Blog•Mar 31, 2026
CLOONEY'S BROADWAY WINDFALL
George Clooney’s Broadway debut in Good Night, and Good Luck generated $48 million in gross sales and earned him roughly $9 million, combining a $125,000 weekly salary, 10% star royalties, and profit participation. The limited‑run play broke weekly box‑office records at the Winter Garden Theatre, culminating in a $4.3 million final‑week gross. Clooney also collected author royalties, producer shares, and adjusted net profits, while the production secured a $3 million New York state tax credit. Investors recouped their $9.5 million capitalization and realized about a 55% return.
