George Clooney Gets Back to Bachelorhood

George Clooney Gets Back to Bachelorhood

The single ladies of Tinseltown just got an early Christmas present, as George Clooney and his now ex-girlfriend Sarah Larson have called it quits after dating for the past year.

“George is relieved to be single again,” says an insider. “He thinks Sarah is sweet and that is why it was so hard to break up with her. The truth is they had little in common and he just doesn’t want to be tied down. “

The Michael Clayton actor and his 29-year-old former cocktail waitress girlfriend first met in Las Vegas at the Whiskey Bar about four years ago - but it wasn’t until June of 2007 that the two settled into a relationship.

Meanwhile, George’s rep has kept quiet on the issue, telling In Touch: “I can only confirm that we have never commented on George’s personal life.”

George Clooney a Free Man?

George Clooney, Sarah Larson

George Clooney has taken his eligible-bachelor status out of storage.

The Oscar winner has reportedly split up with Sarah Larson, his envy-of-many girlfriend of about a year.

Clooney’s publicist, Stan Rosenfeld, would only tell News, “I do not comment on George’s personal life.”

But sources close to the situation have been saying the duo are no more. They were last photographed together at the 47th-birthday bash Giorgio Armani threw for Clooney May 6 in New York.

The Michael Clayton star was spotted just this weekend, however, soaking up the sun with an all-male crew in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

He and Larson originally met in Las Vegas at Whiskey Bar, where she was working as a cocktail waitress, about four years ago, but things didn’t get serious until they saw each other for the second time last June, also in Sin City.

Since then, Larson’s connection with Clooney has translated into an appearance in People’s 100 Most Beautiful issue, a trip to the Oscars in February (the first time Clooney ever took a girlfriend) and countless red carpet appearances.

Can Britney’s Dad Punish Her if She Disobeys?

Britney Spears

What powers does Dad have in order to punish Britney if she decides not to obey his rules?Bob, Port Jeff, New York

Let's put it this way: Wouldn't be surprised if Jamie Spears had emerged from an L.A. courtroom the other day with the ability to shoot lightning from his righteous fists. Such is his newly won, Jupiter-like power.

Observe! Here are three rules currently governing Britney's life and what her dad can do if she tries to disobey:

No spending more than $1,500 a week: That's her new allowance from Dad. But if Britney, say, tries to secretly open a credit card or bank account, Jamie can swoop in and shut it all down. "He can call credit card companies and say, 'Don't honor this card,' " New Jersey family law and litigation attorney Albert Cohn says. "He can close bank accounts."

No unapproved visitors: Woe is the friend Britney tries to sneak in through a window. "Jamie could probably call the cops and call it a trespass," Cohn says. "Think of it this way: He stands in the shoes of the person for whom he is guardian." So, Cohn explains, Jamie could call the police and say that Britney doesn't have the legal competence to invite people into her home. And whoosh! They're gone.

No partying: At least according to reports in places like OK! magazine, which recently claimed that Brit "is no longer allowed to hit the nightclubs." So if Britney goes seeking some cocktail waitress to switch outfits with, Jamie could "enlist law enforcement to bring her home."

Let's just hope she's wearing underwear during the ensuing melee.

Can Britney’s Dad Punish Her if She Disobeys?

Britney Spears

What powers does Dad have in order to punish Britney if she decides not to obey his rules?Bob, Port Jeff, New York

Let's put it this way: Wouldn't be surprised if Jamie Spears had emerged from an L.A. courtroom the other day with the ability to shoot lightning from his righteous fists. Such is his newly won, Jupiter-like power.

Observe! Here are three rules currently governing Britney's life and what her dad can do if she tries to disobey:

No spending more than $1,500 a week: That's her new allowance from Dad. But if Britney, say, tries to secretly open a credit card or bank account, Jamie can swoop in and shut it all down. "He can call credit card companies and say, 'Don't honor this card,' " New Jersey family law and litigation attorney Albert Cohn says. "He can close bank accounts."

No unapproved visitors: Woe is the friend Britney tries to sneak in through a window. "Jamie could probably call the cops and call it a trespass," Cohn says. "Think of it this way: He stands in the shoes of the person for whom he is guardian." So, Cohn explains, Jamie could call the police and say that Britney doesn't have the legal competence to invite people into her home. And whoosh! They're gone.

No partying: At least according to reports in places like OK! magazine, which recently claimed that Brit "is no longer allowed to hit the nightclubs." So if Britney goes seeking some cocktail waitress to switch outfits with, Jamie could "enlist law enforcement to bring her home."

Let's just hope she's wearing underwear during the ensuing melee.