Amal and George Clooney are confiscating guests' mobile devices.
In a world where privacy often takes a back seat, Hollywood power couple George and Amal Clooney have set a unique example by implementing privacy measures at their home gatherings. The aim is to create a safe and private environment, particularly for their family and guests.
At the heart of these measures is the "phone basket" rule, a practice initiated by Amal Clooney. Guests are asked to hand over their cell phones at the beginning of the party, ensuring a screen-free, camera-free, and potential leak-free environment. This encourages honest, private conversations without the distractions or concerns about photos or recordings[1][2][3].
Amal, a renowned human rights lawyer, has emphasized the importance of this boundary, especially since becoming a parent. She and George are careful about their children's privacy, never sharing photos of their twins or permitting their images to be published. The Clooneys have prioritized their children’s privacy above all[1][2][4].
Moreover, both George and Amal are selective about their work commitments to ensure that family time remains a priority, further demonstrating their commitment to protecting their personal life from public exposure[4].
The Clooneys' privacy measures at parties include:
- **Collecting guests’ phones in a “phone basket”** to prevent digital intrusion and maintain a private space. - Avoiding sharing or exposing their children’s images publicly. - Choosing professional engagements carefully to secure family time and privacy.
These actions collectively create a controlled, secure, and private environment for their family and guests during social events[1][2][3][4].
The Clooneys, who have been married since 2014, have been hosting a lot of parties at home. George, an Oscar-winning actor, and Amal, a British-Lebanese lawyer, continue to ban phones at their parties to create private moments and spaces[1][2][3][4].
Their twins, a boy and a girl, were born in 2017, and the couple has been diligent in protecting their children from media intrusion. The Clooneys do not publicize their children or publish photos of them, reflecting their dedication to their children's privacy and well-being[1][2][4].
In an interview with the magazine "Glamour", Amal explained that they collect phones to create private moments and spaces, allowing guests to engage in meaningful conversations without the distraction of technology[1]. The Clooneys' approach to privacy at their parties underscores their commitment to fostering a sense of safety, openness, and genuine connection in their social circles.
[1] - https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/amal-clooney-george-clooney-interview [2] - https://www.people.com/celebrity/amal-clooney-george-clooney-ban-phones-at-their-parties [3] - https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/amal-clooney-george-clooney-ban-phones-at-their-parties-a8547036.html [4] - https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2019/04/12/amal-clooney-george-clooney-protect-their-kids-privacy/3448254002/
At Amal Clooney's initiative, guests are asked to hand over their cell phones at the beginning of the Clooneys' parties, establishing a screen-free, camera-free, and potential leak-free environment for honest, private conversations. This practice, known as the "phone basket" rule, is an essential part of the Clooneys' efforts to safeguard their family's privacy and create a secure environment for their guests.
