Apr 8, 2026 3:42pm PT

George Clooney Slams White House for ‘Infantile Name Calling’ After Trump Administration Calls His ‘Terrible Acting’ a ‘War Crime’

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George Clooney fired back at the White House after Communications Director Steven Cheung released a statement condemning the two-time Oscar winner for saying President Donald Trump committed a “war crime” by threatening to erase “a whole civilization” unless Iran agreed to his ceasefire deal that was subsequently reached.

In a statement to The Independent about Clooney’s criticism, Cheung said, “The only person committing war crimes is George Clooney for his awful movies and terrible acting ability.”

George Clooney Slams White House for 'Infantile Name Calling' After Trump Administration Calls His 'Terrible Acting' a 'War Crime'