George Clooney’s first wife was actress Talia Balsam. They were married from 1989 to 1993. Talia Balsam was born on March 5, 1959, in New York City, and she comes from a family with a background in show business; her father was actor Martin Balsam. Talia Balsam and George Clooney met in 1984 and dated for several years before tying the knot.
During their marriage, both George Clooney and Talia Balsam were establishing their acting careers. Talia Balsam had roles in various television shows and films throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, including appearances on shows like “Happy Days,” “Magnum, P.I.,” and “Thirtysomething.”
Their marriage, however, ended in divorce in 1993. Despite their split, both Clooney and Balsam continued to pursue successful acting careers. George Clooney, of course, went on to become one of Hollywood’s most recognizable and respected actors, known for roles in films like “Ocean’s Eleven,” “Up in the Air,” and “Gravity,” as well as his humanitarian work and activism.
Talia Balsam also continued to work steadily in the entertainment industry. She appeared in numerous television shows and films over the years, including recurring roles on shows like “Mad Men,” where she played Mona Sterling, and “Divorce,” alongside Sarah Jessica Parker.
While their marriage was relatively short-lived, both George Clooney and Talia Balsam have spoken positively about their time together and have moved on to successful careers and personal lives since their divorce.
