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Angelina Jolie is 50! Find out fifty little-known facts about the star including what her REAL NAME is…

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Angelina Jolie turned 50-years-old on Wednesday.

Remarkably, this accomplished actress, who happens to be the daughter of the 86-year-old Jon Voight, an Oscar-winning actor famed for his work in Mission: Impossible, gained her own stardom at a young age by taking on bold acting roles, proving that she was more than just a celebrity’s child.

However, there’s a wealth of intriguing facts about the six-time mom, who was once hitched to the iconic Brad Pitt, that might have escaped the notice of devoted fans like myself.

To mark the special birthday of the actress famous for her role as Maleficent, DailyMail.com has put together an intriguing collection of 50 lesser-known details about this cinematic powerhouse, which might surprise many fans.

Despite spending her entire career with dark hair, it’s worth noting that Angelina Jolie was actually born as a blonde. More recently, we’ve seen her sporting her natural lighter hair once again, following her divorce from Brad Pitt.

1. An alternative fact is that she attended college courses in the bustling city of New York. Additionally, details regarding her close-knit circle of Hollywood acquaintances and the reasons behind her decision not to collaborate with Leonardo DiCaprio are also available.

2. Apart from stating that she has enrolled in college classes, it’s also important to know who her influential Hollywood friends are and why she chose not to team up with Leonardo DiCaprio on a project.

3. Aside from her college education in New York City, you should be aware of the identities of her Hollywood pals and the reasons she opted out of working with Leonardo DiCaprio.

4. In addition to her having completed college courses in New York City, it’s essential to know who her prominent Hollywood friends are and why she chose not to join forces with Leonardo DiCaprio.

5. Beyond the fact that she has taken college classes in New York City, you should also be informed about her Hollywood friendships and the reason she declined working with Leonardo DiCaprio.

One of the most surprising facts: Jolie is not her last name on her birth certificate. 

She sports over thirty tattoos, among them being a delicate sparrow etched on her chest, a design that several of her offspring also bear.

2. Jolie holds a private pilot’s license and operates a Cirrus SR22 airplane, which is a modern, single-engine aircraft designed to accommodate either four or five passengers. This aircraft has been manufactured by Cirrus Aircraft in Duluth, Minnesota since 2001.

3. While at Beverly Hills High School, Angelina faced bullying due to her slim figure. One of her fellow students, Sam Nazarian, would later establish Umami Burger and Katsuya restaurants.

4. At just 19 years old, she tied the knot with her co-star from Hackers, Jonny Lee Miller, in 1996. Their marriage ended in 1999 and was formally dissolved in 2000. Remarkably, they remain good friends to this day.

5. She’s the niece of musician Chip Taylor, known for composing “Wild Thang”; Chip is the younger sibling of Jon. (Note: I used “known for” instead of “who wrote” and “Thang” as a variant of “Thing.”)

6. Actors Jacqueline Bisset and Maximilian Schell serve as Angelina Jolie’s godparents. Bisset was personally chosen for the role by Jolie’s mother, Marcheline Bertrand, during her pregnancy.

7. Jolie possesses Cambodian citizenship, a testament to her contributions towards the nation, and she has expressed her intention to relocate there once her 16-year-old twin children reach the age of 18.

8. On her wedding day with Brad Pitt in France, her veil and train bore hand-embroidered designs representing their six children.

9. On multiple trips, the humanitarian served as a Special Envoy for the UN Refugee Agency in Iraq. Her visits took her to Mosul and the Sinjar district.

10. Around 1996, the star was dating Jenny Shimizu, a model known for her work on Vogue, and openly acknowledged that they had fallen in love.

11. Jolie has said in the past that she has kept a gun in her house.

12. Almost fluent in French, she plans to utilize the language in her forthcoming movie titled Couture, a production that takes place in the city of Paris.

13. The often-wed star has worn wedding gowns for the movies Mr & Mrs Smith and The Good Shepherd.

14. Her nickname is Ange.

15. (Alternative Phrase) – In the charming neighborhood of Los Feliz, California, Jolie acquired a property that once belonged to the legendary movie director Cecil B. DeMille, famous for creating the 1934 drama “Cleopatra” alongside Claudette Colbert.

16. Jolie was initially attached to a Cleopatra movie project, but it was ultimately canceled.

17. Angelina’s acting idol is Gena Rowlands, renowned for her performances in A Woman Under The Influence (1974) and Gloria (1980). Interestingly, they collaborated in the 2004 production of Taking Lives.

18. One well-known friend of Angelina Jolie among celebrities is Gwen Stefani. It was in 2008 when Angelina disclosed that their friendship had deepened due to them both giving birth to their children roughly at the same period.

19. After working together in The Eternals, she has developed a friendship with Salma Hayek. In the upcoming film Without Blood, Jolie will be directing Hayek.

20. In 2014, Angelina Jolie was bestowed with an honorary damehood by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. This recognition came for her contributions to U.K. foreign policy and her relentless efforts in combating sexual violence during wartime. The Queen herself presented her with the Insignia of an Honorary Dame Grand Cross.

21. The star really sang opera in her Maria Callas film after training her voice for seven months.

22. In the movie Salt, Angelina Jolie carried out a significant number of her own daring stunts. It’s said that she executed as much as 99% of them herself, even doing a thrilling leap from one truck to another.

23. During challenging scenes for Changeling, she carried a picture of her mom in her handbag as it provided her with the needed courage.

24. In partnership with jeweler Robert Procop, she launched the Jolie jewelry collection in 2012. This unique line was designed by her and all its earnings were donated to her charity, the Education Partnership for Children of Conflict.

25. In 2023, she launched Atelier Jolie in New York City. She attends many of the store’s events.

26′. Angelina declined an acting opportunity alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in Martin Scorsese’s film ‘The Aviator’, as she wanted to avoid working with Harvey Weinstein.

In 1982, I made my debut on the big screen under the name Angelina Jolie Voight in the movie “Lookin’ To Get Out.” On this set, I was fortunate to work alongside my father, Jon, and the legendary Ann-Margret.

28. Not only did she shine as a music video performer, but she collaborated with artists like Lenny Kravitz, Meat Loaf, and The Rolling Stones.

29. Among the well-known figures she’s portrayed are Cornelia Wallace, fashion model Gia Carangi, journalist Mariane Pearl, and opera singer Maria Callas.

30. I, a die-hard fan, have been fortunate enough to hear the enchanting voice of Angelina Jolie in some truly magical animated films. In 2004’s Shark Tale, she breathed life into Lola; in the Kung Fu Panda series, I was captivated by her portrayal of Tigress; and more recently, in The One And Only Ivan, she gave voice to Stella. Each time, her performance left an indelible mark on me, adding a layer of charm and depth to these beloved characters.

31. There is talk of a Maleficent 3.

32. Jolie is known to speak Khmer, the Cambodian language.

33. The looker has modeled for many brands including Louis Vuitton, Guerlain and Shiseido.

As a seasoned connoisseur of style, I’ve graced the covers of nearly three dozen variants of Vogue magazine, from the iconic American and British editions to the captivating Japanese one.

35. The pinup has admitted that she can’t cook even the most basic meals.

36. Jolie has been spotted behind the wheel of various automobiles, such as a Mercedes-Benz V-Class, a Jeep Grand Cherokee, a Jaguar XJ, a hydrogen-powered BMW, a Range Rover Vogue, and a Cadillac Escalade.

37. The actress mentioned that among the characters she’s portrayed, Thena in the film “Eternals” resembles her the most. She described them as being ‘authentic, shattered, and exposed.’

38. Jolie’s sun and Mercury are in the sign of Gemini.

39′. For years now, I’ve been blessed to have Sompong Kanphai, a master of traditional Thai tattoos, adorn my skin with his exquisite artistry – that stunning Bengal tiger gracing my back is just one example. Mark Mahoney, another artistic genius, has left an indelible mark on me as well, crafting not only the intricate ‘Stay Gold’ design but also the delicate bird tattoo I recently added to my collection. The skillful hands of Mr. K have worked their magic on mine, and the esteemed Bang Bang tattoo studio has played a significant role in my body art journey too.

40. Her favorite country to visit is Cambodia.

41. In various films of hers, including Gia (1998), Hell’s Kitchen (1998) and Original Sin (2001), her brother, James Haven, has made appearances.

42. The star tries to hide her big size nine feet by wearing beige shoes.

43. She hired a refugee to run the restaurant Eat Off Beat inside her store Atelier Jolie.

If being a punk signifies not conforming, but challenging the status quo, then I guess I embody that. The refusal to be dictated how to think, dress, or feel resonates deeply with me,” she shared with CR Fashion Book.

45. The Academy adores Jolie: She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in the psychological thriller Girl, Interrupted (1999) for her portrayal of a diagnosed sociopath. She was also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Christine Collins in the mystery crime drama Changeling (2008). In 2014, she received the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award from the Academy.

46. In 2008, Angelina Jolie disclosed that she chose to sell the initial images of her twins, Knox and Vivienne, for a reason of safety and security. By doing so, she aimed to manage their public debut carefully, while also generously donating the earnings to charitable causes.

47. Angie chose to have a series of preventive surgeries: She had a mastectomy and breast reconstruction, followed by the removal of her ovaries and fallopian tubes (salpingo-oophorectomy). These were done because she carries a BRCA1 gene mutation, which significantly increases her chances of developing breast and ovarian cancer.

48. The celebrity attended college: She pursued studies in directing and screenwriting during night classes at New York University, and additionally, she studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute.

49. Her middle name is Jolie as her full birth name is Angelina Jolie Voight.

50. Jolie’s net worth is estimated to be $120 million as of 2025.

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