Body language… George crossing his arms in front of the KING is so disrespectful and insecure."

Not all the comments were critical. One admirer praised Amal, saying, "She is not only beautiful but clever." And finally, someone defended George with a touch of charm, "Everyone likes George. Be like George."

This wasn't the Clooneys' first encounter with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace. In March 2019, the couple attended a dinner at the royal residence alongside other celebrities.

The couple were supporting the same charity as in 2025, though at the time it was called The Prince's Trust, prior to Charles' ascension to the throne. Their attire for the 2019 event was more formal than this year's, with both Charles and George in black bow ties, while Amal turned heads in a striking white gown.

On that occasion, the three were also seen sharing warm smiles and engaging in friendly conversation, exuding a sense of ease and mutual respect.

George and Amal Clooney's public appearances often draw attention from fans who admire their seemingly sweet relationship. However, a recent outing meant to be a pleasant moment between the couple has unexpectedly turned into a social media talking point, with some speculating that the A-list pair might be experiencing signs of marital strain.

The short video taken at the 78th Annual Tony Awards red-carpet event on Sunday, June 8, 2025 has sent the internet into a frenzy. The clip shows the couple interacting in what some viewers describe as a "cold" and "awkward" exchange, fueling rumors of a possible rift behind the scenes.

In the viral footage, Amal appears reserved as George gestures toward her, attempting to engage. While the actor flashed his trademark smile, Amal's tight-lipped expression and lack of eye contact stood out to viewers.

Users on Facebook made comments that echoed what other people thought, "Body language says trouble in paradise," and "She don’t [sic] look like she want [wants] to stand with him."

"Does she like being with her husband… it’s [sic] like she’s like don’t touch me!!!," and "Her body language speaks volumes," other fans remarked.

The comments didn’t end on Facebook as X users also wrote, "wow..his move is subtle but nonetheless [sic] pretty aggressive to pull her close," and "They look like repelling magnets. He's trying, she's staying away."

"I've read that they're not very happy and that confirms it, amal [sic] couldn't wait to get away from him," and "I swear at like seven or eight seconds if you play it slow it looks like she’s saying [sic] “I loathe you." others said.

On Instagram, users also said, "Looks like she doesn't want to be next to him," "so scripted couple," and "I thought they had recently divorced each other."

However, not everyone is convinced the couple's marriage is in trouble. A handful of users came to their defense, saying, "I think you're overreaching. She's beautiful though [sic] , never really paid that much attention to them," and "I don’t see anything bad at all."

Other fans on Facebook commented, "Beautiful lady, beautiful couple…," "She is beautiful.....great couple So good looking!," and "He is so handsome and I love his smile," while their fans on Instagram wrote, "He is so proud to be with her👏," "His wife is an amazing human being!!!," and "Two beautiful, smart and kind humans !! ❤️❤️"

Adding to the online chatter, the actor turned 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 George 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 Amal 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 George'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 George'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, George's undeniable charm remains intact.

While opinions on George's transformation flooded social media, the actor himself 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 George stepping into the shoes of legendary journalist Edward R. Murrow, who seeks to take down Senator Joseph McCarthy

In the movie, George starred as the producer of the CBS newsman (Edward). Interestingly, playing Edward 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, George was 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."

George's 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 Jenni asked him whether he worries about aging as much as women in the industry do, George 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 decision to darken his hair for a role, George has long stood by the belief that men attempting to reverse time often end up aging themselves even further.