George Clooney will ‘need every penny’ of his massive Broadway deal for divorce from Amal, claim sources
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: As speculation surrounding George and Amal Clooney’s potential divorce intensifies, sources reveal that the actor will need a lot of money to fund his costly divorce, including the $300K weekly paycheck from his Broadway debut.
Despite Amal, 47, relocating to New York in an attempt to save their troubled marriage, insiders say the couple is nearing the end of their relationship. Additionally, sources note that George’s Broadway earnings will eclipse those of iconic performers like Hugh Jackman and Bette Midler.
George Clooney's divorce from Amal Clooney could 'cost monster money'
Insiders suggest that Amal Clooney and George Clooney’s divorce may be imminent, with the 'Gravity' star's substantial earnings from his Broadway debut likely to fund their separation.
One insider shared, per RadarOnline, “They have been papering over the cracks for years and Amal is in New York with their kids to support George, but it seems to be very much window dressing and once the play is over, they'll likely go their separate ways.”
The source added, “And he'll be needing every penny of that $300,000 a week for his divorce war chest because this split is gonna cost monster money. She's a lawyer for Pete's sake!”
As the potential split looms, Clooney is preparing to make history not only on stage but financially as well.
George Clooney's 'massive' Broadway deal
A source close to George Clooney has revealed details about his impressive Broadway deal. According to the insider, “George is getting a massive deal. Not only is he starring in the production, but he also wrote it, meaning he’s profiting from multiple revenue streams. He’s expected to earn more than $300,000 a week.”
Clooney’s earnings will likely surpass those of Broadway’s top performers. For example, Hugh Jackman’s highly successful run in 'The Music Man' reportedly earned him around $100,000 a week, while Bette Midler set a new record for a single female performer’s Broadway earnings with $150,000 a week in 'Hello, Dolly!'
An insider explained, “This deal isn’t just about performance pay. He’s also earning a percentage of the profits, which means his weekly earnings could soar even higher, making him the highest-paid performer Broadway has ever seen.”
Tickets for 'Good Night, and Good Luck' are already being listed at a staggering $677, with prices expected to climb as opening night approaches. Broadway producers are counting on Clooney’s star power to attract audiences who wouldn’t typically attend theater.
“He’s not just a Hollywood icon; he’s an international superstar,” a source close to the production said. “That level of celebrity brings a whole new audience to Broadway, people who would pay top dollar just to see him perform live," they added.
Meanwhile, rumors of a split between Clooney and his wife Amal have been swirling, especially after the couple appeared to have a tense interaction during their Christmas vacation in St Tropez. One onlooker commented, “Neither of them looked happy.”
