Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie expressed deep concern about the current state of her country, stating that although she loves it, she does not recognize it during these challenging times.
Speaking at a press conference at the San Sebastian Film Festival on Sunday, the Los Angeles-born star, aged 50, addressed the issue of freedom of expression in the United States. Her comments come amid heightened tensions following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, as well as the controversy surrounding the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night talk show over his remarks about reactions to Kirk’s death.
“I love my country but I don’t, at this time, recognize my country,” Jolie said. “I’ve always lived internationally. My family’s international, my friends, my life, my worldview is equal, united, international. So anything anywhere that divides or, of course, limits personal expressions and freedoms, and from anyone, I think is very dangerous.”
She continued, “And I think these are such serious times that we have to be careful not to say things casually. So I’ll be careful during a press conference, but to say that, of course, like all of you and everyone watching, these are very, very heavy times. We’re all living it together.”
Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and ally of former US President Donald Trump, was recently assassinated. Trump has blamed the radical left for the killing and has threatened to take action against liberal organizations, donors, and media outlets he perceives as maligning or celebrating the incident. In response, ABC made the decision to pull “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” from its schedule, sparking widespread criticism from several Hollywood stars, including Ben Stiller and Jamie Lee Curtis.
Angelina Jolie attended the festival’s press conference to discuss her new film, *Couture*. The movie centers on three women, including Jolie’s character Maxine, who travels to Paris to direct a video for a fashion event and receives a serious medical diagnosis.
As the nation grapples with political divisions and ongoing debates about free speech, Jolie’s remarks emphasize the importance of unity and protecting personal freedoms during these turbulent times.
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