5 Times Angelina Jolie Dressed For Revenge

Since becoming a breakout star in the mid-'90s, Angelina Jolie has been linked to many famous faces, and unfortunately, that's come with a lot of breakups. Some of Jolie's high-profile romances include her failed marriages with "Hackers" co-star Jonny Lee Miller, "Sling Blade" star Billy Bob Thornton, and, of course, "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" co-star Brad Pitt. While not all of her breakups were contentious, Jolie's divorce from Pitt dragged on for years before finally being settled in December 2024. 

After reclaiming her status as a single woman, the mom of six hinted at her embattled divorce while speaking with Times Radio about her role as Maria Callas in Netflix's titular film, saying, "You're an artist, and you go through different things in life, and you wonder if certain parts of you have shut down, or who you are, or what you have inside of you, and if your light's dimmed ... and what a gift as an artist, to be pushed again at this time in my life, to do something that terrified me and I wasn't sure I could do is the greatest gift." While Jolie's statement was heartbreaking, she definitely proved that she still shines bright when she stepped out at the "Maria" premiere, though that was only one of many times that the thrice-divorced actor has dressed for revenge.

"Maria" was released on Netflix the same month — December 2024 — that Angelina Jolie's divorce was finalized, and she made sure to wow at its official premiere at the Venice Film Festival a few months earlier in August, undoubtedly knowing that her divorce process was nearing its end. The "Eternals" actor wore a nude-colored, bespoke Tamara Ralph gown that draped over her legs. Perched around Jolie's shoulders was a glamorous fur wrap that had her looking every bit the movie star she is. Single Angelina never looked so good.

When it comes to showing up on the red carpet, no one does it better than Angelina Jolie, whose revenge dress at the 2025 Golden Globes got the final word against Brad Pitt mere days after their divorce was finalized. The "Alexander" actor showed up in a glittery, silver McQueen gown with sheer, peekaboo detailing throughout the bodice. The dress ended in strands around Jolie's ankles that gave the otherwise elegant frock an edgy feel. Plus, instead of a beau, she brought along her daughter Zahara for a sweet girls' night out. Revenge never felt so sweet.

After Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt in September 2016, she dazzled in a silver dress at the 2017 Hollywood Film Awards. While the dress didn't flaunt her curves, its satin material and robe-like fit gave the "Maleficent" star an Old Hollywood look that she accented with bright-red lips. This subtle glam look proved Jolie has some of the best style secrets we can all learn from.

Angelina Jolie's 2015 film "By the Sea," which also features then-husband Brad Pitt, was a box-office flop, but she made sure to step out like a star for its premiere in a white bedazzled and strapless dress. The tulip silhouette cinched at the waist and showed off Jolie's curves, giving sex appeal while still looking classy. The gown had enough bling that the actor was able to pull off the look without any jewelry other than a pair of diamond earrings. Critics may have later panned the film, but they sure couldn't slam Jolie's gorgeous premiere dress.

Angelina Jolie's relationship with Billy Bob Thornton was widely talked about, and while they were together, they couldn't keep their hands off of each other. The two eloped in 2000, but their marriage was short-lived, leading them to divorce in 2003. According to Thornton, who spoke to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, their relationship ended due to their "different lifestyles," and they still have love for each other. However, that didn't prevent Jolie from showing off her killer bod at the "Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life" premiere in a deep V-cut black dress three months after their split. We're sure the "Armageddon" actor felt more than a twinge of regret after seeing his ex look like a bombshell.

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