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George and Amal Clooney evacuate from French house: ‘We do not know whether our beautiful home will survive’
The Guardian • • world
Key Points:
- George and Amal Clooney evacuated their primary residence, Domaine du Canadel in Brignoles, southeastern France, due to a nearby wildfire, as confirmed by Clooney's agent.
- The wildfire, which started Wednesday afternoon near Brignoles, burned approximately 130 hectares and led to the evacuation of around 600 residents, with four firefighters injured.
- In a letter to the mayor of Brignoles, Clooney expressed concern for the safety of the community and pledged the couple's commitment to remain part of and help rebuild the village regardless of the damage to their home.
- The Clooneys acquired the estate in 2021 and were granted French citizenship last December, with the move motivated by a desire to provide their children a private, grounded upbringing away from paparazzi and urban distractions.
- George Clooney highlighted the benefits of rural life for their children, emphasizing a lifestyle without excessive screen time and more family interaction.
