by George Clooney is arguably one of the most charming, handsome, and talented actors in Hollywood. He’s starred in countless major motion pictures, won two Academy Awards, and supports countless charitable causes. However, there’s one thing that Clooney is downright obsessive about – his beloved Nespresso coffee machine.
In a new interview, Clooney’s good friend and Ocean’s Eleven co-star Brad Pitt revealed Clooney’s undying devotion to his Nespresso. “He’s got one in every house, every hotel room,” Pitt dished. “He’s not going to give it up.”
According to Pitt, Clooney’s Nespresso obsession is somewhat of a running joke between the two longtime pals. “We give him a hard time about it,” Pitt confessed. “But he doesn’t care. He loves his Nespresso.”
Clooney has been a brand ambassador for Nespresso since 2013. He has starred in numerous commercials for the company, including one featuring fellow brand ambassador Danny DeVito that aired during the 2021 holiday season. Clearly, this partnership is still going strong nearly a decade later.
In a 2017 GQ profile, Clooney opened up about why he’s so loyal to his Nespresso maker. “I’m a busy guy. I don’t have time to mess around with a coffee maker. Nespresso is perfect for me. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it makes great coffee,” he told the magazine.
Clooney went on to say that he prefers Nespresso because of the quality and consistency of the coffee. “I know exactly what I’m going to get from my Nespresso machine every time,” he said.
The actor’s love of Nespresso has apparently turned him into a bit of a coffee snob over the years. In 2015, Clooney admitted to The Hollywood Reporter that he only drinks coffee made from his beloved Nespresso device.
“I’m very particular about my coffee,” he confessed. “I don’t like it to be too strong or too weak. And I don’t like it to be bitter. Nespresso is the only coffee maker that I’ve found that makes coffee that is exactly the way I like it.”
Considering Clooney owns homes in Italy, England, France, and Cabo San Lucas, Mexico – in addition to his primary residences in Los Angeles, New York, and Lake Como, Italy – he certainly goes through his fair share of Nespresso pods worldwide.
“There’s pretty much always a Nespresso machine nearby no matter where I’m living or staying,” Clooney told E! News in 2021. “It’s the first thing I unpack when I get to a new place. I’ve even been known to bring my own Nespresso on location if I’m going to be somewhere more remote.”
Brad Pitt says that despite his incessant teasing, he does actually enjoy drinking Clooney’s Nespresso coffee. “It’s good coffee. I can’t argue with that,” Pitt admitted. However, he did jokingly add that Clooney could “maybe cool it a bit on the evangelizing.”
“Sometimes he talks about Nespresso like he’s getting paid for it,” Pitt said with a laugh. “He doesn’t need the money, so what gives?”
In addition to his massive Hollywood fortune, Clooney has reportedly earned over $40 million as the face of Nespresso since 2013. Clearly, his enthusiasm for the brand goes far beyond monetary gain at this point.
Longtime friend Cindy Crawford, who starred alongside Clooney in a 2017 Nespresso commercial, shed some light on Clooney’s genuine love for the product.
“George takes his coffee very seriously,” Crawford told People magazine. “Between takes, all he could talk about was the newest Nespresso flavors and the quality of the crema.”
Crawford also revealed that Clooney is very particular about how his Nespresso coffee is prepared. “He walked me through the whole process of making the perfect cup,” she said. “He knows exactly what he likes and doesn’t compromise.”
So, why does one of Hollywood’s most elite stars love a simple pod coffee maker so much? According to Clooney himself, it comes down to convenience and quality.
“As much as I love the culture of coffee – the smell of beans, the whole grinding process – I just don’t have time for that,” he told the Daily Mail in 2013. “Nespresso lets me have a great cup of espresso completely hassle-free. It’s literally easier than tea bags.”
Clooney also appreciates the environmental efforts taken by the Nespresso brand. “They source ethical, sustainable coffee and the pods are fully recyclable. I feel good about drinking the coffee,” he told GQ.
It seems that George Clooney’s passion for Nespresso coffee is here to stay. But according to Brad Pitt, that’s just fine with him.
“Honestly, it’s nice to see someone appreciate the simpler things in life,” Pitt told Entertainment Tonight. “Even when George was a struggling actor, he never cut corners on his coffee. He’s a man who knows what he likes. I admire that.”
So next time you see George Clooney strolling down the red carpet or charming audiences on screen, you can bet there’s a Nespresso machine brewing nearby. His love for the brand simply cannot be overstated. And if you ever find yourself enjoying a cup of coffee with this legendary star, be sure it’s made the Nespresso way – or risk facing the wrath of George!
