George Clooney testifies in Milan fraud trial

Dozens of celeb-watchers have attended a courtroom in Milan to see George Clooney testify at a fraud trial.

Wearing a navy blue suit, white shirt and spotty blue tie, the 49-year-old actor worked his way through numerous flashing cameras before entering the packed courtroom.

The Hollywood star gave a 90-minute testimonial at the trial where three people were accused of using his name for a fashion label in Milan called GC Exclusive by George Clooney.

Two years ago, the defendants Vincenzo Cannalire, Francesco Galdelli and Vanja Goggi organised a show in a Milan hotel and allegedly used Clooney's name in an attempt to promote the fashion line.

Before entering the court, he declared: "I am here because I believe in justice. I am hear to speak because some people are trying to use my name to gain advantage not over me but of others".

The Mr Fox actor told the judge that photos purportedly showing him with two of the defendants were doctored and that his signature on documents were forged.

All three have been charged with fraud, forgery and possession of stolen goods.

Ocean's Eleven star George owns a house off the shores of Lake Como, near Milan.