Angelina Jolie has spent decades as one of Hollywood’s most revered stars, but after failing to receive an Oscar nomination for Maria, sources say she is more determined than ever to leave the industry, Today’s Esquire reported.
The 49-year-old actress, who portrayed opera legend Maria Callas in the biopic, had high hopes for awards season. However, after being overlooked for both the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards and the Academy Awards, Jolie reportedly feels disillusioned.
“She put her heart and soul into this awards season,” a source close to the actress shared. “The snub has left Angelina with an incredibly bad taste in her mouth.”
While Jolie has long expressed a desire to live abroad, ongoing legal battles with her ex-husband Brad Pitt have kept her in the U.S. The source added that missing out on award recognition only reinforced her belief that her future lies outside of Hollywood.
Brad Pitt custody battle and family tensions add pressure
Angelina Jolie’s frustrations extend beyond her career. Her prolonged custody battle with Brad Pitt continues to influence her living situation. Although their older children are now adults, the couple’s youngest twins, Knox and Vivienne, are still minors at 16. Because Pitt retains visitation rights, Jolie has been unable to relocate internationally with her family.
“Even though the kids aren’t on good terms with Brad these days, he still has visitation rights with the twins,” an insider explained. “It’s Angie’s firm belief that the family would be happiest abroad.”
Adding to the tension, Jolie’s estranged father, Jon Voight, has been appointed as a Hollywood watchdog by the new administration. The Maleficent star has long held different political views from her conservative father, and his new role in the industry reportedly “rubs salt in the wound.”
Will Angelina Jolie finally leave Hollywood?
Despite the obstacles, Angelina Jolie appears more determined than ever to make a fresh start away from Hollywood. She has previously stated her love for international living and has spent extended periods in Cambodia, France, and the U.K.
While Jolie remains a sought-after actress and director, sources suggest she is shifting her focus toward humanitarian efforts and raising her children outside of the entertainment industry’s spotlight.
Fans are left wondering if this Oscar snub will be the final push for Angelina Jolie to leave Hollywood behind for good. Whether she makes the move soon or continues to navigate her family’s legal battles, one thing is clear—her future in the industry is more uncertain than ever.
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