Amal Clooney is one of the most accomplished and respected international human rights lawyers in the world—a woman whose courtroom eloquence and commitment to justice have captivated global leaders and citizens alike. But in her most recent interview with Glamour magazine, published on July 3, Amal steps away from the courtroom and opens a rare window into her personal life—specifically, her deeply grounded and fiercely protected life with husband George Clooney and their 8-year-old twins, Ella and Alexander.
In a world where oversharing has become the cultural norm and celebrity children often find themselves in the public eye long before they can consent, Amal and George have made a very deliberate choice: to maintain a fortress of privacy around their family. And now, for the first time in a long while, Amal is explaining the thought process behind that boundary—and what it takes to keep love, career, and parenthood thriving under the spotlight.
At 47, Amal Clooney continues to blaze trails in international law, regularly appearing before the United Nations and advocating for justice in high-stakes, high-profile cases involving war crimes, freedom of the press, and gender-based violence. But when asked about the secret to her 10-year marriage with George Clooney, 64, she doesn’t rattle off romantic clichés or grand gestures. Instead, she speaks about respect, encouragement, and having a true partner.
“I have a partner in life who is so supportive of what I do. So I don’t feel like I have to apologize for it or rein it in,” Amal told Glamour. “And I remember when I became a mom, which was obviously a new frontier, (George) was the first one to say, ‘I know you’ve got this speech at the Security Council. You have to go; I’ve got the kids, don’t worry about it.’”
That comment, seemingly offhand, speaks volumes. It’s not just about support—it’s about empowerment. It reflects a dynamic that is still surprisingly rare even in 2025: a powerful woman being uplifted by her equally powerful spouse, not minimized or expected to make compromises because of motherhood or marriage.
Their love story is, by now, well-known. Amal, a celebrated barrister specializing in international law, met George—Hollywood royalty and then-reputed bachelor—in 2013. The two married the following year in an elegant, star-studded ceremony in Venice in September 2014. But what has fascinated many isn’t just that they married—it’s how they’ve stayed so grounded in a relationship that’s endured through fame, parenthood, and global careers.
“I feel so incredibly lucky to share every day with him,” Amal said. “And now we’re four. And I don’t take any of it for granted. I treasure the laughter and the joy that I get from just being with them.”
Amal’s voice, always measured and thoughtful, softens with emotion when she speaks of her family. It’s clear that behind the polished professional lies a woman who relishes the everyday joys of home life—something rarely seen or acknowledged in high-profile power couples.
Despite their status as one of the most recognized couples in the world, Amal and George Clooney have fiercely guarded the privacy of their children. And according to Amal, that choice hasn’t been easy.
“Creating private moments and spaces is becoming increasingly difficult. But that’s also why we entertain a lot at home,” she shared. One of her tactics? A phone basket. “It’s important to get that balance where you have time alone with your family and with your friends where people feel like you can have a safe and frank exchange.”
It’s a small but powerful gesture—a simple request that reflects a larger need for boundaries in an age of constant documentation. In a world where moments are often valued based on their ability to be shared online, Amal and George have drawn a firm line in the sand.
Becoming parents changed everything for the Clooneys. And while many celebrities are eager to show off their children on social media or magazine covers, the Clooneys have made it abundantly clear: their children will not be collateral in the spectacle of fame.
“I would say becoming a parent means you’re more troubled by some of the intrusions,” Amal explained. “So we do the best we can to minimize any impact on our children. We don’t put our children out there; we’ve never put their photo out there or anything like that.”
Their decision speaks not only to the value of privacy, but to a deeper philosophy: that children should grow up free from the pressures of public scrutiny. It’s a stance echoed by other high-profile parents like Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, but the Clooneys take it a step further by actively avoiding any visual exposure of their kids altogether.
In fact, Amal and George previously wrote an open letter to the press in 2021 urging publications not to publish pictures of their children, citing safety concerns due to Amal’s work prosecuting dangerous criminals.
Despite the gravitas of Amal’s work and the media attention that often follows her and George, there’s a lightness in the way she talks about her family. She describes a home filled with laughter and joy—a haven where the weight of global issues gives way to the simple pleasure of being together.
She and George aren’t out at Hollywood parties every weekend. Instead, they opt to host friends at home, where they can enjoy genuine conversations without camera flashes or the risk of having a private moment turned into a headline.
Even their recent public appearances are measured. On June 25, the Clooneys attended the 2025 King’s Trust Awards at Buckingham Palace, where they met King Charles and celebrated young changemakers like 19-year-old Alice, who launched a bead-making business in Kenya. Amal was proud to present the Women’s Empowerment Award named in her honor, showing that she walks the walk when it comes to advocating for young women globally.
The balance that Amal speaks about—the ability to love fiercely, work passionately, and protect your family deeply—is not accidental. It’s curated, disciplined, and constantly evolving. She acknowledges that being in the public eye comes with compromises, but she refuses to let it dictate the terms of her family life.
For Amal, privacy isn’t about hiding; it’s about preserving what’s sacred.
It’s about ensuring her children grow up knowing who they are before the world tries to define them. It’s about ensuring her marriage stays rooted in trust, not tabloid drama. And it’s about ensuring her home remains a sanctuary—a place where no speech, no courtroom, no red carpet can intrude.
Together, Amal and George Clooney have created not just a family, but a legacy. Through their joint work with the Clooney Foundation for Justice, they continue to champion human rights, education, and legal accountability around the world. But even that legacy, impressive as it is, pales in comparison to the one they’re building inside their home.
To Amal, success isn’t defined by accolades or headlines—it’s defined by what she shares with George and their children every day.
“I don’t take any of it for granted,” she says. “I treasure the laughter and the joy that I get from just being with them.”
In a celebrity culture obsessed with drama, spectacle, and constant access, the Clooneys stand apart. They’ve shown that you can be famous without being performative. That you can be successful without sacrificing your family. That you can be powerful without compromising your principles.
Amal’s revelations in Glamour remind us that the most admirable kind of strength is quiet, consistent, and intentional. Whether she’s standing before the United Nations or quietly reading with her twins at home, Amal Clooney exemplifies what it means to live with purpose—and to love with clarity.
In an era when oversharing is often mistaken for authenticity, Amal’s guarded honesty is refreshing. She doesn’t oversell her relationship, nor does she romanticize parenthood. Instead, she tells the truth: it’s hard, it takes work, and it’s worth every moment.
And maybe that’s the real secret behind the Clooneys’ enduring bond—not perfection, but presence. Not publicity, but privacy. Not performance, but partnership.