George Clooney spent some time in Sardinia this week meeting the parents of his current flame, Italian actress Elisabetta Canalis.  Radar Online is reporting that the couple spent two days visiting the European island, presumably to make sure their syrupy couple goodness was equally spread over the entire geographical area.

Clooney dedicated a good chunk of the trip to Elisabetta’s hometown to bonding with her family, but he wasn’t shy about spending some…ahem, alone time with his beau at the romantic Hotel Villa Las Tronas.

What can we say? A gentleman knows what he wants and how he wants it.

In all seriousness, the experience must have been a little weird for Canalis’ parents. Georgey is probably closer to their age than their daughter’s!  Alas, true love prevails over all, especially in an enduring relationship like this one.

Aww, who are we kidding?! Clooney goes through young, hot women like crazy. At least he treats them well and it’s a mutually understood agreement!

What do you think? Could Clooney meeting the parents mean he’s finally settling down with someone?

TMZ is reporting that Ryan Seacrest felt pretty generous Thursday night, where he picked up the bill for a $50,000 dinner, including a $10,000 tip.

Sources tell TMZ that Seacrest was at the Billionaire Club restaurant in Sardinia for a meal while talking business.  Although it’s just speculation, it could have had something to do with his radio gig, as that contract is due at the end of the year.

The sources also say that Ryan’s rumoured-girlfriend Julianne Hough was one of the attendees.

Seacrest picked up the tab for everyone in his party, accounting for several tables, dishing out $41,000 for the meal and an additional $10,000 tip.