Clooney buys ring for girlfriend

George Clooney has bought his girlfriend a diamond ring, it has emerged.

The 48-year-old actor treated Italian TV presenter Elisabetta Canalis to the Cartier band to show his commitment to their fledgling romance.

In Touch Weekly magazine reports: “It’s not an engagement ring - but it is a sign they’re getting serious.”

Clooney has started dating Elisabetta, 31, in July.

He has already asked her to live with him at his California home, and has bought her a string of romantic gifts to show his love.

Among the items he has treated her to are a Hermes Kelly bag and several pairs of designer high heels. He is even considering splashing out on a sports car for her.

A source said: “Every day is like Christmas at George’s house for Elisabetta. He’s even looking at a Maserati car. He’s had a great life for a long time, but she seems to make him very happy.”

Although it is unknown how the couple met, Canalis - who hosts the Italian version of MTV show 'Total Request Live' – is understood to have a villa on Lake Como, where Clooney also has a home.