Geena Davis says George Clooney 'hated' Brad Pitt after missing out on ‘Thelma & Louise’ role
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Geena Davis recently shared nostalgic stories from the set of 'Thelma & Louise' during her appearance on 'Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen' on Thursday night, May 14.
Davis recalled a humorous moment involving Brad Pitt and George Clooney. She said Clooney once told her that he “hated” Pitt after missing out on a role in 'Thelma & Louise'.
Davis and Pitt played love interests in 'Thelma & Louise', the iconic 1991 film that became a breakthrough for Pitt’s career.
Speaking about Clooney and Pitt, the two actors have stayed close for decades and are known for their playful banter and long-running friendship.
Geena Davis recalls George Clooney’s 'hated' comment about Brad Pitt
Davis recalled being surprised on a flight when airline staff told her she would be seated next to Clooney.
“Guess who you’re sitting next to? George Clooney,” they told her, to which she joked, “Guess who he’s sitting next to.”
According to Davis, Clooney was in a “talkative” and “very gregarious” mood during the flight and eventually brought up Pitt.
She quoted him saying, “You know, I hate that Brad Pitt.'"
When she pointed out that Clooney and Pitt were actually close friends, he allegedly insisted, “No, I hate him because he got the part in 'Thelma & Louise.'”
He also suggested Davis could tell he wanted the role during their audition reading together.
Davis found the exchange amusing and pushed back, asking whether he had truly wanted the part. Clooney reportedly replied, “Couldn’t you tell when I read with you?”
Cohen later noted that Pitt was the right choice for the role. Davis agreed, saying Pitt earned the part on his own merit and delivered the strongest audition.
Brad Pitt and George Clooney share decades-long friendship
Pitt and Clooney have been close friends for more than 25 years. Their relationship reportedly began with professional competition in the 1990s before evolving into a strong friendship.
The actors have often joked about each other in interviews. Pitt has called Clooney one of the “funniest, kindest guys,” while Clooney has said he has been “babysitting” Pitt for years, according to E! News.
They have also worked together in films like the 'Ocean’s' franchise and 'Burn After Reading'. The duo reunited again in 2024 for 'Wolfs'.
Both actors have said their friendship works because they do not constantly stay in touch, but always reconnect easily when they meet again.
