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“It's getting harder to make decisions to work for the sake of working. Like everybody, I'm trying to find things that are extremely challenging or mean something to me deeply. Sometimes something like The Tourist comes up and it's just fun, but it's not as easy to find projects that I have to do. I have to be home and I have to do other things, but I don't have to work as much.”

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Angelina Jolie, born on June 4, 1975, is a renowned actress, director, and humanitarian. She is celebrated for her exceptional performances in the film industry and has won an Academy Award for Best Actress. Beyond her acting career, Jolie is actively involved in charitable work, particularly in the areas of refugee and children's rights. more

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