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Angelina Jolie is a prominent American actress, filmmaker, and humanitarian.

Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie

Her career spans several decades and includes a vast range of roles. She has earned many prestigious accolades for her work. These include an Academy Award and a Tony Award. She has also received three Golden Globe Awards. Her films have been highly successful at the box office. They have grossed more than $6.9 billion worldwide. Because of her success, she is often cited as a very powerful figure in the American entertainment industry.

Jolie's professional journey began with small roles and grew through various film genres. She made her screen debut as a child in 1982. Her career began in earnest with the 1993 production Cyborg 2. In this film, she played a near-human robot. Her breakthrough role came in the 1995 film Hackers.

Angelina Jolie by Gage Skidmore 3
Angelina Jolie by Gage Skidmore 3

She later became a famous leading lady in the 2001 film Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. Her filmography includes action movies like Mr. & Mrs. Smith and Salt. She also starred in fantasy films such as Maleficent.

Angelina Jolie Cannes 2011
Angelina Jolie Cannes 2011

Jolie has even contributed her voice to animated films like the Kung Fu Panda franchise.

As a filmmaker, Jolie has expanded her creative reach behind the camera. She writes and directs dramatic stories, often focusing on war. Her directorial works include In the Land of Blood and Honey and Unbroken. She also directed First They Killed My Father in 2017.

Angelina Jolie on the set of Changeling by Monique Autrey (cropped)
Angelina Jolie on the set of Changeling by Monique Autrey (cropped)

In 2024, she released the film Without Blood. Beyond directing, she has worked as a producer. She produced the musical The Outsiders, which won a Tony Award for Best Musical.

Jolie's early life included many personal challenges. She was born on June 4, 1975, in Los Angeles, California. Her parents were actors Jon Voight and Marcheline Bertrand.

Jon Voight 1988
Jon Voight 1988

During her teenage years, she struggled with her mental health and physical well-being. She experienced depression and dealt with substance use. She also faced difficulties with her body image and eating. Jolie has spoken openly about these struggles, including episodes of self-harm. She experienced a nervous breakdown at age 24 and was hospitalized. She has noted that adopting her first child helped her find stability.

Her family relationships have also been complex and changed over time. She had a difficult and often sporadic relationship with her father. This tension led her to legally change her surname to Jolie in 2002.

Angelina Jolie at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival
Angelina Jolie at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival

The two remained estranged for several years. They eventually reconciled following the death of her mother, Marcheline Bertrand, in 2007. Jolie is also a mother to six children. Her personal life and health have frequently attracted significant public attention.

Beyond the film industry, Jolie is a dedicated humanitarian.

Angelina Jolie in Jaffna
Angelina Jolie in Jaffna

She works to support various global causes. These include education, conservation, and women's rights. She served as a Special Envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. In this capacity, she traveled to war zones and refugee camps worldwide.

Angelina Jolie at Davos
Angelina Jolie at Davos

Her advocacy has earned her several honors. She received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. She was also named an honorary Dame Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George.

Jolie's life demonstrates a connection between art and global activism. Her dramatic performances often explore serious human themes. Her work as a director continues this exploration of history and conflict. At the same time, her humanitarian missions address real-world crises. She uses her status as a public figure to bring attention to important issues. This combination of skills makes her a unique figure in modern culture. She remains an influential person in both the arts and international advocacy.

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