OlderAngelina Jolie ‘Transformed’ in Chad
“If I can draw you in a little because I’m familiar, then that’s great. As long as [you] end up looking at them, that’s the point.” — Angelina Jolie on the power of celebrity.
Here are some of the highlight’s from Angelina Jolie’s recent trip to a camp housing Darfur refugees in Chad via Newsweek:
…But you do have photographers following you now. It took me a while to agree to do it. I guess I saw that so many times the picture comes before the knowledge and the substance and I certainly didn’t want to do that to myself or the organization. And also, I really just was shy. I was shy about sitting on the floor and talking to a woman and having a camera take a picture because I thought it was making less of my conversation with her. But… I was changed by the faces of the people I saw. “It is something that I am incapable of describing…those faces and that place and those people. And so I think it’s just—let the people speak for themselves through the camera. And if I can draw you in a little because I’m familiar, then that’s great. Because I know that at the end you’re not looking at me, you’re looking at them.
Do you still go with so few people? I can’t believe you take no one with you… I take no one. I [go] by myself on a commercial plane and into the field with my backpack.
You still do that? Yes, I just did that on my last trip. I met the photographer there.
In the camp? No, in the airport. We didn’t even realize we were on the same flight. We landed at like midnight and got up at like 5 in the morning to catch the WFP [World Food Program] plane [to a town near the camp].
People will look at these pictures of you in Chad and ask, “What can I do?” What should they do? There are great NGOs like SOS [Austria's SOS Kinderdorp] and there are great NGOs inside and under the U.N. that you could send aid to. It’s important for the American people to know that a lot of people believe—I certainly believe—that it has been their outcry and their interest that has motivated our government. I think that the American people have paid attention to Darfur—a really amazing groundswell of people that really care, and are moved and emotional about the things they’ve seen when it is brought to their attention.
For the very first picture of Angelina Jolie from this trip in Chad, CLICK HERE!
For Angelina Jolie’s full interview with Newsweek, CLICK HERE!
For two videos of Angelina Jolie in action in Chad, CLICK HERE!
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Love her, admire her, she is just the BEST !!!
Why must it upset any angie fan when someone also a fan shows concern about her safety or health????
Sure we love this woman. She is inspiring, selfless and fearless. Remember , she is also a loving partner , mother of very young children.
Mother Theresa , a nun, disabowed all earthly possessions or familial connection in pursuing her noble cause or A. Hepburn did her humanitarian efforts during her later life when her children are older.
Angie ’s situation is different to these 2 women. The places she now visits are more dangerous than ever. I am sure Brad , James ( brother) are worried to death and so are we, fans of her.
IMHO ,comments concerning about health should not be the object of mockery or disdain . Some of us just love her like our own family, our sister, daughter or best friend….. cheers
I LOVE HER!
Thanks JJ!
London, Mar 11 (ANI): Angelina Jolie narrowly escaped being kidnapped, while on a visit to an unnamed destination in the capacity of a Goodwill Ambassador for the UNHCR.
The Oscar winning star, who became a Goodwill Ambassador back in 2001, has travelled to some of the remotest and also war-torn areas of the world raising awareness of the plight of refugees.
However, one visit that really had a reeling was when she learnt that gangsters were plotting to kidnap her and hold her for a very large ransom.
“It was in a small village. I won’t say where, or with whom, but some gangsters planned to kidnap me and extort a massive ransom. I was warned at the last minute, and managed to escape, luckily,” the News of the World quoted her, as saying.
However, Jolie insists that she’s not about let one kidnap plot scare her away from the work she does for she wants to do her bit in lending a helping hand to underprivileged people.
“I don’t want to act like the Mother Teresa of Hollywood. But I want to help where there is poverty and destruction,” she said.
As for how beau Brad Pitt copes with their trips, well Jolie revealed that the couple solved their problems by working as a team.
“I love Brad very much and on our trips we pull together as a team,” she said.
But Jolie does admit that things get tough when it affects the couple’s three kids – Maddox, Zahara and Shiloh – all of whom have been accompanying their parents on their trips to far-off places.
“Things only get difficult when it affects our children,” she said.
“I have become more mature. I have learned to accept responsibility for myself, my children and my partner. Becoming a mum was the biggest change in my life, and it made me feel like a complete woman. At times in my life I was lost, without a purpose, now I’m more grounded,” Jolie revealed.
i love this part..
“I love Brad very much and on our trips we pull together as a team,”
am not a regular poster here but am a regular reader here.. as in everyday after my class..
how are you MISSOURI FAN?do you still remember me?i am the filipina gal..
hi to all filipina here..
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nice Says:
March 11th, 2007 at 7:11 am - flag comment
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The rag that put this out there is a tabby and there is NO way that Angie gave them an interview.
Just another rag trying to us Angie to sell it’s rag of a magazine.
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Lady G Says:
March 11th, 2007 at 7:26 am - flag comment
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nice Says:
March 11th, 2007 at 7:11 am - flag comment
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The rag that put this out there is a tabby and there is NO way that Angie gave them an interview.
Just another rag trying to us Angie to sell it’s rag of a magazine.
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Thank you Lady G. I was about to say that. This article came from a British Tabloid. Their making up stories all the time. Much worse than the American Tabs. There was also a story that they had kidnap threats from Al Qaeda while thy where in India and it came from a British rag also and of course it wasn’t true. And all this supposed Madonna criticism from Angie came from British rags. I won’t believe anything for a British publication.
News of the World is the worse tabloid in the world, they made things up all the time, so don’t bring that **** here.
Thank you Jared for this wonderful Thread. You are the number one source for everything regarding BAMZS+1 with no doubt!!
The pictures are heartbreaking!
Angie has been through this situation for years but every single trip is a brand new experience for her. A new life lesson. She is completely devoted and no matter what is said nothing will stop her. She has the support of her loved ones and of course her fans.
MORE POWER TO HER!!!
Me and my family have managed to give a certain amount of money every month to UNISEF. We are doing this for about five years. The money are not much but I’m searching ways to do more. When I will decide to have a family I have already made a promise to my self that I will adopt a child with any cost it may take. Angie was and is a great inspiration about that decision. And I will try to make it a reality.
What crack are you all smoking? Nobel Prize please. Reincarnation of Mother Theresa!? What blasphemy!
It was bad enough they compared her to Josephine Baker who actually risked her life by spying for the French against the Nazis! But now you all are comparing her to Mother Theresa, who established missionaries in over 100 countries.
I’m not knocking Angelina’s works, but she’s not the only celebrity that travels to these areas or donates their time or works for the UN. Nicole Kidman is right there with her! And she’s definitely not the first to draw attention to Dafur, which has been in the public consciousness for some time.
And as far as a Nobel Prize puhlease….she’s way behind Sir Bob Geldolf, Bono, Bill & Melinda Gates, Oprah and on and on….
I wonder at people who will jump at the chance to criticize this trip to Chad. AJ and BP could hole up in a mansion and have posh parties the rest of their lives. I mean really - they could just be fabulous, gorgeous and do nothing else in the world and they wouldn’t owe anything to anyone for it.
Beautiful pictures. Beautiful lady.
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You know why some fans are upset everytime the weight issue is brought up by other fans even though the concerned fan does not have any malicious intent because a lot of the haters are bringing her being skinny as their mode of attack, some of them pretend to be concerned about Angelina’s slimness then in the end of their posting they will attack her or give a subtle criticism then if you question their real motive their true colors will show.
Not only the thinness issue but also questioning about Maddox schooling, the blob talk & other nonsence about the kids.
So it is hard for long-time posters here to tell if the poster meant no harm & just voicing their concern OR being sarcastic hater, especially true for new posters or people posting with new names.
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Queen Bee Says:
March 11th, 2007 at 8:02 am - flag comment
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Sir Bob Geldolf, Bono, Bill & Melinda Gates, Oprah ???
I’m not their fan!
But I’m ANGIE FAN SO I want her to receive the Nobel Prize …WHAT’S WRONG WITH THAT!!!
Laura Says:
March 11th, 2007 at 1:37 am - flag comment
Okay, I take back all the negative comments I’ve written about Jolie.
Looking at these pics, Jolie has a good heart.
She wants to help the less fortunate, and if we all can do the same, the world would be a better place. I know I haven’t done enough.
I wish her and her family well.
They are just in denil that angie is a good person and she does deserve brad
“I do care about the opinion of the aid worker, I do care about the opinion of the refugee. I care less about the opinion of the person who’s never been in the field but has an opinion about celebrity. ”
That woman is amazing.There is so much pain in this world,and she is there,in the field,talks to those people,touches them,feels their pain,cries with them,holds their hand.When you are so desperate,like those people are,even this small human contact is a big relief to your pain.Just to see that someone cares and SHE cares.What can people’s criticism do to her when she has seen what she has seen?
She is a great example and a great humanitarian and I admire her more and more everyday.Angelina,I’m proud to be your fan.
http://justjared.buzznet.com/gallery/photos.php?yr=2007&mon=03&evt=angelina_jolie_chad&pic=angelina-jolie-chad-04.jpg
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Queen Bee Says:
March 11th, 2007 at 8:02 am - flag comment
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What is the problem with her fans wanting that for her? What’s it to you? It’s their opinion, just like you have yours. Nobody has to be on crack to want something for her or to compare her to somebody else. Fans can be proud of her and wish for whatever they want to wish for, it’s that simple.
This is the reason why all the criticisms against this woman just don’t hold water. People can pick on her weight or can rehash on her past but that’s nothing compared to the realities that she spotlights on when she visits places like Chad, Sierra Leone. This is one of the things that I find admirable about her. Her physical beauty fades with her beautiful soul and compassionate heart. She’s just a beautiful human being.
BTW, Hello to all JP fans and kaway to all my kababayans. Magandang umaga/gabi sa inyong lahat. May you all be safe and in good health.
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lylian Says:
“We are all sitting around waiting for the US to do something about Sudan. Why is that?? Where is the EU leadership on this point?? Chad and Sudan are much closer to Europe then to America.”
One, I think the economic superpowers are playing a waiting game until all the important players have established their claims. With France and China heavily involved in the oil exploration claims and we know who China is very friendly with, there’s too much at stake as far as the first world nations are concerned more than enforcing justice and pushing the Sudanese gov’t to go after Arab militias. Why are the US and EU wary to step in? Its a deafening silence. The Darfur situation has reached a point when military intervention might be the only solution left. I really hope the EU would take an active role and not wait for the US to initiate the first step.
Two, the AU and UN are still somehow divided to the issue. I think it pertains most to the AU because I don’t think there’s anyone in the African Union who has the political will to condemn Sudan and really forced the hand of the Khartoum leaders to go after the Arab militias.
Third, I hope those nations that has the military powers and logistics to spearhead intervention would step up and not wait for the US. The US leadership is too preoccupied with Iraq and I don’t think the anyone is willing to rock the boat with the upcoming elections. I think there are still some people in Capitol Hill who are wary with might be another Somalia situation.
Sudan is too divided as a nation. To attempt to unify the North and South is an act of futility w/ the leadership not only deaf but what’s worse blood thirsty reactions to the grievances of those marginalized. They say history has proven time and again, that only a bloody revolution can bring democracy to a nation. But the injustice in this crisis is that those that are being unfairly treated, are not even given a chance to fight for their rights. This war is definitely not fair to all. And the worst is that this is being played out right before our eyes…….
Queen Bee—Are you on crack that you come here, read all the posts & comment? If you do not like them & some comments posted here then get the hell out of here
Thanx Jared for bringing this!
Your humanitarian touch never ceases, Angelina. We support you, we admire you. So happy I am one of your countless fans.
Great posts lylian & malaya. I love reading some very well thought posts & overtime I am learning something new from you guys. Be it for daily life, politics, travel, cuisines,cultures, law, & of course anything about the going-ons about the Jolie-Pitts. Thank U all
Thanks Just Jared for the new thread about AJ’s visit to Chad and the links to the moving videos. The entire interview was very informative, touching and gives insight into the struggles that the people of Darfur faces. It is good that AJ, field workers and many others bring their stories to the mainstream media. I also join others in wishing for a solution to the conflict in Darfur. AJ will always have critics because some people cannot get past tabloid lies, their own prejudices and inner conflicts. However, she continues to follow her heart, ignore the naysayers and continue to live her life the best she knows how. I pray and wish the people of the Sudan a return to their homeland and peace. I wish AJ and BP and their children the best. Thanks again Just Jared. Thanks to all the fans for the videos and links to other articles.
Oh Angelina, you really are inspiring me more now than ever. Your life have been so meaningful not only to you, your family & friends, colleagues but also to your fans & admirers. Keep up the good work, we your fans stand behind you on your endless works.
These pictures are heartbreaking. And just the fact that she’s making people more aware of the level of suffering and what they can do to help speaks for itself.
I agree with Konnitiwa. This is what she meant by the word “raw”. When she was younger, and had less understanding she did destructive things in an attempt to access that feeling. Now she’s older and wiser and she’s found a constructive way to access those honest emotions. There is nothing more raw than the picture of her holding that 3 yr. old boy.
She’s been doing this for a long time, but now that she’s Brad Pitt’s partner she’s under constant spotlight. In a weird way, that is his “gift” to her because she is able to redirect that spotlight very effectively on the atrocities taking place. As independent as she is, I’m glad she has him at her side to ease the load. And she has given him so very much in such a short time.
Both of them are beautiful - inside and out.
queenbee, chill a bit! did nicole went to dangerous places like angie does? and angie did tht for awhile, i just heard about nicole lately but not much, though it doesn’t matter really, most important thing is tht u are bringing attention and actually help make a difference.angie does her thing w/ so much passion? my advice for u don’t make a big deal about it, rather do something to help.i admire mother theresa , i havn’t seen much of nicole deeds , i mean passion but hopefully one day and tht she would also donate much money and passion to the poor.yes, lots of celebrity do did donate oprah,bill gates, ( very rich people) but where the money goes, do u think most of their money went to the needy? or who knows, coz why theres still lot of people who is starving, knowing the value of dollar( us) tht made me question.while i applaud oprah for donating 40 to 100 million or so, i don’t understand why built a luxury school tht only only small amount of people can benifit. do they really need a spa? or make up saloon? how about the majority / who are starving, dying?, why not build a hospital there too?, a clinic or heath centers or more school, wells. with tht amount of money alloted for a luxury school or built a training center for people to get a job. anyway, i still admire oprah just wish she put things into perspective.
She’s amazing and a great role model. Brad must be proud of his love.
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