Angelina Jolie Celebrates Award Recognition with Daughter Zahara
Recently, Angelina Jolie took a moment to revel in her achievements at the Palm Springs International Film Awards, attended alongside her daughter, Zahara Jolie-Pitt. The event took place on January 3 at the Palm Springs Convention Center and marked a special honor for the actress.
In November, it was publicly announced that Jolie would receive the Desert Palm Achievement Award for her remarkable role as the legendary opera singer Maria Callas in Netflix’s biopic titled Maria. Notably, Jacqueline Bisset, who is also Jolie’s godmother, graced the red carpet to present this prestigious award to her.
Honoring an Iconic Performance
Festival Chairman Nachhattar Singh Chandi expressed his admiration for Jolie’s performance: “In Maria, we witness Angelina Jolie take on a role that defines her career. She successfully embodies Maria Callas—a figure whose artistic journey was as enthralling as her music.” He further added how thrilled they were to recognize Jolie’s mesmerizing portrayal of such an influential yet tragic personality through this award.
A Fashionable Appearance
To mark this celebration of achievement, Angelina dazzled onlookers in an elegant black halter gown made from silk that flowed beautifully around her frame. Standing proudly beside her mother was 19-year-old Zahara and both ladies showcased their unique styles on the red carpet.
Zahara chose a fashionable white A-line gown adorned with lace details—contrasting perfectly with Jolie’s darker ensemble. Her hair was slicked back neatly while she opted for light makeup that emphasized youthful elegance.
Just prior to attending this prominent awards ceremony, fans spotted Jolie earlier that day sporting an all-white suit paired with nude heels—highlighting her sophisticated fashion sense during festival events.
New Beginnings Post-Divorce Settlement
This occasion marks a significant milestone in Jolie’s life since she and Brad Pitt reached an agreement regarding their divorce proceedings. Alongside Zahara, they share five other children: Maddox (23), Pax (21), Shiloh (18), and twins Knox and Vivienne (16).
A source close to the actress mentioned to PEOPLE back in July that she has been feeling joyful and fulfilled lately. “Her focus lies primarily on raising her kids and engaging in professional projects she’s truly passionate about,” they shared.
The film Maria can currently be streamed on Netflix; moreover, it has also garnered attention by earning a nomination at this year’s Golden Globe Awards scheduled for January 5th.
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