George Clooney missed events at the Venice Film Festival on August 27 and August 28 after falling ill.
According to the New York Post, the actor has been diagnosed with a sinus infection and was told to rest and reduce his activities.
Indeed, sinus infections can be serious, and they can happen to anyone. In the past, they could even be fatal! They occur when your nasal cavities become infected, swollen, and inflamed. Sinus infections can affect the throat, ears, eyes, teeth, and pretty much anything related to the nasal tract. Anyone who has experienced sinus infections or other problems with their sinuses will know how debilitating it is.
This infection can make life miserable, and it certainly did for a lot of these famous figures. Some of them canceled concerts, others moved countries to warmer climates, and others even died from sinus-related health problems. To learn about celebrities who suffered from sinus problems, click through this gallery.