Billy Bob and Angelina: A Love Story Beyond the Blood Vials
A Short but Intense Marriage
Billy Bob Thornton and Angelina Jolie's marriage was anything but ordinary. They tied the knot in 2000 and split in 2003. Their relationship was marked by unique gestures, including wearing lockets with drops of each other's blood.
A "Pretty Weird" Time
Thornton recently described their romance as a "pretty weird" time. Both actors, their fame added to the strangeness. They couldn't go anywhere without attracting attention.
Meeting and Marriage
Thornton and Jolie met while working on a movie in 1999. They eloped to Las Vegas a year later. Thornton was more famous at the time, but Jolie's star was on the rise. Their marriage was short-lived, ending in 2003.
Growing Apart
Jolie attributed their split to growing apart due to constant work. She admitted it took her a while to figure out who she was.
The Blood Vials
The blood vials were a significant media talking point. Thornton defended it as a romantic gesture, comparing it to keeping a lock of hair. He insisted they were pretty normal, enjoying each other's company and ordering food often.
Life After the Marriage
Thornton has been married six times. His current marriage to Connie Angland is his longest, lasting 23 years. They have a daughter together. Jolie married Brad Pitt in 2005, and they have six kids together. Their marriage ended in 2019.
