Angelina Jolie has always been in the spotlight, not just for her acting but also for her personal life.
Among the most talked-about moments was when she kissed her brother, James Haven Voight, on the lips at the 2000 Oscars, sparking widespread curiosity about their relationship.
A Close Sibling Bond
Born to Marcheline Bertrand and Jon Voight, Angelina and James formed a tight bond early on due to their parents’ tumultuous marriage and eventual split in 1976.
James told the Daily Mail that their father, Jon Voight, was difficult and did not fulfill his role as a parent, leading the siblings to become very protective of their mother and each other.
Their connection only grew stronger over the years. After losing their mother to cancer in 2007, James said, “I couldn’t stop crying.
Fortunately, I was with Angie when we heard.” He explained that they were like orphans clinging to each other, reinforcing their bond even further.
Encouragement to Reconcile
Angelina and her father had a strained relationship, especially after she publicly distanced herself from him in 2002, citing it was not healthy to be around him.
However, James, a born-again Christian in 2009, started mending his relationship with their father and encouraged Angelina to do the same.
With additional encouragement from her then-husband Brad Pitt, Angelina eventually reconciled with Jon Voight.
The Infamous Kiss
In 2000, after winning an Oscar for “Girl, Interrupted,” Angelina sparked a media frenzy by declaring her love for James and kissing him.
She later clarified that it was a sign of their deep bond, while James explained it was just a congratulatory peck.
Family friend Cis Rundle revealed that the kiss followed a day spent at the hospital where their mother was treated for cancer, adding a deeper, more poignant context to the public display.
A Changing Relationship
After Angelina’s 2016 divorce from Brad Pitt, James moved into her Malibu home to help care for her children, even as a full-time nanny.
Reports indicated he was heavily involved in the children’s lives, often seen taking them on outings and helping around the house.
However, in recent years, their relationship seems to have changed. Sources told the Daily Mail in January 2021 that Angelina and James had drifted apart without clear reasons.
Another insider suggested that Angelina’s treatment of James while he was helping with her children may have strained their relationship, leading to his departure from the role.
James Haven’s Current Life
James largely stepped out of the public eye after his falling out with Angelina. He resurfaced in January 2021, living with his long-term girlfriend, Ashley Reign, in a modest neighborhood.
Despite their past closeness, it’s unclear what the future holds for Angelina Jolie and her brother, James Haven.
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