Angelina Jolie is an American actress, filmmaker, and humanitarian, born on June 4, 1975, in Los Angeles, California. She is the daughter of actors Jon Voight and Marcheline Bertrand. Jolie made her film debut as a child alongside her father in *Lookin’ to Get Out* (1982) and gained significant attention with her performance in *Gia* (1998), where she portrayed the troubled model Gia Carangi.
Her breakthrough role came in *Girl, Interrupted* (1999), for which she won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She became internationally famous with the *Lara Croft: Tomb Raider* films, solidifying her status as an action star. Jolie’s diverse roles have ranged from dramatic performances in films like *A Mighty Heart* (2007) and *Changeling* (2008) to her directorial projects, including *Unbroken* (2014) and *First They Killed My Father* (2017).
Aside from her career in Hollywood, Jolie is known for her humanitarian efforts, particularly her work with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). She has traveled to numerous conflict zones and advocated for refugee rights, earning several awards for her humanitarian work. Jolie is also a special envoy for the UNHCR.
Her personal life has often been the subject of media scrutiny, especially her relationships with actors Jonny Lee Miller, Billy Bob Thornton, and Brad Pitt. She has six children, three of whom were adopted internationally. Jolie has been open about her health issues, including her decision to undergo preventive surgeries after discovering her heightened risk for breast and ovarian cancer.
Jolie continues to be an influential figure in both the entertainment industry and global humanitarian work.