Life Beyond Brad: Angelina Jolie's Emotional Account of Motherhood and Post-Divorce Experiences

Jolie acknowledged the difficult periods her family has encountered since the much-publicized divorce from Pitt in 2016.

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00:00 In a candid interview with a leading magazine, Angelina Jolie reflects on the challenges

00:05 and triumphs of motherhood and the profound impact it has had on her life since her split

00:11 from her former husband Brad Pitt. The Hollywood icon also touched upon the resilience of her

00:18 family in the face of adversity.

00:21 Jolie, now 48, shared her profound transformation since becoming a mother at the age of 26,

00:28 saying, "I was 26 when I became a mother. My entire life changed. Having children saved

00:34 me and taught me to be in this world differently." The actress emphasized the significance of

00:40 her role as a mother in shaping her life and outlook.

00:45 In the interview, Jolie expressed her deep love and dedication to her children, stating,

00:49 "I think recently I would have gone under in a much darker way had I not wanted to live

00:55 for them. They are better than me, because you want your children to be."

01:00 Jolie and Pitt, who first crossed paths on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith, share six children

01:06 — Maddox, Pax, Zara, Shiloh, and twins Vivian and Knox.

01:14 The conversation also delved into Jolie's personal journey at this stage in her life.

01:20 She revealed, "I am still understanding who I am at 48. I guess I am in the transition

01:26 as a person. I don't feel like I have been myself for a decade, in a way, which I don't

01:31 want to get into," hinting at the complexities and changes she has experienced over the years.

01:38 Moreover, Jolie acknowledged the challenging times her family has faced since the high-profile

01:44 divorce from Pitt in 2016. She shared, "We had a lot of healing to do. We are still finding

01:51 our footing." This glimpse into actress' lives offers a touching and relatable prospect on

01:57 the evolving nature of motherhood, personal growth, and resilience in the face of life's

02:01 trial.

02:02 "I am still understanding who I am at 48. I guess I am in the transition as a person. I guess I am in the transition as a person."

02:09 (upbeat music)