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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[Fug Face Maniston]
is a man.
Because I post on JJ That makes me a “groupie” and a “fan”? [lmaoo] ‘of-course’ that’s just ridiculous.
[To The King Fug Face] I’m always positive. stfu you zoophilic pillow bitter. and gomd [lol]
Thanks so much for the pics! Some of these are some of the most powerful pictures and they say so much.
I LOVE ANGELINA and thank her so much for helping the world open their eyes.
132 What Is Her Point? Says: March 11th, 2007 at 10:50 am
No offense, but what are the point of these trips? What does she actually accomplish? I mean Oprah (whom i loathe) went to Africa & built a school. Ok, fine, that is something tangible…
But what has Angelina actually done? She just goes there, gets her pics taken, and nothing changes. She has been doing these trips since 2001, WHAT HAS CHANGED? WHAT HAS IMPROVED?
All that happens is she gets good publicity. Now i\’m not saying that is her objective or her goal, but that is the only thing that actually happens.
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How much did you know about Darfur, Chad, Sudan, janjaweed, al Bashar, Congo, the aids epidemic etc before?
Maybe you were aware of some or more, but many weren’t until not only Angelina, but Bono, Mia Farrow and others said “look at me so I can show you what you need to see.”
Awareness preceeds, and hopefully help follows, and in the western world who is it we gaze upon most, or want to know every move they make? Celebritys that’s who, and thank GOD Angelina Jolie , Bono Vox, Mia Farrow, Oprah Winfrey and others newer at getting the press and cameras to come along such as Scarlet Johannson, Leonardo Di Caprio, Alisha Keyes have made the choice of using their time and money to shine a light on man’s inhumanity to man by going to places and into situations that they know unless they illuminate the atrocities no one else can or will give the attention that celebrity provides and so far they’ve been right.
Just look at this thread and what’s being discussed. Her trip has allowed for dialogue/discussion about something significant opposed to the normal empty debates like “are those real?/are those fake?”
The by product of Angelina Jolie’s fame is that she can help raise the consciousness not only about a part of the world many would give not a moments thought to, but there is a trickle up and down affect because of it not only because pocketbooks are being opened more (just her appearence on Anderson Coopers 360 last year raised donations in the 6 figures). The other by product of awareness is that it may make people look around in their own surroundings and see where they can help right in their own backyards.
jpf
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Ugly Aniston Says:
March 11th, 2007 at 12:13 pm - flag comment
I’m Angie’s fan any problem with that? well you can also say i’m a lurker… and whenever i see ur post you agree with the hater but sarcastic with the fan here that’s all .. just wondering why you’re here though and u sound like a man to me …hehehehehe
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Why would I have a problem with you being a fan of Angelina?
And I never “agree” with the “haters” see, I’m sure where your from the word hater has a completely different meaning, people on here use it loosely. I agree with certain comments, negative or positive, none of which are insulting to Angelina or B-money. You should take the stick out your a s s, its not that serious.. being sarcastic and making fun of some of you is far more entertaining than saying how much I like so and so a million different ways.
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of course Says:
March 11th, 2007 at 12:09 pm - flag comment
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Ok got it now THANKS :-) and i’ll do the same next time. As for Angie i hope she’s always safe everytime she goes to her humanitarian work.. God bless her.
This lady is so amazing! I would never have been made aware of the atrocities that is happening in these countries, if not for her. I know that many people get so lost in being self involved that they overlook what else is happening around them. She will certainly be rewarded for the great things she is doing, and continue to be blessed in her own little family. Brad and Angie, were meant to find one another, and the timing could not have been better. They were searching for something, and that something was each other.
Thanks for this wonderful thread Jared.
I am so in awe of Angie; her fearlessness, her inspiration, and her incredible desire to help others. It’s been said before, but she is truly the most beautiful, inside, and out. These photos are so moving, especially the one where she is holding the little boy.
What a wonderful woman. She is an inspiraiton.
Although I bet Brad really worries about her safety when she is on these missions.
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March 11th, 2007 at 12:29 pm - flag comment
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oh i thought ur the one who got the stick in you know where…bwahahahaha hmmm did i say next time ;-) my ok next time AGAIN :-)
You’re welcome alero.
In the interview I posted here, Mia says that she has ten adopted children and I think that’s wonderful. But it pisses me off whenever I meet someone who bitterly calls Angie “Mia Farrow” like it’s an insult. As far as we know, Mia’s kids have grown just fine, they’re not exactly the Hilton sisters. As long as a person can financially and emotionally support children like her, Brad and Mia can, then I think it’s fine if they want a lot of kids, just as long as they can provide for them. Also, Mia is a great actress and her humanitarian work is admirable. I would rather be called Mia Farrow then Courtney Love.
I really wish I could go to other countries and help people in need like Angelina! Every time I go to a store and Im with my mom someone will come up to use and tell us if they can have 50 cents or $1 for something and my mom will say that she doesnt have money it breaks my heart to see them leaving sad I just wish I had enough money so I could give them all the money they need but I know that wont happend so when I see people like Angelina it shows me that you CAN have enough money to give away to people who really need it thats why I admire her!! God bless her and her family!
She is amazing human being I love everything that she is doing to make the world a better place.
THIS LADY IS AN INSPIRATION.SHE REALLY CHANGED Y VIEWS INTO POSITIVE ONES.I HOPE OTHER STARS WILL LEAR FRO HER
WELL SAID …. #77, # 64 & #99!
For those who constantly question Ms. Jolie’s efforts — please tell me what have other “high profile/wealthy” celebs done?!? As a jew, Steven S. helped to raise the important awarness of the holocost.
Bono has done an amazing job for shining the spotlight on Africa (& providing funds). Which in turn, encouraged the Gates (& Oprah) to also get invloved.
However, thera are a number of celebs with far more money than Ms. Jolie, that have done little or nothing at all. Unless, you take into account all those that jumped on the band wagon AFTER the Jolie-Pitt’s forced the photogs to follow their global efforts.
Unfortunately, the majoriyt of the humanitarian organizations don’t get the exposure needed for thier efforts without the assistance of celebs. In Ms. Jolie’s case, she appears to be vested in her work. Please tell me, how many other celebs quietly “approached” the UN (years ago) to become an Ambassador?
It was Ms. Kidman’s mother that suggested she become invloved w/UN. While I applaud her for extedning herself, it’s not the same.
The Jolie-Pitt’s could easily stay in thier comfort of thier US homes/environment yet, they put themselves in areas around the world that most celebs would dare go to. Uness, it was on the advice of their agent, manager or publicist. And, a camera crew was included to film thier efforts.
The next time any “haters” cast stones at Ms. Joile & Mr. Pitt for becoming a family — PLEASE be sure to include the following “couples.” The again, these peolpe did not receive half of the “ongoing” negative publicity directed at Ms. Jolies & Mr. Pitt. Talk about a double-standard!
* Kate Hudson - and Owen Wilson (while she was married)
* Meg Ryan - and Russell Crow (while she was married)
* Ann Haitch - and her Men in Tree’s co-star (while she was married)
* Tori Spelling - and her current husband (while they “both” were married)!
* Julia Robert - and Danny Moder (while he was married)
* Antonio Banderas - and his current wife Melony G. (while he was married)
* Former NYC Mayor Rudy G. - and his current wife (while he was married).
* Newt G. - and his current wife (while he was married)
* Prince Charles - long affair w/his current wife (while “both” were married)
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Original jpf Says:
March 11th, 2007 at 12:28 pm - flag comment
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Wonderful post! I think this sums up what most celebs with causes like this but imo Angelina is one for the few that go above the call.
Celebrity Activism: Publicity Stunt or Sincere Care?
By Crystal Park
21 February 2007
It is the latest trend in Hollywood- picking a cause to support. But amidst the helpful spirit lies deep skepticism about celebrities’ motives. VOA’s Crystal Park takes a look at whether celebrity activism is a convenient vehicle for publicity or a genuine concern for the issues.
The band U2 has been rocking out for fans since 1976, and along the way collected 22 Grammy awards, the most any recording artist has ever won. They’ve sold more than 170 million albums worldwide. They are the ultimate rock stars.
Angelina Jolie Actress Angelina Jolie is the sixth highest paid actress in Hollywood, commanding $10 million per film. She’s also a constant tabloid darling, thanks to her very high profile relationship with actor Brad Pitt.
But there is another side to these mega famous celebrities. This side lets the spotlight come off them, and shine on some people who need it more.
Celebrities have been playing dual roles, as entertainer and activist, for a long time.
Movie star Audrey Hepburn was one of the first celebrities to champion a cause. However, these days, it seems nearly every celebrity has a cause or organization they are affiliated with.
But some critics complain celebrities are more interested in boosting their profile, than raising aid for the causes they’re touting.
Many critics also say celebrity activists are hypocrites- spending time with AIDS patients in Africa, and then coming home to extravagant lifestyles. But actor Don Cheadle says that is precisely why they are doing what they do. “You do sit there, and you do go, ‘Wow I have this embarrassment of wealth, and what am I doing? And very closely on the heels of that you go, “Well, this is what I’m doing, and this is how I’m trying to do it, and this is the way I’m trying to draw focus,” he said.
A deeper concern for many critics is that these celebrities do not have a strong grasp of the issues they are talking about.
Tim Irwin One organization that specifically seeks out help from celebrities is the United Nations. Their long-standing Goodwill Ambassador program specifically uses celebrities to draw attention to their mission. Their most famous ambassador is Angelina Jolie. UNHCR spokesman, Tim Irwin, says, on the contrary, the celebrities he works with do understand the issues. He said, “They are informed and they are involved. They will frequently pay all of their expenses when they’re on missions.
The celebrities themselves say they get involved because it is impossible not to. Actor George Clooney said, “You want to just scream and you want to stand there and say, ‘What is wrong with you people? Are you kidding? That we’re all sitting in rooms talking about this while these people are dying?”
But a celebrity endorsement has little or no impact on the public’s decision to support a cause or charity, according to a survey by Cone, Incorporated, a communications agency engaged in building brand trust.
The survey of about one thousand adults revealed that celebrities are the least likely to influence a person’s decision to support a cause. Instead, one’s family and friends hold the most power.
But the skepticism surrounding celebrities who are devoted to a cause does not discourage the devoted celebrities. Oscar winner Nicole Kidman said, “There’s always going to be cynicism. Be willing to take the shots, be willing to keep doing your bit because if you’ve been given an enormous amount in life, it is your duty to give back.”
Though celebrities are often scrutinized for their motives, they have the ears of some of the most powerful political figures in the world. Rock star Bono has discussed AIDS issues in Africa with President Bush. Movie star Angelina Jolie has talked with U.S. Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice about the plight of refugees.
Both sides do agree on one thing. The good that these celebrities do accomplish is more important than the publicity it generates.
http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-02-21-voa38.cfm
Prejudices of all kinds- whether religious, racial, or political- are destructive of divine foundations in man.
All the warfare and bloodshed in human history have been the outcome of prejudice. This earth is one home and native land. God has created mankind with equal endowment and right to live upon the earth.
As a city is the home of all its inhabitants although each may have his individual place of residence therein, so the earth’s surface is one wide native land or home for all races of humankind.
Sorry for asking, but I meant not her house but her rep or business address. I am not referring to her residence. Do not be cruel, I was just so touched that I did not think that I can get you to react like you did FUG.
I really think Angie has a full life, she’s like very strong and courageous, but she has this mysterious aura about her, this fragileness…she’s like a contradiction.
She reminds me of Audrey Hepburn lately.
guys , i just once in a blue moon but don’t worry about somebody who hid under different name ,asking asinine questions or spew there hateful spirit. i know time this person, is just lurking here and then start ranting.well, maybe there’s another one who seem to hv a bit of brain but she forgot to use it wisely and was drained back to the gutter. anyway, guys i know this off topic, but since were constantly mentioning charity and the people involve in it, including angie. but my question is why inspite of the fact tht theres lot of rich people and charities who help africa, why is it tht a lot of people are still suffering, sick,un-educated,dying,jobless, dependent, starving and etc. where exactly the money goes? how did charities spend or distribute the money? i heard warren gave pretty much all his billions to the charity of mr. bill gates. but it seems like , i never seen big changes, majority are still in dire situation.i am really confused, they always say one dollar could go a long way for african, but they are donating millions of u.s dollars? whts the improvement? i heard bill gate’s foundation supporting about the cure for aids. though i feel like lost in it, where in africa? and thts all they did for tht money? or did they build a technical or trade school where they learn skill to make their life easier and to become less dependent . i think giving food, clothes and etc. is not enough. they don’t luxury school to be pampered, tht will come later when ur an accomplished person. they need education, good health,skills and training .the thing i like w/ angie though she put thing in real perspective, tht people need skills so they will be less dependent. u can’t just help same people or support them while theres lots of others in waiting. like for example tht one she did in cambodia. sometimes, if u give money directly to the person who knows, wht they gonna do w/ the money. so thts why the bamboo and rice planting or supporting the productions is really good or else everybody will just rely for help .anyway, i still want enlightenment about those rich charities? i will include my dearest oprah since she is also the richest woman, no kids just sophie the dog, maybe she can built more schools ( i mean a school tht would benefit the majority not just a chosen few) c’m on , if u wanna help, please do it realistically. like also building a clinics. i am also trying to call out celebrities, politicians who are saying they support charity but all i can see are there face plastered on televisions, internet, magazines yet i wonder if they donate their own money to it or tht’s just p.r. theres one actress, i heard asking for donations to save an elephant named daisy. i was asking myself, why she ask donations for tht, she has plenty of money , way more money for tht elephants needs?. oh my……..
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A Loving Heart Says:
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HI everyone
Don’t worry, i understood very well what’s you asking ;
some people around are just seaking for attention , in a nasty way;
Hm…………truth hurts people….
(and don´t worry, I´m perfectly slim…….but Angelina on the other side…..phew….I mean , I don´t know, maybe she is into the skinny look herself,but it looks really bad)
And this “save the world stuff” just bores me.
Wow, what a moving thread. The picture with AJ holding the boy is so incredible. That child is laying there over her heart and being touched and cuddled just like a baby. That poor child has probably wanted to be in a safe mother hold like that for a long time. Bless Angie for doing that, there is nothing more wonderful than to be held and loved by someone who really cares for you.
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