Angelina Jolie, renowned for her acclaimed acting career and humanitarian work, recently shared unexpecteddetails about her alternative career interests during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. While Jolie has garnered accolades including Oscars, Golden Globes, and more, her first career choice wasn’t acting—it was funeral directing.
Reflecting on her unique interest, Jolie explained that her passion stemmed from a personal experience. “My grandfather passed away, and I remember thinking, ‘This isn’t how it should be. It should be a celebration of life,’” she said. Jolie felt that her comfort with the concept of death could lead her to transform the funeral experience into something more meaningful. She joked, “It’s my fallback career.”
The 49-year-old star also addressed rumors about other potential career paths. Jolie confirmed that she became a licensed pilot in 2004 and even revealed that her son Maddox has followed in her aviation footsteps. However, she humorously dismissed claims about dabbling in stand-up comedy, saying, “That is a no… What you do terrifies me,” gesturing to Fallon.
Currently, Jolie is stepping into uncharted territory once again, portraying opera legend Maria Callas in the upcoming biopic Maria. She candidly admitted that learning to sing for the role was daunting. “I’ve never sung before,” she confessed. To lighten the mood on set, she initially considered gifting the crew earplugs, but ultimately embraced the challenge head-on.
Jolie continues to surprise audiences, proving that her talents extend far beyond the silver screen.
Source: Swifteradio.com
