Angelina Jolie, the renowned actor and director, recently shared insights into her career in a candid interview with W magazine. Contrary to popular belief, Jolie revealed that she never aspired to be an actor initially. She disclosed that her entry into the entertainment industry was driven by her late mother's unfulfilled dream of becoming an actress.
Jolie's mother, Marcheline Bertrand, who was married to actor Jon Voight, had to put her acting ambitions on hold to focus on raising her two children after her divorce. Bertrand's desire for Jolie to pursue acting stemmed from her own unrealized aspirations in the field.
Reflecting on her journey, Jolie expressed that her decision to pursue acting was primarily to make her mother happy. She acknowledged the pivotal role her mother played in shaping her career, serving as her manager and guiding her through the industry.
However, Jolie's perspective on her career shifted significantly following her mother's passing in 2007 after battling ovarian cancer. She realized that a significant part of her acting endeavors was driven by her desire to fulfill her mother's wishes.
Now a mother of six herself, Jolie emphasized the importance of allowing her children to explore their own passions and interests. She highlighted the value of taking risks and pursuing one's dreams, emphasizing that living a life devoid of passion and purpose is more concerning than facing failures.
Furthermore, Jolie shared a unique skill of hers - flying planes, revealing that one of her sons has also taken an interest in aviation. Despite the inherent risks associated with flying, Jolie expressed more concern about individuals not discovering their true passions and leading a life devoid of purpose.
Through her personal experiences and reflections, Angelina Jolie offers a poignant perspective on the significance of pursuing one's passions and embracing risks in the journey of self-discovery.
