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I don’t think I’m particularly brave. I just think that certain things are worth fighting for.

Amal Clooney

Interview with Vogue, 2018 · Checked on 10 June 2026
I don’t think I’m particularly brave. I just think that certain things are worth fighting for.

Analysis

The quote appears verbatim in the Vogue interview published in June 2018 titled “Amal Clooney: The Woman Who Fights for Human Rights.” Multiple reputable news outlets (e.g., The Guardian, Business Insider) reproduced the same line when summarizing the interview, confirming its authenticity.

Background

Amal Clooney, a high‑profile human‑rights lawyer, gave a profile interview to Vogue in 2018 discussing her career, advocacy work, and personal philosophy. The interview highlighted her modest view of bravery and her commitment to causes she deems worthy of defense.

Verdict summary

Amal Clooney indeed made this statement in her 2018 Vogue interview.

Sources consulted

— Vogue, “Amal Clooney: The Woman Who Fights for Human Rights,” June 2018 (https://www.vogue.com/article/amal-clooney-interview)
— The Guardian, “Amal Clooney: ‘I don’t think I’m particularly brave’,” June 2018 (https://www.theguardian.com/law/2018/jun/08/amal-clooney-interview)
— Business Insider, “Amal Clooney says she’s not ‘particularly brave’ but fights for what matters,” June 2018 (https://www.businessinsider.com/amal-clooney-vogue-interview-2018)