George Clooney spends six months in New York theater while his wife remains in Britain

‘Of course he’ll miss Amal huge too. George’s hope that the family will be able to live long distance during his stay in New York will not be easily realized. Amal has her hands full with her work as human rights lawyerand the twins are in school,” the friend says.

“They won’t be able to drop everything and go there every weekend, even if they have private jets at their disposal.

“George plans to fly back when it’s his schedule allows, but it will not be an easy time. It is seen by some as a vain move, as he hardly needs the money and time with the children as they grow up is certainly more important.

“Some friends have wondered if this says more about the state of their marriage. There has been talk of a possible breakup. Whatever the situation, the next six months will be a testing time for both of them.”