Just days after sealing the long-awaited end to her divorce from Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie is turning heads once again — this time with a bold new hairstyle that has sparked mixed reactions across social media.
A fan comment dated January 4, 2025 | Source: Instagram/justjared
On January 3, Angelina dazzled at the Palm Springs International Film Awards, which was held at the Palm Springs Convention Center. At the event, the actress was honored with the Desert Palm Achievement Award, for her role in “Maria.”
Angelina Jolie attends the 36th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards on January 03, 2025, in Palm Springs, California. | Source: Getty Images
Zahara Marley Jolie, and Angelina Jolie at the 36th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards on January 03, 2025, in Palm Springs, California. | Source: Getty Images
While Jolie marked the milestone event, much of the online buzz shifted to her striking new hairstyle. The actress debuted a lighter blonde shade, sparking mixed reactions from fans and critics alike.
Angelina Jolie attends the 36th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards on January 03, 2025, in Palm Springs, California. | Source: Getty Images
A fan comment dated January 4, 2024 | Source: Facebook/peoplemag
Others defended her bold look, with one writing, “I don’t know if that color of hair suits her that much but shes 🔥always [sic].” Despite the hairstyle debate, fans couldn’t help but praise the actresses’ timeless beauty. “Angelina looks so good man, she’s definitely aging like fine wine 😍🔥,” wrote one admirer. Another simply posted, “Angie ❤.”
Angelina Jolie attends the 36th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards on January 03, 2025, in Palm Springs, California. | Source: Getty Images
Zahara Marley Jolie, and Angelina Jolie at the 36th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards on January 03, 2025, in Palm Springs, California. | Source: Getty Images
This radiant mother-daughter moment on the red carpet was further amplified at the Golden Globes Awards. On January 5, the actress, accompanied by her daughter Zahara, made a stunning entrance at the prestigious event.
Angelina Jolie, and Zahara Jolie during the 82nd Annual Golden Globes on January 05, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
Angelina Jolie during the 82nd Annual Golden Globes on January 05, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
She completed the look with a fresh new set of bangs and kept her makeup simple, letting her natural beauty shine through. Zahara looked equally striking in a white gown adorned with a bold black tree-like pattern on one side. Her long hair was elegantly swept back, accentuating her beauty.
Angelina Jolie, and Zahara Jolie during the 82nd Annual Golden Globes on January 05, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
Angelina Jolie during the 82nd Annual Golden Globes on January 05, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
In a candid interview, Angelina shared the intense journey she underwent to transform into Maria. It took seven months of vocal training to perfect the role, with her own vocals intertwined with real-life recordings of Marias’ iconic performances.
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt attend the world premiere of “World War Z,” 2013 | Source: Getty Images
The necessary paperwork was filed by the actress with her choosing not to seek spousal or family support from Brad. The former couple shares six children: Zahara, Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, Shiloh, 18, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 16.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie with their children, Pax, Maddox, Shiloh, Vivienne, and Knox Jolie-Pitt on February 5, 2014, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
(L-R) Maddox, Vivienne, Angelina, Zahara, Shiloh, and Knox Jolie-Pitt arrive for the world premiere of “Eternals,” 2021 | Source: Getty Images
James further added that while Angelina is “exhausted,” she is “relieved this one part is over,” emphasizing that the settlement is just a small step in a long process that began years ago.
Angelina Jolie Pitt and Brad Pitt attend the WSJ. Magazine Innovator Awards on November 4, 2015, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt attend the 15th Annual AFI Awards Luncheon on January 9, 2015, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
Their relationship began on set in 2004 while filming “Mr. and Mrs. Smith.” However, their romance didn’t become official until 2005, as Brad was still married to Jennifer Aniston. Following the divorce filing, Angelina accused Brad of physically abusing one of their children. He denied the allegations and was later cleared after an investigation.
Brad Pitt attends the “Wolfs” red carpet on September 1, 2024 in Venice, Italy. | Source: Getty Images
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt attend the Global Summit on June 13, 2014, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Brad sued Angelina Jolie for selling her share of the property to a Russian oligarch’s company without his approval. He claimed this violated their agreement. While Brad recently won a legal round in the case, the fight is far from over. Both sides are now engaged in a back-and-forth dispute concerning claims related to a non-disclosure agreement.