© EPA-EFE/CLEMENS BILAN The subsequent chapter of Angelina Jolie’s existence might unfold far from Hollywood.
The illustrious actress Angelina Jolie could potentially depart from the United States permanently. Reports have surfaced in American media, referencing statements from the actress herself, who expressed intentions to relocate from the U.S. due to her “lack of desire for a lasting residence in Los Angeles,” as reported by Fox News on February 15.
Angelina Jolie’s forthcoming life stage may transpire a great distance from Hollywood. Jolie had been awaiting her twins, Vivienne and Knox, reaching adulthood before proceeding with a long-considered relocation internationally. However, an agreement concerning custody with Brad Pitt initially hindered her from undertaking this move.
Vivienne and Knox, the youngest among her six offspring, will commemorate their 18th birthday on July 12.
“When a large family is involved, the desire for privacy, tranquility, and security naturally arises,” she mentioned in 2024. “Currently, I possess a residence suitable for nurturing my children, yet, at times, this location can lack… the essence of humanity that I’ve encountered in diverse nations across the globe, a stark contrast to my upbringing here.”
The news outlet refrained from specifying the particular nation Jolie may relocate to, but noted her fondness for Cambodia, where she finalized the adoption of her eldest son, Maddox, back in 2002. Jolie proceeded to adopt two more children, Zahara and Pax, subsequent to initiating a romantic involvement with Pitt. Jolie is also a mother to three biological children with Pitt — Shiloh, Vivienne, and Knox.
The actress, now at age 50, conveyed that her resolution to embrace adoption stemmed from profoundly personal convictions, rather than a quest for public recognition.
“During my formative years, I harbored the aspiration of adopting a child, cognizant of the existence of children deprived of parental care,” she confided in Vanity Fair back in 2008. “This isn’t a humanitarian gesture per se, as I don’t regard it as a sacrifice. It’s a blessing. We are all fortunate to have one another.”
Her global connections have consistently molded her outlook, and in recent times, her perspective on the United States. Last September, Jolie voiced critiques regarding the circumstances prevailing in America during her attendance at the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain.
“I hold affection for my nation, yet I struggle to recognize it in its current state,” Jolie conveyed during a panel conversation.
“I’ve consistently inhabited an international milieu, my lineage is international, my acquaintances, my existence… My worldview embodies equality, unity, and internationalism. Any factor that fosters division or curtails an individual’s self-expression and liberties anywhere, in my estimation, poses a significant threat.”
Jolie has been an outspoken critic of America for several years. In 2017, she authored an opinion piece for The New York Times, articulating her opposition to President Donald Trump’s immigration restrictions. At that juncture, Jolie underscored her aspiration for the nation’s safety, but contended that such policies would yield more adverse outcomes than positive ones.
As a reminder, Angelina Jolie paid a visit to Ukraine and directly witnessed the unfolding events. She highlighted her difficulty in grasping “how, within a world endowed with such formidable diplomatic capabilities, civilians in Ukraine, Sudan, Gaza, Yemen, DRC, and numerous other locations endure hardship daily – seemingly as though authorities are powerless to bring an end to these conflicts and safeguard all civilians with equitable rights.”
Simultaneously, Jolie observed that she derives encouragement from the fortitude and adeptness exhibited by local organizations and volunteers, alongside those who render them assistance.