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Angelina Jolie

American actress, filmmaker, and humanitarian

Angelina Jolie, born on June 4, 1975, is an award-winning actress known for her roles in various films. Apart from her successful acting career, she is also recognized for her humanitarian work, advocating for causes like conservation and women's rights. Jolie has received numerous accolades for her contributions, including being named one of the most powerful and influential figures in the American entertainment industry.

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Timeline

Angelina Jolie's Birth

Angelina Jolie, an American actress and humanitarian, was born in 1975.

Angelina Jolie's Early Life and Career

Angelina Jolie, born on June 4, 1975, in Los Angeles, California, is an American actress and director known for her sex appeal, edginess, and humanitarian work. She won an Academy Award for her role in Girl, Interrupted (1999) and has a diverse background in acting, modeling, and humanitarian efforts.

Family Separation

After her parents' separation in 1976, Angelina Jolie and her brother lived with their mother, who had abandoned her acting ambitions to focus on raising her children.

Move to New York

When Angelina Jolie was six years old, her mother and her live-in partner, filmmaker Bill Day, moved the family to Palisades, New York.

Screen Debut in Lookin' to Get Out

Angelina Jolie made her screen debut as a child alongside her father, Jon Voight, in the film Lookin' to Get Out in 1982.

Enrollment at Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute

In 1986, Angelina Jolie decided to pursue acting and enrolled at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in Los Angeles, where she trained for two years.

Angelina Jolie's Early Acting Career

At the age of 11, Angelina Jolie moved to Los Angeles, California and enrolled in Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film. She continued her acting career by joining Beverly Hills High School, participating in theatre productions, music videos, and modeling.

Beginning of Angelina Jolie's Career

Angelina Jolie's career took off with an interview that showcased her personality and marked the beginning of her rising fame. Prior to this, she had appeared in music videos, worked as a model, and performed in stage plays.

Professional Film Debut in Cyborg 2

Angelina Jolie began her professional film career in 1993 with her first leading role in the science-fiction sequel Cyborg 2.

Angelina Jolie's First Big Role in 'Hackers'

Angelina Jolie's first leading role was in the movie 'Hackers' where she starred as Kate, a computer hacker working with her friends to unleash an online virus while being pursued by the Secret Service. This role marked her first significant breakthrough as an actress.

Angelina Jolie's First Husband

On March 28, 1996, Angelina Jolie got married for the first time.

On August 24, 1997, Angelina Jolie was recognized as a rising star in the entertainment industry.

Breakthrough with Gia

Angelina Jolie's breakthrough came in 1998 when she portrayed supermodel Gia Carangi in the HBO film Gia, earning critical acclaim and awards.

Angelina Jolie and Jonny Lee Miller divorce

In 1999, Angelina Jolie and Jonny Lee Miller, who got married in 1996, decided to part ways due to their relationship not working out.

Angelina Jolie's Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress

Angelina Jolie won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress at the Oscars.

Angelina Jolie marries Billy Bob Thornton

After a two-month courtship, Angelina Jolie married actor Billy Bob Thornton in Las Vegas. Their marriage was known for their public declarations of passion and wearing vials of each other's blood around their necks.

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider

The film Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, released in 2001, was one of Angelina Jolie's most commercially successful films and relied on her sex appeal for its success.

First Adoption of Maddox

Angelina Jolie adopted her first child, seven-month-old Maddox Chivan, from Cambodia in March 2002. The decision to adopt Maddox came after Jolie's visits to Cambodia while filming Tomb Raider and during a UNHCR field trip in 2001.

Angelina Jolie's Sri Lanka Mission

Angelina Jolie embarked on a week-long mission to Sri Lanka to raise awareness and call for international support for the country's recovery efforts post-civil war. She visited areas affected by the conflict and met with displaced persons and war victims.

Angelina Jolie Meets Brad Pitt

In June 2005, Angelina Jolie met Brad Pitt on the set of 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith', leading to a significant relationship that garnered media attention.

Adoption of Zahara from Ethiopia

On July 6, 2005, Angelina Jolie adopted her daughter Zahara from Ethiopia.

Birth of Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt

On May 27, 2006, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt welcomed their first biological child together, named Shiloh Nouvel.

Adoption of Pax from Vietnam

Angelina Jolie adopted a son named Pax from Vietnam on March 15, 2007.

Birth of Knox Léon and Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt

Angelina Jolie gave birth to twins, a boy named Knox Léon and a girl named Vivienne Marcheline, via c-section at Lenval hospital in Nice, France. The first images of the twins were sold to People and Hello! magazines for $14 million, making them the most expensive celebrity pictures ever taken. The proceeds were donated to the Jolie/Pitt Foundation.

Angelina Jolie undergoes preventive double mastectomy

At age 37, Angelina Jolie underwent a preventive double mastectomy after learning she had a high risk of developing breast cancer due to a defective gene. The surgery significantly reduced her chances of developing breast cancer.

Angelina Jolie's Double Mastectomy

Angelina Jolie underwent a preventive double mastectomy after being diagnosed with a high risk of breast cancer. She made a public announcement about her decision in an op-ed titled 'My Medical Choice' to raise awareness about genetic testing and breast cancer prevention.

Co-chairing the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict

In June 2014, Angelina Jolie co-chaired the four-day Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict, resulting in a protocol endorsed by 151 nations.

Directed, Wrote, and Starred in By the Sea

In 2015, Angelina Jolie directed, wrote, and starred in 'By the Sea', a drama that focuses on a troubled couple in 1970s France. The film also starred Brad Pitt.

Angelina Jolie's Humanitarian Work Recognition

On March 14, 2016, Angelina Jolie, the award-winning actress, was recognized for her humanitarian work and brave encouragement of women worldwide. Her beauty and talent in the film industry have captivated the public for years.

Women's History Month: Angelina Jolie

In April 2016, Women's History Month continued to honor the accomplishments of women globally. Angelina Jolie, known for her advocacy and philanthropic efforts, may have been a significant figure in the celebrations during this time.

The Founding of Jolie Pitt Dalton Helic

In May 2016, Angelina Jolie established the Jolie Pitt Dalton Helic organization focusing on women's rights and international justice, while also contributing to academic programs.

Angelina Jolie Files for Divorce from Brad Pitt

After a decade together and two years of marriage, Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt on September 20, 2016, citing irreconcilable differences.

First They Killed My Father

Angelina Jolie directed 'First They Killed My Father' in 2017, a drama set during Cambodia's Khmer Rouge era, combining her interests in filmmaking and humanitarian work.

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

Angelina Jolie reprised her role in 'Maleficent: Mistress of Evil' in 2019, which received mixed reviews but performed well commercially.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Put Divorce on Hold

On August 7, 2020, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt announced they were pausing their divorce proceedings to reassess their relationship, with Pitt acknowledging his role in the situation.

Angelina Jolie Donates to Yemen Lemonade Stand

Angelina Jolie made a significant donation to two boys running a lemonade stand in London on September 9, 2020, to support their fundraising for Yemen amidst a humanitarian crisis.

Those Who Wish Me Dead

Angelina Jolie starred in 'Those Who Wish Me Dead' in May 2021, playing a smokejumper in an action thriller film that garnered moderate reviews.

Angelina Jolie portrayed Thena in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film 'Eternals' released in November 2021, receiving mixed responses from audiences and critics.

Visit to Washington, D.C. for the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act

In February 2022, Angelina Jolie visited Washington, D.C. with her daughter Zahara for the Senate introduction of the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act, working closely with the bill's sponsors and advocates.

Criticism of Israel during the 2023 Israel-Hamas war

In 2023, Angelina Jolie voiced strong criticism of Israel for its military actions in Gaza during the 2023 Israel-Hamas war, condemning the deliberate bombing of the trapped population.

Angelina Jolie Honored by The Foundation for Living Beauty

Angelina Jolie is treasured by The Foundation for Living Beauty for her openness, tireless dedication, and attention to the world's diverse people and needs.

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