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George Clooney is recalling what it was like to film the pilot episode of ER

Clooney starred on the medical drama as hunky Dr. Doug Ross

He left the show in 1999 at the end of season 5, but returned for cameos in season 6 and for the series finale

George Clooney is remembering the role that made him famous.

Clooney's role as the hunky Dr. Doug Ross in the medical drama catapulted him to stardom — and solidified his Hollywood heartthrob status. He would go on to launch a prolific film career.

Speaking on the Friday, Dec. 5 episode of Live With Kelly & Mark , the 64-year-old actor said he remembered shooting the show's pilot episode.

"It was a two-hour pilot," Clooney said. "And I got to know all the people who ended up becoming very dear friends — Tony Edwards ,

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