George Clooney and his "Powerful Pen"
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George Clooney steps in and gets his African American co-star, Eriq La Salle, on the cover of "TV Guide."
Aired: 04/16/14
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Clip: Season 4 | 1m 4s
George Clooney steps in and gets his African American co-star, Eriq La Salle, on the cover of "TV Guide."
Aired: 04/16/14
Rating: NR
George Clooney and his "Powerful Pen"
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