Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie is an acclaimed American actress, filmmaker, and humanitarian, known for her diverse roles in Hollywood films as well as her extensive humanitarian work. Her career spans several decades and has seen her take on varied characters that have showcased her versatility and talent.

About

Born on June 4, 1975, in Los Angeles, California, Angelina Jolie Voight is the daughter of actors Jon Voight and Marcheline Bertrand. With a successful career, Jolie has received numerous awards, including an Academy Award and three Golden Globe Awards. She is often noted for her portrayals of strong, complex characters and has been one of the highest-paid actresses in Hollywood.

Before Fame

Angelina Jolie's interest in acting developed at a young age due to her parents' professions. She made her screen debut as a child alongside her father in the film "Lookin' to Get Out" (1982). Jolie attended the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute and later New York University. However, her breakout role came with the film "Hackers" in 1995, where her performance garnered significant attention.

Her portrayal of supermodel Gia Carangi in the HBO film "Gia" (1998) marked a turning point, earning her critical acclaim and her first Golden Globe Award. In 1999, she received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "Girl, Interrupted."

Trivia

• Angelina Jolie is known for her philanthropic efforts, having served as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and later became a Special Envoy.
• She received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award for her service to society.
• Jolie is multilingual and has publicly spoken about the value of learning different languages.

Family Life

Jolie's personal life has been the subject of extensive media coverage. She has been married three times: her first marriage was to actor Jonny Lee Miller (1996-1999), followed by Billy Bob Thornton (2000-2003), and then Brad Pitt (2014-2019). She has six children, three of whom were adopted internationally. Her children are Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Knox and Vivienne.

Associated With

Over her career, Angelina Jolie has worked with numerous high-profile actors and filmmakers. Notably, she starred alongside Brad Pitt in "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" (2005), a film that played a significant role in her personal and professional life. Additionally, her work with director Clint Eastwood in "Changeling" (2008) earned her an Academy Award nomination.

She has also collaborated with actors such as Johnny Depp in "The Tourist" (2010) and Elle Fanning in the blockbuster "Maleficent" (2014) and its sequel. Jolie has directed and produced several films, including "Unbroken" (2014) and "First They Killed My Father" (2017).

Angelina Jolie remains a powerful figure in the entertainment industry and a dedicated humanitarian, continually using her platform to advocate for issues close to her heart.