After finalizing her long and contentious divorce settlement with Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie is once again sparking speculation about her next chapter. The Oscar-winning actor, who has often expressed her disillusionment with Los Angeles and Hollywood’s culture, may finally be preparing to make a drastic move.
With her legal ties to Pitt settled after nearly a decade of disputes, Jolie’s plans for a life outside the US appear closer than ever.
Angelina Jolie’s History With Hollywood and Her Struggles in LA
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Angelina Jolie has spent her life in the heart of Hollywood but has never felt truly at home there. In a 2023 interview with the Wall Street Journal, she described the city as “shallow” and “not a healthy place,” adding that she had never bought into Hollywood’s sense of importance or glamour.
“I grew up in quite a shallow place,” she explained. “Of all the places in the world, Hollywood is not a healthy place. So you seek authenticity.”
For years, Jolie has hinted at a desire to leave LA permanently. However, her separation from Brad Pitt in 2016, followed by an eight-year legal battle involving custody of their six children, kept her tied to California. Jolie herself admitted she “lost the ability to live and travel as freely” while the divorce dragged on in court.
A Fresh Start After Divorce Settlement
In December 2024, Jolie and Pitt finally reached a divorce settlement, officially ending one of Hollywood’s most drawn-out breakups. The couple, who were together for over a decade and married for two years, share six children: Maddox (24), Pax (21), Zahara (20), Shiloh (19), and twins Knox and Vivienne (17). The lengthy custody disputes had forced Jolie to remain in Los Angeles against her wishes.
Now, with the legal battle behind her, Jolie is reportedly taking steps to leave Hollywood behind for good. According to People, she is preparing to list her Los Angeles home and has already begun considering international destinations for her relocation. A source told the outlet that Jolie “never wanted to live in LA full time,” but had no choice until the custody matters were resolved.
Insiders also suggest that Jolie may wait until her youngest children, Knox and Vivienne, turn 18 before making her official move abroad. Once they reach adulthood, Jolie will no longer be bound by custody arrangements, giving her full freedom to live wherever she chooses.
What’s Next for Angelina Jolie
While Jolie has not publicly confirmed her plans, sources claim she has been “eyeing several locations abroad.” She has long been drawn to Europe, where she has spent extended periods with her children, and has previously spoken about feeling more grounded outside of Los Angeles.
Professionally, Jolie remains active in both film and humanitarian work. Alongside her acting career, she has continued her advocacy through the United Nations and her own charitable initiatives. Relocating abroad may allow her to focus more deeply on these passions while stepping away from Hollywood’s glare.
Her recent reflections also point to a desire for authenticity and personal peace. “Being in a relationship doesn’t define me,” Jolie explained in a past interview. “I can’t be looking for happiness in other people. I have to have happiness within myself.”
For now, fans are watching closely as Jolie moves into this new stage of life — one that may finally take her far away from the city where she grew up but never truly belonged.