George Clooney praises former ER costar Noah Wyle’s performance in The Pitt while sharing playful jealousy over medical jargon skills.
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Old Friends, New Shows
George Clooney couldn’t hide his excitement when asked about Noah Wyle’s performance in HBO’s “The Pitt.”
During his Late Night appearance with Seth Meyers, Clooney beamed with pride as he spoke about his former ER costar.
Their friendship has stood the test of time since filming the ER pilot together, creating a bond that remains strong even after all these years.
Playful Jealousy
Despite his genuine happiness for Wyle’s success, Clooney couldn’t resist poking fun at his old friend.
He jokingly admitted feeling jealous of Wyle’s natural ability to memorize complex medical terminology.
“He never had trouble, he always could do it,” Clooney quipped with a laugh.
When Meyers suggested everyone should resent this talent, Clooney playfully agreed.
Mutual Admiration Society
The respect flows both ways between these television legends.
Wyle recently shared that Clooney had nothing but praise for “The Pitt,” suggesting the compliments were Clooney’s clever way of ensuring Wyle would attend his Broadway show.
The strategy apparently worked, with Wyle confirming he found Clooney “equally phenomenal” in “Good Night, and Good Luck.”
ER Legacy Lives On
The iconic medical drama connected these actors for life, creating careers that have stood the test of time.
Though Clooney departed during season five while Wyle remained until season eleven, both occasionally returned to the show that launched them.
Their characters, Doug Ross and John Carter, became household names during ER’s impressive 15-season, Emmy-winning run.
Unexpected Reunions
A touching reunion occurred recently when Wyle joined fellow ER alumni Julianna Margulies and Anthony Edwards to support Clooney at his Broadway opening.
This gathering highlighted how their professional relationships evolved into genuine friendships.
Their early career crossover on Friends remains a fun footnote in television history, with Wyle recalling his naivety about the significance of that cameo appearance.