Over 20 Years Later, Still Best Friends - Billy Bob Thornton reflects on his enduring bond with Angelina Jolie
Billy Bob Thornton has spoken warmly about his ex-wife Angelina Jolie, more than two decades after their divorce. The actor described their time together as one of the happiest periods of his life. Despite the years apart, the two remain close friends.
Thornton and Jolie were married from 2000 to 2003. Their relationship drew intense media attention, with fans and tabloids fixating on their unconventional romance. One of the most talked-about moments involved the couple wearing vials of each other’s blood as necklaces—a gesture they saw as deeply personal but which the public widely misunderstood.
Their split was not marked by bitter disputes. Instead, Thornton has explained that they simply led different lives. Jolie, too, has spoken fondly of him over the years, saying she still loves and respects him.
Since then, Thornton has moved on. He has been married to Connie Angland for 12 years, and the couple has a daughter named Bella. In total, Thornton has four children from previous relationships. Despite the passage of time, his bond with Jolie remains strong, proving that some connections endure long after a marriage ends.
Thornton’s reflections highlight a rare case of lasting friendship after divorce. Both he and Jolie have continued their lives separately but with mutual respect. Their story stands out in an industry often defined by public breakups and feuds.
