Last summer, George Clooney shocked everyone when he began dating 29-year-old Sarah Larson. The couple met at the Ocean’s Thirteen premiere party on June 6, 2007, and have been inseparable ever since. The premiere party was held at the Las Vegas Palms Casino Resort, where Larson was working as a cocktail waitress. Because of their atypical meeting and obvious socio-economic differences, a lot of negative buzz has surrounded the couple. Shortly after the two got together, rumors spread across the Internet that Sarah Larson was formerly a Las Vegas go-go dancer. In response to the false accusations, Sarah made the following statement: “They say that I’m a stripper. There’s a ton of stuff about that. I’ve never been a stripper. You know, just because I’m from Las Vegas, I must be a stripper. Because I’m a cocktail server that means I’m an escort.”
In addition, Clooney recently received a voicemail from an unknown number saying “Dude, your friends asked me to give you a message: Dump the bitch before you’re sorry!” Clooney adamantly defended his girlfriend and went as far as to have the number traced to see who was responsible.
Does this story sound familiar yet? A handsome older man falls in love with a younger “stripper” in Las Vegas. His friends disapprove, and it is nearly impossible for the two to escape the negative attention that surrounds their relationship. I believe that we are witnessing a remake of the 1990 blockbuster, Pretty Woman. But wait, the story goes on. George Clooney is currently overseas promoting his latest movie, and where is his diamond-in-the-rough girlfriend? Sarah stayed behind to model in a charity fashion show luncheon at the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas. This is quite a step up in society for the former cocktail waitress!
Over the past several months, George Clooney and his girlfriend have participated in numerous charity events. From fashion shows to Clooney’s work in Darfur, the couple has kept busy in their efforts make a difference. As Clooney’s publicist, I would make it a point to publicize every charitable endeavor that both he and his girlfriend undertake. By having the public eye focus on the good that the pair is doing for society, it will take the attention off of Sarah Larson’s shaky reputation. I would contact major entertainment magazines and push for them to run a story featuring the couple and their charitable contributions. I would also encourage George and Sarah to put themselves in the public eye through televised interviews. A personal interview with the couple would show the skeptical public how mature and selfless their relationship is, and put both George and Sarah in a more positive light.
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