Angelina Jolie appears to be laying the groundwork for a major lifestyle shift, with the Hollywood star reportedly preparing to step away from permanent life in the United States. The actress, filmmaker and humanitarian is said to be prioritising privacy and personal peace as she considers new homes abroad, signalling the end of a long chapter rooted in Los Angeles.
According to sources close to the actress, Jolie is in the process of selling her sprawling Los Feliz property, a historic estate valued at about R460 million. The home, named after legendary director Cecil B. DeMille, has been Jolie’s base since 2017 and was carefully restored under her ownership. The property includes a main mansion, landscaped gardens, a swimming pool and a private studio, offering both grandeur and seclusion — though apparently not enough distance from Hollywood’s glare.
Friends of the Oscar-winning star suggest the move is driven by a desire to escape constant scrutiny. Jolie has reportedly grown weary of the lingering attention surrounding her personal life, particularly the highly publicised and lengthy divorce from fellow actor Brad Pitt. While the legal divorce was finalised at the end of 2024, disputes remain over their French winery, Chateau Miraval, keeping the former couple linked in the public eye.
Jolie has been open about her intention to leave Los Angeles once circumstances allowed. For years, she remained in the city largely for the sake of her children, ensuring proximity to their father. Now, with her youngest twins approaching adulthood, that obligation is coming to an end. When Vivienne and Knox turn 18 in July, Jolie will no longer be legally tied to residing in the US.
The actress has previously stated that Los Angeles was never meant to be a permanent home. In past interviews, she explained that living in the city was a practical decision rather than an emotional one. Her long-term vision has always leaned towards a more international life, one shaped by culture, humanitarian work and creative freedom rather than celebrity convenience.
Looking ahead, Jolie is expected to divide her time between several global locations. New York remains on the list, largely due to Atelier Jolie, her fashion and creative workshop focused on artisans and sustainability. Europe is also a strong contender, with France believed to be among the countries she is considering, given both personal history and professional ties.
Cambodia, however, appears to hold a particularly special place in Jolie’s plans. She has owned a home there since the early 2000s and has maintained deep personal and humanitarian connections to the country. Cambodia is also where she adopted her eldest son, Maddox, and where she has spent years supporting conservation, education and refugee causes.
Sources indicate Jolie is also open to spending extended periods in parts of Africa, reflecting her long-standing advocacy work on the continent. Friends say these locations offer her a sense of belonging and grounding that she has struggled to find in Hollywood.
As she prepares for this transition, Jolie is said to be focused on projects that align closely with her values rather than chasing commercial success. Those close to her describe a woman ready to slow the pace, choose meaningful work and embrace a life less dominated by paparazzi lenses.
For Jolie, this move is less about leaving America behind and more about reclaiming control over how and where she lives. With 2026 approaching and new freedom on the horizon, the actress appears poised for a quieter, more globally rooted chapter — one that places purpose firmly ahead of postcode.
