OlderAngelina Jolie's Mom Dies at 56
Marcheline Bertrand, French actress and mother of Angelina Jolie, died of ovarian cancer in Los Angeles yesterday afternoon at Cedars-Sinai Medical Centre after a 7.5 yearlong battle with cancer. (Age 56 as reported by IMDB.) Brad Pitt, Angie, and her older brother, James Haven, were at the hospital yesterday at the time Bertrand passed away.
Bertrand raised Angie and James after divorcing their father, Jon Voight (Angie was just a toddler at the time).
Our prayers and best wishes to the Pitt and Jolie family. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Women’s Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai.
Pictured: Angelina Jolie, with her mother Marcheline Bertrand, at her film premiere of Original Sin in Los Angeles on July 31, 2001. Angelina Jolie and her mom at LAX airport on August 4, 1998. Angelina Jolie outside the “National Art and Hobby” this past Friday.
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I am sorry to hear the news. Losing a parent is like 40 needles hitting into your heart at the same time. In time each heals, except the last one. That last one never heals, leaves its mark for your lifetime and hurts most when you find yourself reaching to the phone to tell your parent a good news.
may heavens be Ms. Bertrand’s new residence.
So Sorry for Angie and her family’s loss :(
RIP Marcheline. My prayers to Ange & James.
OMG that’s so sad. All my condolences to her and her family!!!!
All my condolences to Angelina and her family, my thought and preyers are with them.
She looks so much like her mother in that pic. My prayers go out to Angie’s WHOLE family!
RIP Marchaline!
I am so sorry to hear. God bless Angie.
OMG!!I feel soo sorry for Angie and her brother. My condolences to her and her family!
As genuinely sad as I am at this time, I’m also comforted in the belief that Marcheline was blessed to see Angelina battle her demons and claim victory over them. There’s a part of me that’s convinced Marcheline finally let go knowing her daughter had found purpose and peace and was going to be alright.
God bless them all
jpf
My thoughts and prayers go out to Angelina Jolie, her brother and other family members. May God be with her in her time of need. May she be surrounded with the love of Brad Pitt, her children and friends during this difficult time. Angelina Jolie is a good and strong woman and has seen the best and worst of mankind during her UN Work. She has grown to be a strong and caring woman. May God bless Angelina with the love and memory of her devoted mother. Rest in peace Marcheline Bertrand.
From the previous thread.
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TskTsk Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:26 pm
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think positive! Says:
Do you know how I can donate to the medical center of cancer?? I don’t live in the US and I don’t know how this can be done. Any info is welcomed.
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Here is the link for donations to Cedar’s Sinai.
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
I got the link from the news article about Marcheline’s death.
http://www.wtov9.com/entertainment/10865044/detail.html
I hope this helps
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Thank you very much TskTsk!!
God, I am so sad to hear this. I’ve read so many interviews, and she has always spoke so highly of her mother, I can only imagine the hurt and the heartbreak that she is feeling.
I am sorry to hear the sad news. My prayers are with the family. God bless.
My condolances to AJ and her family. I pray God gives them the fortitude to get through this.
I hope some people will have enough sense to respect what this thread stands for.
My thoughts and prayers go out Angelina, James and their family.
This was posted in the Brad Pitt thread, and I am bringing it over for those who would like to donate:
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TskTsk Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:29 pm
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think positive! Says:
Do you know how I can donate to the medical center of cancer?? I don’t live in the US and I don’t know how this can be done. Any info is welcomed.
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Here is the link for donations to Cedar’s Sinai.
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
I got the link from the news article about Marcheline’s death.
I hope this helps.
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I would like to suggest that for those interested in donating, to maybe make it clear that it is being donated in MARCHELINE BERTRAND’S name, so that at least Angelina and Brad would know that there are a lot of us who are thinking of her and her mother.
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January 28th, 2007 at 4:44 pm
As genuinely sad as I am at this time, I’m also comforted in the belief that Marcheline was blessed to see Angelina battle her demons and claim victory over them. There’s a part of me that’s convinced Marcheline finally let go knowing her daughter had found purpose and peace and was going to be alright.
God bless them all
jpf
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I TRULY BELIEVE TOO!!
poor angie! her babies will miss out on their grandmom! the family must be so devistated… i will pray for them!
God, I am so sad to hear this.
My condolences to her and her family!
My heart goes to Angie and her family.
Briseas, Jared also put the link in his announcement.
*bringing my posts from the other threads*
God bless Angie Brad James and the kids. Marcheline may rest in peace.
I’m so glad that she was able to be with her grandkids although it was for a while. I’m sure that she left this world happy and fulfilled with her daughter’s happiness.
I just hope this time they will eventually give them the privacy they should have in this difficult time in their life.
Angie has been through a lot of pain herself and she have experienced the suffering of other people who lost their families and they are disadvantaged and they are struggling to survive with her own eyes. She knows how it is. Also Brad’s and James’s love and the love for her children will be a great help during these moments of sorrow. I’m positive that she will eventually rise above it like she is doing with every bad turn in her life. Her mother will always have a special place in her heart and she will never be forgotten. She will always live in her memory.
More power and love to them all!!
Oh, I am sooo sad to hear this news. Angelina was just so close to her mother. Marcheline put up a long tough fight. My prayers go out to all the family. Cancer is just so stealth like, you can be seemingly OK and recovering one day and dead the next day. RIP Marcheline.
I was shocked to read that Marcheline had died.My heart goes out to Angelina and her family.May God bless Angelina’s whole family.
Thanks Jared for the new thread, very much appreciated.
OMG I am so sorry to hear about Angie’s mom. Oh this is so sad. My heart goes out to Angie and our family, may God give her and her family the strength to go get through this difficult time. May God Bless Mercheline’s soul and take her into his arms as she entered into heaven. RIP Mercheline. My prayers and thoughts goes out to Angie and her family
http://img184.imageshack.us/my.php?image=joliemomanddad1awj5.jpg
a beautiful pic.
Angelina Jolie’s mother dies of cancer
LOS ANGELES – Marcheline Bertrand, actress and mother of Angelina Jolie, has died of cancer, her daughter said Sunday.
Bertrand died Saturday afternoon at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Jolie said in a news release. No age was provided.
Jolie, her older brother, James Haven, and her boyfriend, Brad Pitt, were at the hospital Saturday, according to the news release.
Bertrand, who had small roles in the movies “Lookin’ to Get Out” in 1982 and “The Man Who Loved Women” in 1983, raised Jolie and her brother after divorcing their father, Oscar-winning actor Jon Voight, when Jolie was a toddler.
A private funeral was planned.
In lieu of flowers, the family asked that donations be made to the Women’s Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai.
http://www.csms.edu/2044.html
Condolence to Angie, Brad, Maddox, Zahara, Shiloh and James. May God give them comfort and strength in this time of sorrow. May Marcheline’s soul rest in peace
I cannot imagine the pain of losing a mother, mine has been around for the longest time until i dont even remember how old is she now. God Bless Angie and her family, hope they can get through this. I’m sorry Shiloh and Zahara probably won’t be able to remember their maternal grandmother, Hopefully Maddox would be able to remember the time he spent with Marcheline.
Rest in peace Marcheline, your family loved you very much.
My condolences to the family.
It is never easy to lose a loved one! my condolences and deepest thoughts of sympathy be with them and family!
All my support and prayers for angie and her family..
REPOSTING!!
Here is the link for donations to Cedar’s Sinai.
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
I would like to suggest that for those interested in donating, to maybe make it clear that it is being donated in MARCHELINE BERTRAND’S name, so that at least Angelina and Brad would know that there are a lot of us who are thinking of her and her mother.
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Many thanks >> TskTsk, think positive and briseis!!!
Thanks TskTsk for the link to donate to the Women’s Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai.
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briseis Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:49 pm
I would like to suggest that for those interested in donating, to maybe make it clear that it is being donated in MARCHELINE BERTRAND’S name, so that at least Angelina and Brad would know that there are a lot of us who are thinking of her and her mother.
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I totally agree with your suggestion briseis
My heart broke when I heard The News
My wishes go to Jolie family
Angie:
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. Hope you’ll find strength and peace in your special memories.
****, that’s scary. My mum’s 55 in April.
I pray that Marcheline is in peace in heaven now.
God, help our Angie and her family.
My condolences to Angie and Brad.
The only good thing I can see in this situation is that she has Brad and her babies to help her through this. I am not sure of her relationship with Brad’s family, but I am sure they with circle her and help her through this.
I am so sad for her, it’s like I lost my own mother.
I watched the E news hosted by Ryan Seacrest last night(Sat) and his last comments were something like…it’s SAG Sunday night, time to talk to celebrities and he added about asking them what they had for breakfast..and the stupid Guiliana added a little smirk(like..hint hint)..Oh…THOSE TWO ARE JUST VILE and THEY SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF THEMSELVES ESP. WHILE THEY WERE TALKING AND SMIRKING, ANGIE AND HER FAMILY WERE DEALING WITH THEIR MOM’S DEATH..SHAME ON THEM. I think Ryan/Guiliana are fakes and both just wants to ride on other people’s popularity bandwagons. I won’t watch E news ever. Maybe I’ll watch the 30 minutes segment that follows that since those girls there are more tolerable.
My deepest sympathy to Angie and family.
My heart is breaking for Angie.
Angie, James, Brad and the children are in my thoughts and prayers.
My Condolences to Angie, James and all their love ones.
God Bless
http://www.souliejolie.com/forum/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=30178
I am still thinking about Marcheline’s death. Yup, cancer is very unpredictable sometimes. My Dad suffered 4 years of cancer & there are times he was so uplifted you think he is not suffering from any ailment then suddenly he succumb. Now we know why…he stayed there long enough because he is waiting for my sister & his grandchildren to arrive here in Canada. After their arrival he got so much energy & after a month he died. I think Marcheline waited 7 years so she can guide Angie to a better future. Now she knows our Angie is in good hands of Brad & happy & after seeing the kids she finally realize her fight to see the betterment of her children is finally here so it’s time for her to go. Such a strong & loving mother. My thoughts & prayers to Ange & james.
Lmaoo. I knew [E] would mention it. And will be talking about it throughout the whole [Live From The red Carpet]
To show respect to Marcheline on this day, please do not respond to any negative post. Please.
To show respect to Marcheline on this day, please do not respond to any negative post. Please.
When I read that she was just 56, the saddest memory of my life hit me again, I lost my father to cancer and he was only 53. He fought it for 6 years.
I can imagine what she and her brother are going through right now; it doesn’t matter how old you are when your parent passes away, you just feel like a little bird with a broken wing. You think that you won’t able to fly again, never high sky because you don’t feel safe enough without a parent.
Rest in peace Marcheline in heaven, rest in peace. I am sure that her two children will cherish the memories of her in the rest of their lives and keep her alive.
Angie has her own children to be hugged by. Nobody can replace a parent but now she is luckily a parent.
I am lost in my thoughts.
God bless them.
Let us that know keep this thread about Angie, her Mother, and family.
My deepest Sympathy to Angie and family and may God Bless her with the strenght to get through this sad moment in her life.
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ntt Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 5:07 pm
To show respect to Marcheline on this day, please do not respond to any negative post. Please.
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I second that ntt
This sucks. Now i wont be able to see them on the red carpet. smhl
I agree. Lets let Jared handle the haters .
Thought I’d post what Marcheline said when Shiloh was born.
“My heart is overflowing with joy with the new arrival of Brad and Angelina’s third child,” Bertrand tells PEOPLE., “Maddox, Zahara and Shiloh are deeply loved children. They have very kind and caring parents who love and support each other in every way.”
June 19, 2006 PEOPLE (pg 76)
jpf
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ntt Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 5:07 pm
To show respect to Marcheline on this day, please do not respond to any negative post. Please.
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I wholeheartedly agree. Let us not respond to the vile, evil, deranged posters and their negativity, let us just think and post about Angie, her kids, Brad, James and the dear departed Marcheline. Let us be above all the vileness of people on this sad sad day!
ITA agree ntt.
As a matter of fact, I believe good things are just around the corner for those posting positive commentary.
What Happened to my post?
first and last post Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 5:08 pm
For those who wish to make a tribute and contribution to the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Womens Cancer Research Institute…
You can make a secured online contribution at the following website
https://www.csmc.edu/309.html…just follow the instructions on the website. There is a donation form you can download as well.
or write:
Community Relations
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
8700 Beverly Blvd., Room 2416
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Phone: (310) 423-3661
Fax: (310) 423-0100
re-posting
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I wish to express my deepest condolences and sadness at the passing of Marcheline. I salute her for being a great parent and a hero to Angie and James.
…sending my prayers to the family at this complicated time.
RIP Marcheline.
My condolences to the Jolie- Pitt family and to James. This is so sad. It is hard to loose someone you loved dearly. RIP Marcheline.
I hope posters heed Alexanderina’s & tabitha’s suggestions, and if I may add one of my own, could the names of those who don’t factor into this sad turn of events also be left at the door of this thread, and I think it can be clearly figured out who I’m speaking of. This is only a request/suggestion.
jpf
my heart goes to angelina and her family.am just glad that she’s got brad to help her to get through this saddest phase of her aj’s life.and to those haters that will leave any vile messages in this thread,may all your souls rotten in hell
My condolences to Angelina and James, very sad news.
I am soo shocked and saddened to hear this news. I feel so horrible for Angie and her brother, James. I know Angelina was so close to her mother, and I don’t even want to imagine what she is going through right now. My best wishes to her and her family. I hope she gets through this very difficult time knowing that her mom will always be with her in her heart. Stay strong for the kids, Angie!! You have a wonderful family who loves and supports you, and with them you’ll get through this!
~~Again, best wishes to Angie, James, and their whole family~~ :(
I am all for ignoring the Haters today. Let’s take it a step further though and ignore them ALWAYS! If we don’t respond, which is what they(actually it is the Chin) want, then they(Chin) will eventually give up.
Condolences to Angelina & James. My prayers to you & your family. I am so sad right now.
It’s saddest news ever to hear since I became to one of Angelina’s fans. Hope God give Angie strength to get through the toughest time of her life. I can’t imagine loosing a parent when the children of mine are still young. Hope Brad give her strongest support. I believe that’ll make them even stronger and bond them tighter. Wish the press can leave the family alone this time around.
Angie, Brad, James, Maddox, Zee, Shiloh, you have my deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow. May God be with you at this time and comfort you. Just know that your fans are thinking of you at this time.
I am saddened by this news, I know that it is never easy to deal with the loss of a loved one, no matter how much advance warning you may have. I am glad Angie has such a wonderful support in Brad. He will surround her with his love and help her through it. I am glad he and the children are in her life. This is another life even that will draw them closer together.
Angelina, May God be with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
God bless.
I am all for ignoring the Haters today. Let’s take it a step further though and ignore them ALWAYS! If we don’t respond, which is what they(actually it is the Chin) want, then they(Chin) will eventually give up
Angie, Brad, James, Maddox, Zee, Shiloh, you have my deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow. May God be with you at this time and comfort you. Just know that your fans are thinking of you at this time. RIP Marcheline Bertrand.
I heard about Marcheline, sadly on E. Very tactful, Dipandi…
To say the least, my sympathies for Angelina and James Haven.
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR THE NEWS OF ANGE’S MOM PASSING. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE JOLIE-PITT FAMILY. THANK GOD ANGE IS NOT ALONE THROUGHOUT ALL OF THIS.
Her mother was gorgeous! I always thought Angie looked more like her dad, but I guess I was wrong.
So sad to hear the news. God bless Angie and James at this time.
Thankfulyy Angie and James have the Family She and Brad created
to help them through this sad time. God bless Marcheline.
I heard about Marcheline, sadly on E. Very tactful, Dipandi…
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What do you mean?
So sorry to hear this sad news. My prayers are with Angelina, James and family. May your soul rest in peace Marcheline.
Suise time for you to stop posting – show respect please.
From People’s website.
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20010082,00.html
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What in the world are you talking about? I ALWAYS show respect for Angelina and her family.
so sad. may her soul rest in peace.
I’m so sad for her, her mom was her rock. I heart goes out to her and family.
My condolences to Angelina and her family.
RIP Marcheline. You have done a great job guiding Angelina and your love will never be forgotten.
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ntt Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 5:31 pm
From People’s website.
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20010082,00.html
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Thanks ntt, they look so much alike. I am still in shock, so sad
Tosusie, you’ve made a mistake, Susie is a BAMZSfan.
I’m still in shock. Cancer is a beast, one of my friends died in cancer recently, and for a long time it seemed that she was getting better. She died so suddenly.
I hope Ryan Seacrest and the other idiots in the entertainment media feel ashamed. If they are capable of it.
I believe that the people who do hate the Jolie-Pitts will not celebrate the death of a parent.
No, I don’t think that they would do that! Not that!
My condolences to Angelina and her family. Since I’ve recently lost my mother from cancer and since I was close to her too & tried my best to please her, I believe I can say that Angelina has done ALL things possible (and even more) to make her mother proud of her and leave this world in peace. Angelina has to make sure she will continue to live up to the standards her mother (and surely herself too) wished for her, providing she keeps being happy. Only that way B. will remain alive.
p.s. eat a little…you’ll still look fine!
I have been visiting this site for the last several weeks and I have found it very entertaining. I have grown into a big fan of both Angelina and Brad. I respect them for what they stand for and for the fact that they act on their convictions and do not just play the media game. I am posting today because I want to join with all decent people who wish Angelina strenght and peace in this her time of loss. I am thankful that she is with Brad and has her own family who I am sure will help to sustain her. I believe that God puts us in certain situations to prepare us for what will come. I agree with a previous poster who feels that Angelina’s experience with the UN will assist her in getting through this difficult time.
kiki, thank you . I still have no idea what post was misinterpreted.
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Original jpf Says: January 28th, 2007 at 5:18 pm
ITA jpf
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kiki Says:
My condolences to you and everyone else who has lost a loved one to cancer.
My mother’s friend, whom I knew well, also recently died from the illness :(
Ya know, I think all the BAMZS fans wanted a new thread, but I’d rather not have one than have one like this :(
I really feel for Angie and Jame for what they must be going through now, as I am remebering the most awful time when I lost my dearest, precious mum.
Original jpf….thank you for posting that comment from Marcheline re Shiloh’s birth. That was so beautiful.
I cannot help tearing up over this heartbreaking news, although I’m sure Marcheline must have been at peace to know that her daughter was in a loving relationship, and was able to be at her side at the end. My thoughts and prayers surround them.
Keep the love comming BAMZSers!! Ingore the hate completely.
Lets all show our deepest support for this family that needs it more than any time before. And lets make lots of donations to the hospital.
May all our strength love and campassion will pass to them!!
God bless them!!
My condolences to Angie and her entire family. It’s very sad. I’m glad that she has Brad and James there to help her through her grief.
Going through this will definitely strengthen Angie and Brad’s bond…Prayers for their families.
Thanks Lily. I think many of us has a relative or a friend whom we lost to cancer. This is one of the worst diseases. It must be some belated shock, I’m crying now.
Oh, I am so saddened by this news. I was so hoping that Marcheline would beat the it. This is just so sad. My heart and prayers are with Angie, James, Brad and the children, and all those who loved Marcheline.
Oh, Angie.
It is hard to comprehend such a loss, especially when you’ve had such a cohesive relationship. I, too, lost my mother when she was just 55. To date, it has been and probably will always be, my life’s biggest loss.
With your strength of character and love for the world, the world mourns with you. May you find peace and strength in the love that you have for your children, in your loving and supportive partner, and in your brother James.
Here’s to celebrating your life, Marcheline, and your contribution to this world in the form of your children. Rest in peace.
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January 28th, 2007 at 5:27 pm
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I’m not going to get into it because 1) it’s not the right time 2) possibly, I may have projected something into it that was completely off-base and 3) I realize that I may have tracked b^ll$h*t onto this thread.
I am truly sorry for that.
I have to say that when I heard about Marcheline, my stomach throbbed. It brought back my father’s death from cancer, twelve years ago on February 7th. Despite my living with my mom during my childhood, I felt more for my dad. I’m a daddy’s girl, through and through.
Bless BAMZS. Bless James. Bless all Marcheline Bertrand friends and family.
I am so sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to Angie and her family.
I know what she must be feeling right now.
My deepest condolences to Angelina, James, Brad, Maddox, Zarahar and Shiloh. Thoughts and prayers are with them all during this difficult time.
On a brighter note, Marcheline can rest in peace having seen that her beloved daughter, Angie has grown into a wonderful mother. She got to know Brad in the last two years and has every faith that he is a good and strong partner for her daughter and a terrific dad to her grandchildren.
I sincerely hope that the tabloids and other medias have the common decency to let this family mourn in peace! God bless them all!
I’m still in shock, I honestly don’t know what to say. I’m glad AJ has BP….he is now her rock.
I support the idea that we ignore the crazy posts.
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briseis Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:49 pm
This was posted in the Brad Pitt thread, and I am bringing it over for those who would like to donate:
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TskTsk Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:29 pm
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think positive! Says:
Do you know how I can donate to the medical center of cancer?? I don’t live in the US and I don’t know how this can be done. Any info is welcomed.
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Here is the link for donations to Cedar’s Sinai.
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
I got the link from the news article about Marcheline’s death.
I hope this helps.
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I would like to suggest that for those interested in donating, to maybe make it clear that it is being donated in MARCHELINE BERTRAND’S name, so that at least Angelina and Brad would know that there are a lot of us who are thinking of her and her mother.
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Such a great idea. My thoughts and prayers are with Angelina and her family.
Angelina Jolie
c/o Geyer Kosinski
950 – 955 South Carrillo Drive
Suite 300
Los Angeles, CA 90048
This is an address I found if anyone wants to send a card, if anyone knows if it is not correct, please let me know. Thanks.
My condolences to Marcheline’s entire family. I’m sure Angie and James have wonderful, loving memories of their mom. I’m so glad Marcheline was able to see Angie so happy with Brad and the kids…..Original jpf, thanks for posting Marcheline’s People quote when Shiloh was born.
OMG— I am so sad, I know I posted before. Many thanks for the links to donate in Marchelines honor. I have done that! I am so glad she got to meet Mad, Zee and Shiloh. May she rest in peace, beautiful mother of two and grandmother of three…..
I am telling you haters !!! right now, one word and I will rip you apart and I really mean it ! If you folks are human beings you better be paying your respects….
Ritzygal, thank you, I didn’t expect it from you but obviuously you have a heart too!!! Many thanks!
Original jpf Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:44 pm
As genuinely sad as I am at this time, I’m also comforted in the belief that Marcheline was blessed to see Angelina battle her demons and claim victory over them. There’s a part of me that’s convinced Marcheline finally let go knowing her daughter had found purpose and peace and was going to be alright.
God bless them all
jpf
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I like your thoughts(the above). I am also so happy that she got to see Angie with 3 wonderful children and a wonderful partner(future husband). I am sure she rested in peace with those thoughts. I am so very proud of Angie for making her mother proud. I am sure Angie will also feel the same.
May she rest in peace my heart and thougts go to angelina and his family at this time.God help them thougt this sad time.
I am stunned to hear this news…
Angie was so close to her Mom. God’s dear blessings to you Angie, to Brad, Maddox, Zee, Shiloh and James.
May God’s heart enfold you and hold you tight. May you feel and be comforted by all the Loving coming to you from your Fans and your family as your dear MOM looks on and sees from above, the great beauty of Heart you have created.
And may she rest in Peace in God’s arms and Smile, knowing how truly loved, honored and appreciated you are.
poor Angie and James.
another p.s. – an advise given to me: Let it out and cry. …it works.
~ At a time of loss the love and comfort of family is the best
medicine….thank God that is something Angie has in her life. ~ LOL
that is very sad she loves her mother so much very sad for the family
Angie, and her family will always be in my prayers.
all my prayers go to Angelina and her family
God bless them
my condolences
Cancer is really dreadful i have a cousin(just 4), is going through it right now and it pains me to my deepest bone his pain and tears have been so painful to watch sometimes i actually wish i could share his pain .He is just so little and so lovely i call him my litle wonder, I pray ANGIE will find the strength to hold on and everyone around her would remain strong for her and her brother, i lost my dad when i was nine and although i was not close to him i still miss him a whole lot , my mom i just cannot imagine she is my world.
Rest in peace and as i say earth’s loss is heaven’s gain.Marcheline
I, too, am sorry to hear of Ms. Jolie’s loss. My Mom has ovarian cancer, too, and I’ve become an advocate for the Awareness and Education of Ovarian Cancer. This past September, I lobbied on Capitol Hill for the passing of the Johanna’s Law which will allocate $16.5 million towards such a cause. We, NOCC & OCNA, need people such as Ms. Jolie to jump on board with us and let our VOICES BE HEARD. Ovarian Cancer is a SILENT KILLER. Please don’t allow any more “Moms” to die in vain.
Rest in peace, Ms. Bertrand
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ntt Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 5:31 pm
From People’s website.
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20010082,00.html
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Thanks ntt, they look so much alike. I am still in shock, so sad
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WOW, they do look alike, she has her mother’s strong jaw and beautiful features. RIP Marcheline.
My love goes out to the Jolie_Pitts family in their time of sorrow.
I take comfort into knowing that she will be OK. She has grown so much in the past few years, Brad’s love an her children will carry her in those difficult days ahead.
To James, My condolences to you too.
This is very sad. God Bless Marcheline. My prayers are with Angie and James
at this time. I am Glad that Angie and James have a Family created in love
by Angie and Brad to help them through this sad time. God Bless.
THATS SO SAD!!
MY condolences to Jolie-pitt family.
I’m very shocked.
Thank you, those who gave links for donating money. I am going to donate in Marcheline’s name. Angie needs to know that her fans care.
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African Girl Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 5:49 pm
I’m still in shock, I honestly don’t know what to say. I’m glad AJ has BP….he is now her rock.
I support the idea that we ignore the crazy posts.
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I know AG, same here with me and I don’t know what to say or do. And I am so glad that she have Brad to be there for her and to lean on in this difficult time. He is definitely her rock
R.I.P., Marcheline. Cancer is a teribble thing. My grandmother had it, and it was a painful few years that she struggled with it, so at least now Ms. Bertrand will be free of the pain. She lived long enough to enjoy her three grandchildren, and that’s what matters.
I just also want to add that this must have come on so suddenly, for I recall last week, Weds. perhaps, there was that photo of her smiling in New Orleans picking up Maddox from school.
So suddenly it appears, it turned..
Blessings, blessings, blessings to all.
This is just so sad.
I am so glad Angelina has James, Brad and the kids.
I was so sorry to hear this news. My God Bless and give James, Angie and her family strength and peace during these difficult times. Rest in peace Marchelline, Rest in Peace.
I am sorry to hear this sad news.
May her soul rest in peace.
It is so great to have this board to go to, during these times and to post and to read everyone else’s posts..I too am grateful for all the loving expressed.
Another thought I had, is I recall recently someone interviewing Angie and asking her if she knew how beautiful she was, and her response was something to the effect of, well I look like my mother, so that makes me glad..Something like that.
Does anyone recall this interview? It was recently and possibly an oversees publication.
What a wonderful mom Angie always made Marcheline out to be….thankfully she is out of pain and has passed with the knowledge that her daughter has found happiness and fulfillment at last…perhaps a reconciliation of sorts with Jon Voight will occur, and they can live peacefully. I am no fan of JV, but perhaps now he will meet Zee and Shi and Mad, and broken hearts can be mended all around. May Marcheline’s death bring about healing for the whole family.
Alexanderina….ITA and I am glad as well that Angie has Brad to help her
through this sad time. I know what it is like to loose your mother. I know the pain
she must be feeling.
My heart is broken.Marceline Bertrand was a wonderful mother and a very special lady.May she rest in peace.My heart goes out to Angelina and her family because i know how it feels to lose someone you love.Marceline was only 56,but at least she left knowing that her daughter has found true love and meaning in her life.That must have been a comfort in her last moments.She will be in my prayers tonight.
All of us,Angie’s fans,will always remember her as the woman who raised this wonderful human being,Angelina.
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Rest in Peace Marcheline. You did a wonderful job with raising big hearted kids, even though you did it alone.
The survival of refugees has taught our Angie alot. She has shared their plan, been in awe of their survival, and dedicated to their cause. Because of this, she will get through. Her mama has been sick for a long time and am sure their were aware that it would be soon. In the midst of all of this, Angie has not stopped the kind hearted woman, trying to help others. She loved her mama soooo much, but right now, she is celebrating the woman that her mama was. A wonderful soul indeed coz she bore and raised wonderful kids. May she rest in peace
And this shows me that all we argue and fight about is worthless life changing things are happening everyday, and this should be not only the time to mourn wit
Angie and her family but also a time to say what the hell am i argiuing over life is so short i will make a difference which would last forever, abuses don’t and criticisms surely don’t.
This is so sad, so very sad. She was way too young. I’m sorry for Angie and hope that at least she has the comfort of Brad and her children.
TI Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 6:21 pm
And this shows me that all we argue and fight about is worthless life changing things are happening everyday, and this should be not only the time to mourn wit
Angie and her family but also a time to say what the hell am i argiuing over life is so short i will make a difference which would last forever, abuses don’t and criticisms surely don’t.
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You sure made a good point.
My condolences to Angie n James. May they find the strength and courage in the beautiful and brave fight their mother has shown through all her struggle. I am simply glad that she has seen Shiloh very she rested in peace. she would surely be missed especially by the succeeding children to come. cancer has claimed so much lives but it has created so much bravery in women.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Angelina, James and their family at this difficult time.
There are really no words that can make this better.
Much love is being sent your way.
I really feel for Maddox. I was around Maddox age when one of my brother died of Leukemia. It was the first time I experienced death to someone so close. Shiloh is too young to even know what is going on. Zahara is still young herself so I’m not sure, but Maddos is 5 1/2 so he probably feels more of a loss than his siblings do.
poor angie. sucks that the babies have lost a grandma, and of course that angie has lost someone so close to her. :( maybe this will lighten up the angie backlash. one can hope
Those four pics of Angie at the art gallery this past Friday look like she was getting a bad phone call :( It makes me so sad to see Ang like that :(
Oh my God! So young. So sad. This is terrible news. My prayers to the family.
Iam so sad for Angie…
But i know that she is very loved right now. This will help her…
Original jpf Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:44 pm
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My heart goes out to Angelina and her family. I can’t imagine what she is going through right now. I agree with you and I am so sad to hear the news. I lost my mother to ovarian cancer last year. She said that she would be ready for heaven after my wedding. She died less than a month after our wedding. She fought for over 2 years and died at the age of 62. I’m the youngest of 3 girls and very close to my mother. I miss her everyday, but I know that she is in a better place…there is no more suffering. My prayer goes out to Angelina and her family. May Angelina and family find peace and comfort they need during this tough period. God bless you Angelina and your whole family!
I am crying right now, because I am remembering the loss of my precious mama. I know what Angie and James are going through right now. I’ve been there. You live with a broken heart, forever.
My heart and prayers go out to Angie, James, Brad, the children, and others who loved her. Rest in peace, Marcheline.
My sympathy and prayers to Angelina,Brad their beautiful children and James, even though she has been ill for quite some time, still the death of your mother is hard and difficult either way. So happy Ms. Bertrand was able to enjoy her grandchildren especially shiloh, I feel she is at peace knowing her daughter has found happiness and joy especially since her childhood was admittedly troubled at times. Angelina loved and adored her mother and for this she will be blessed. I pray she and her father Jon Voight will be able to reconcile. God bless this family.
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HOTTEST COUPLE EVER Says: January 28th, 2007 at 6:17 pm
I am so sorry about your loss as well, may your mom rest in peace. I still have my mom and I don’t know what I would do if I loss her
This is very sad news. I almost feel like a member of my family has passed. I really idolize and love everything that Angie stands for. She is real special. My deepest condolences and upmost sympathy to Angie, James, Brad, Maddox, Zahara, and Shiloh. The children will not get to know their grandmother. I hope Angie keeps her memory alive for them, which I’m sure she will. I hope Brad is there for Angie in her time of mourning and need. We all know how independent she is, so I hope she takes comfort from her family as much as she can. Marcheline was a beautiful woman. She had to be! Look at Angie! God bless them all and may Marcheline rest in peace!
My heart goes out to Angie, James, Brad and the kids. 7 1/2 years is a long battle, and she seemed to fight with dignity and grace. Thankfully she lived long enough to see her daughter happy, loved, have a family, a good man and find her place in this world. That really had to give peace. RIP Marcheline, you and your family are in my prayers
My condolences to her family
This is so heartbreaking. The tears keep coming even though I had never met the woman. I am happy she lived long enough to see her daughter become a citizen of the world, and to also see her grandchildren, Angie having found peace in her life would also have been a comfort for her.
My thoughts and prayers to Angie, James and their whole extended family.
Well, we all gathered here with joy last May after Shiloh is born, and it’s nice there is a place to come to for this sad news. At least Marcheline saw her beautiful grandchildren. She raised Angelina very well.
All the magazines, new york post columnist, blogs, entertainment shows etc etc who initiated and participated in the angelina backlash of past should be ashamed! Your vulture attitude, for the latest scoop – as only shown you all for the shallow cretans that you are. Angelina should be grateful for having a job, she hates hollywood, blah, blah, blah – and all the time the woman instead was having to fight a momentous battle of her own, on the brink of her losing her support system, her life-line and the one person who has been with her from the first breath she took – and all Ryan Seacrest could B**** about was that she supposedly was not effusive enough to his comments?????! I would ask you if you are ashmaed, but the truth is you are probably so far gone is your own self glorification that you probably dont even know what it feels like to be human.
My heart goes out to James and all the Jolie-Pitts. I am warmed by the fact that she got to know her first three grandchildren. These losses are devastating; a hole is left in the grown child’s life (unfortunately, I have reason to know that particular pain). May those who loved Marcheline comfort one another in honor, love, and memory.
My condolences to Angie and her family. I feel like she’s one of my relatives, I don’t even know her, I’m so sad for Angie…I really am… =(
This is devastating news. Condolences to the entire family. Marcheline was far too young to leave this earth but lived long enough to see Angelina happy and with her own family. The spirit of Marcheline lives on in Angelina. RIP. My prayers are with this family.
My deepest condolences go to Angie, James, Brad and children at this time. May the Lord console and streghthen all of you at this difficult time. May the Lord grant you peace.
I too am saddened to read this news. My own mother is still alive, so I can only imagine the pain one must feel. Many of you have beautifully expressed your condolences and sympathies, which I am sure Marcheline’s family would be comforted by. Isn’t it a miracle they were able to be together for her.
God bless them all.
My sincere and deepest condolences to Angie and family.
I do think Marcheline was happy to see Angie with her great family and in peace.
My heart felt apologies to Angie, James and the entire Jolie-Pitt family. I hope Angie finds comfort in the fact that her mom is no longer in pain. Angie is one of the strongest women in Hollywood and she will be fine with Brad by her side.
I am truly sadden by the news of Marcheline’s death. May God bless her soul.
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Christine Cabanillas Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 6:00 pm
I, too, am sorry to hear of Ms. Jolie’s loss. My Mom has ovarian cancer, too, and I’ve become an advocate for the Awareness and Education of Ovarian Cancer. This past September, I lobbied on Capitol Hill for the passing of the Johanna’s Law which will allocate $16.5 million towards such a cause. We, NOCC & OCNA, need people such as Ms. Jolie to jump on board with us and let our VOICES BE HEARD. Ovarian Cancer is a SILENT KILLER. Please don’t allow any more “Moms” to die in vain.
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When you get a chance I would love to learn more about your efforts to pass Johanna’s Law. I’m sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear about AJ’s mom. AJ thought so highly of her mother that it must she must be devastated. However, AJ is a strong woman who has the love of her family. Let’s all pray for them at this time of grief. God bless each and everyone of them.
Those ******** at E! Owe her a damn apalogy…….I’m making a vid right now..for angie and her mom..i’m so sad :(
God bless that woman’s heart for all she went throgh
BTW i never seen thse pics oa gnie and her mum in the airport
My condolences to the family, at least she got to see that Angelina was building a life with the children and Brad. She was so young to die.
my heart stopped for a second when i read this headline. this must be devastating for her. all i can think is…my god i’m so sorry
May God bless You and Your Lovely Family Angelina and keep you all in his sights as you work through this difficult time.
May you take refuge and comfort in the arms of the ones who love you.
so sadden by her mother’s death. the thing with death is it is so final. there are no do overs. after losing my father to cancer in august things you didn’t say and wish you had take over. during the midst of everything i remained calm, but everythng hit me that he was gone two weeks later after his burial. I realized he was gone, but i also realized he was in a better place. A place where there is no suffering.
Thanks Jared for editing the hateful posts. I commend the BAMZS fans for mourning the death of Angie’s beloved mother and for respecting Angie’s mom passing. I am sorry for answering that hateful post. I just cannot control myself. I will offer a prayer for Angie’s mom. I am a catholic like her and we believe in the second life and the rewards of heaven.
I agree that E! and Ryan Douchebag S. should send an ENORMOUS donation in Marcheline’s name to the charity mentioned. In fact, let’s e-mail them tell them to do so.
to preggy – another poster who couldn’t clean up her mouth before posting. Name calling and vile language are not welcome on this thread. Ranters keep your thoughts to yourself.
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kidi Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 7:01 pm
I agree that E! and Ryan Douchebag S. should send an ENORMOUS donation in Marcheline’s name to the charity mentioned. In fact, let’s e-mail them tell them to do so.
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Is there an email address?
And all these ugly people (E!, NYP,etc) wondering why Angie was so sad and aloof sometimes…
Iam so angry and sad right now.
http://www.eonline.com/news/article/index.jsp?uuid=d26d7841-fd62-4900-949b-b7e067eeb225
You can leave comments at the end of the article.
My condolences to Angie ,James ,Brad
Omg. I am crying right now!
My thoughts and prayers for Angie and her family.
The downward spiral to hell has begun because a few people seem to think that the rest of us are interested in their phoney anger. We don’t want to here the garbage – this is a thread for mourning and condolenses.
Thank you Jared for the posting the sad news. My deepest condolences to Angie, Brad, James and all their families! My prayers shall be with Marcheline. May God bless them all at this time!
if you are not an angelina jolie fan or hate her for some stupid reason then do not post in this thread.this is a sad time for angie and we want to send her our support and love.you cant write anymore disgustting things as she is going through this hard time.your bad comments are unecxeptabul and i will ignore them anyways my heart and prayers are with angie and her family and i hope shes coping well at this hard time she is going through.
Hey everybody- How are you guys?I read all of the post and I feel your sadness.
I hope that you guys can lift your spirits and feel better. My sincerest wish is for the family to make it through the tough days and nights ahead. I am so very glad that Angie and her brother have Mr. Brad Pitt in their lives. We know what he is for ~Angie. I believe he is like a brother to James. I know that Ms. bertrand was a beautiful lady inside and out. Her daughter Angie is a testament to that. I am thankful that God chose Brad pitts arms to comfort Angie,he is a gentle ,tender,thoughtful man. I hope that Maddox is okay,he is old enough ,I think to know what’s happening. God willing Angie’s strength and the love of Brad and her beautiful children with lift her spirits and help her celebrate the life of her mother. Losing your mom is so very sad and hard.
I wish her well~
God bless all of them.
Peace~
I just heard the news about Angie’s mom and I decided to come here because some of the other websites are just sick with the things they say. My condolences go out to Angie and her brother! Atleast her mom died knowing that her children especially Angelina have finally found happiness!
There is absolutely nothing phony about being angry that Angelina got dragged through the dirt by every magazine and celebrity news show about her supposed bitchiness and coolness when her mother was days away from dying. She’s too discreet to blab her traumas to the world–unlike others we know–and for all we know she could have gotten some bad news moments before she got on the red carpet. Who knows. I admire her a great deal and I hated seeing her badmouthed.
The media & tabs don’t think these people actually have real lives. And to think that one tabloid woman actually went on tv to say that the reason Angelina was a little upset was because………UGH! Never mind.
RIP Marcheline Bertrand. Prayers for James Haven and BAMZS.
I know how it feels … just lost my mother to the same cancer two and half years ago. My heart goes out to her and the family members … and yes, the heart does go on…
all the nasty people who participated in the angelina bashing the last few weeks should be ashamed
i am very sad for her whole family specialy after the way angelina has been treated by those evil people
My deepest condonlences go out to Angelina, Brad, Maddox, Zahara, Shiloh and James Haven. May God Bless them all!
I was having trouble getting on JJ earlier this afternoon, so I first saw the news on PITNB and couldn’t find confirmation anywhere else (then when I did, I was sorry). I am SO glad to be able to come here, see all the familiar names and know that this is a place where positive energy, support, and appropriate sentiments of condolence can be expressed.
All positive waves to the family. I hope James will stick close to his sister, and that he has the kind of support in his life that AJ does with Brad and the children and a world full of fans.
my deepest symphaty to to bereaved family. May they find strength and courage to face this sad day in their lives. Godbless them.
RIP marcheline
This is neither the time or place – keep it to yourself.
Having a mother who is ill and going on to live her life like the way Angie did is very admirable! I don’t think I would be strong like her to carry on. My mother is my best friend, second to my husband, so I don’t know what I would do. I am sure that I would be crying most of the time! I will pray for Marcheline’s soul. May she rest in peace.
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to-Kidi Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 7:24 pm
This is neither the time or place – keep it to yourself.
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What are you, a grade school nun? I’ll post what I please, thank you. I also think her mother’s illness was behind Angie’s weight loss.
I FOUND THIS ARTICLE, MAYBE SOME OF YOU HAVE READ IT ALREADY BUT FOR THOSE WHO HAVEN’T ITS ABOUT ANGELINA’S RELATIONSHIP WITH HER MUM.
She’s never been “America’s Sweetheart.” Nor “The Girl Next Door.” America’s sweetheart doesn’t have tattoos. The girl next door doesn’t carry around vials of Billy Bob’s blood.
No, let Julia Roberts and Meg Ryan play those dull roles, ready-made for Oprah audiences.
Angelina Jolie is an original, despite being morphed into “Brangelina” of late. While the “Pretty Woman” and the cuddly Cupie Doll of yore have been in arrested development, Jolie, now 31, has evolved with each year.
From 2000′s “Girl, Interrupted” – in which she nabbed an Oscar at the age of 25 for her moving performance as a drug-addled teen – to her latest role as mother and U.N. ambassador (and yes, the girlfriend of Brad Pitt) – Jolie has grown from a wild Goth provocateur to a woman of the world and expectant mother.
But as the pictures on these pages show, she was once a big-eyed, sweet-faced teenager with a past that has seldom been reported on – until now.
These intimate snapshots come courtesy of Allan Mezo, a former boyfriend of Jolie’s mother, Marcheline Bertrand, a French actress who is currently battling cancer. Jolie has repeatedly called her 55-year-old mother – as ravishing as Angelina in her heyday – “her best friend.”
Mezo, 61, a merchandise broker, dated Marcheline and helped raise Angelina – or “Angie,” as he calls her – shortly after Marcheline split from Jon Voight. They divorced in 1978. Angelina and her father seldom speak.
No matter. Through her paternal troubles, her eccentric marriage in 1999 to Billy Bob Thornton, her trysts with women, and her controversial onstage kiss with brother, James Haven Voight, Jolie was just fine. At least she is now.
According to Mezo, her mother can take credit for that. She sent him these pictures, shot over a holiday in 1983, to let him know that the young Angelina and Jamie were growing up healthily enough.
Marcheline sent him the snapshots “out of the blue” 10 years after their breakup, Mezo says.
“Angelina is 13!” she writes in the accompanying letter obtained by Page Six. “She is studying to be an actress and a playwright . . . My children have grown up quite splendidly. Jamie is 15 and aspiring toward a career in film marketing and distribution. He also loves basketball!”
Mezo says that Jolie’s mom set her on the path to caring for the less fortunate.
“She was so kind, so caring, so generous – she was honestly like an angel,” he says. “Her children meant everything to her. Of all the people I have known in my life, she was easily one of the best. And Angie has got that from her. That is why she does so much work for the U.N. and wants to adopt needy children. I think all the good things you see in Angie, she got from her mother.” Mezo met Marcheline in the late 1970s in New York. It was a passionate affair, and Mezo says he eventually moved in with the family, which was living in Manhattan. When they migrated to Los Angeles, he came with them, acting, he says, as Jolie’s unofficial stepfather.
“I cared for them all so much,” he says. “But we met just at the wrong time. She was still married to Jon Voight. She told me that he had not treated her well, and I think there were other women involved. She found it so painful and it made it hard for her to trust another man.”
In the personal letter, Marcheline expresses sorrow for dropping him. “Perhaps I was just in too much emotional pain back then to appreciate you,” she writes. “The truth is, I never would have made it through that difficult time without you.”
Mezo responded to the letter, but he never heard from Marcheline again. “I want her to know how proud I am of her for how Angie appears to have turned out,” he says.
We’ll second that.
If you’re angry, please channel your anger into something positive. Donate to Cedar Sinai or write to Congress or your government officials on behalf of Cancer research or on behalf of Darfur or the rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Katrina.
RIP Ms. Bertrand. May the good Lord keep you.
Condolences to Angie, James, Brad and the rest of the family.
I join with people who wish to use this period to appeal to the media, tabloids and entertainment industry to stop unnecessary hatred and lies against Angelina. She goes through what everyone of us goes through. Enough is enough. May God bless Angie for all the contributions she has made to make this world a better place and may she be comforted on all sides at this difficult time.
I am truly sad! Angelina’s mom has been struggling with this illness for the past 7 years, but I feel she finally let let go knowing that beautiful her daughter, Agelina is now in a good place with a man who loves & adores her and with children that fullfills her. I’m sure she’s resting in peace in heaven especially with this knowlege.
I will always love Angelina Jolie for ALL that she stands for regardless of any negative things being said about her. She is a beautiful person inside/out!
Peace, love & harmony to the family in this sad time…….
Que triste, mis condolencias a angelina y su familia, por esta lamentable perdida
OMG !! This is so sad…My prayers to all the family.
Nothing from Jon Voight yet?
I can just see it now, he’ll blow it again by opening his mouth!
My condolences goes out to Angie and her family. RIP Marcheline. It’s so sad. Angie was so close to her mom. My heart goes out to her.
My deepest sympathy to Angelina and James at this vey sad time.
To #203, take you “Ho” comment and shove it up your hairy -ss.
Peace and serenity to Marcheline.
I’m overwhelmed by all the comments for a woman we’ve never met. We’ve all come together to mourn her. Why? Because she is AJ’s Mother…she is somewhat responsible for the woman AJ is today and for that I say “Thank you Mercherline Bertrand and may your soul rest in perfect peace.”
Here’s a quote from AJ about her mom from an article titled WOMAN WARRIOR.
“My mother is very cool. Everyone thinks she’s this French actress because of her name, but she grew up in Chicago and her parents ran a bowling alley. She still eats olives every morning because they remind her of sitting at the bar when she was a baby.”
But if her mother isn’t French, then where did she get a name like Marcheline Bertrand? “She’s Iroquois,” Jolie says proudly. “In fact, my ancestors on her side of the family came from Quebec and I plan to explore my heritage while I’m working there.”
Despite all the highly public attention paid to the dark side of her life, Jolie is able to state that “My mom is proud of me. She’s got a really strong heart and she’s taught me a lot about what it means to be a good person.”
http://www.hot.ee/dainterviews/int18.html
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AJ was very proud of EVERYTHING about her mom.
BBL
i have come out of lurker mod to send my condolences to the family i was truly shocked to read this so sad
Thank you for the article on “Remembering Marcheline”. I was really shocked and deeply saddened to hear the news of her passing. My heart and prayers go out to the Jolie-Pitt family. Like many of you who have posted earlier, I also believe that Marcheline must be at peace knowing that Angie has matured and is in a loving and stable relationship with Brad and their children.
Like Ntt and Alex said – let us not respond to the haters.
EVERY EACH OF US AS A TIME IN OUR LIFE FOR SADNESS TODAY FOR ANGIE, NEXT TIME FOR US . WHAT KIND OF HEART YOU HAVE (HATERS)?
poor james and Angie. RIP Marcheline.
Please stop acknowledging those here to kick up dust.
Just ignore them.
Don’t bring them up even.
Just have some will power and overlook them.
What good does it do to let them know they have your attention?
None, not any.
Just try ok?
No matter how nasty, stupid, ignorant, hateful, don’t let them turn this into being about them or us.
Have some guts and be the bigger person and just shine them on please!
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Maniston Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 7:30 pm
If you’re angry, please channel your anger into something positive. Donate to Cedar Sinai or write to Congress or your government officials on behalf of Cancer research or on behalf of Darfur or the rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Katrina.
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I second that Maniston and that is exactly what I am going to do.
if you go to BRANGELINA FANS i think the creator of that site has directions of where fans can write to the nyp to that woman whote that crap about angelina some fans have written allrady expresing their anger over what she wrotte on angelina.
the BRANGELINA FANS creator is a die hard fan of the jolie-pitt family and only real fans can apreciate the site go there
#214 – good post!!!
i lost my dad at 45.and wer 10 in the family.our youngest was only 4.
sorry didnt mean to sound angry i am not i am sad for angelina i have been a fan for 7 years now
Although sadness seem to overwhelm us,I have to say that I am relieved that she no longer has to suffer. Angies mom had the opportunity to see that her lovely little girl grown up to be an amazing woman, have a family of her own, and to finally have the love of her life beside her. My thoughts and prayers goes out to this courageous family. I agree with everyone by saying, that the best way to express our condolences is by making that donation….~
I am so sad for angie and her family now. I have experienced this situation and there will be times where you will breakdown just with looking at a picture or a towel that this person has given you. People say that things get better after time, but, something always comes up where you want to discuss or get advice from that best friend (mom) and you can not. I feel brad will be her rock because he loves her and will make sure she gets through this.
God Bless.
Be strong Angie & James. Your Mom is in better hands now. I am offering you my deepest sympathy, love, admiration & condolences. GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILY!
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CMoo Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 7:47 pm
To #203, take you “Ho” comment and shove it up your hairy -ss.
Peace and serenity to Marcheline.
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#203 did not say anything negative! What she meant in english was * How sad! My condolences to Angelina and her family, for her loss!”
You know I’m wondering ………. maybe this was on her mind on the
Red Carpet, her mother’s condition, because IMO she was not herself,
not angry, more sad and preoccupied…….
There is so much more to the Jolie/Pitt’s life that the public and fans
know about, we all get bits and pieces like a puzzle and try to put them
together……some for love and admiration…… some for senseless hate.
All and all they do have a private life with private emotions and private
pain that they do not wear on their sleeve…….. i say this to say at the
time of that most [ intelligent question in interview history ] Angie may
have had her mother’s health on her mind, while try to be there for the
man she loves……. LOL
IMO…..Angie is misjudge mainly by the biggest fakes, the least talented,
the self-righteous, and what i call the hate junkies…
Sorry for going on!!! my heart is just so full for Baby Girl today….
Back to lurking……LOL…..Peace
My prayers belong to Angelina, James, Brad & the kids. May all you overcome the sadness that engulf this day. Angelina, you now belong to a loving & cherished family. I am so happy for you.
Angelina & James …I am so so sad for what happened. I offer you my sincerest thoughts & prayers. Love you
Paradise – the original 203 post was deleted – written by someone called lou and did have a fowl comment on it.
Our Condolences to Angie & James.
http://flynetonline.com/home/2007/01/brangelina-mourn-angies-moms-passing.html
I am so sad for Angelina. I know what losing a devoted mama means..
From what we read about her mum, she was a wonderful person, and
beautiful as well. I must admit I cried!
JJ, please put up the picture of Angie and her mum when Angie was a
little girl. Please! That picture speaks volumes.
From my family to Angie’s, lots of love and our prayers.
My condolences to my dear Angelina. I know you will overcome all the trials. I believe in you. All the best & my prayers too.
I cannot believe a hater used my name to write a vile comment on a condolence thread,how SICK!What kind of evil hearts do these people have?Thank you Jared for removing it.
I am here doing my minute-of-silence for the passing of Marcheline. Prayers to you Angie, James & family. Always remember Brad & Angelina…that you have millions of fans & supporters all behind you. I for one will defend you to the end. My condolences….
My condolences. Losing a much loved parent is very difficult.
Condolences to Angie and her family. :(
May Brad and the children be a source of strength and comfort to her during this time of grief.
My heart goes out to Angie, James, Brad and the children for their great loss. Marcheline was admired and respected by everyone who knew her.
The knowledge that her mom was able to spend time with Brad, Maddox, Zahara, and Shiloh will bring Angie comfort in the future.
I am so very sad when I heard the news of the death of Marcheline. As a matter of fact I got tears on my eyes. Can’t help it. Imagine Marcheline hearing those nastiness people spew towards Angelina right up until her death. You can tell she love her children & grandchildren so much. To Marcheline…I SALUTE YOU, FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART.
My sincere condolences and prayers to Angelina and James.
Deepest sympathy to Angelina & family! Angels like you and your mother are few.
Angelina Jolie’s Mom Dies
SUNDAY JANUARY 28, 2007 07:30 PM EST UPDATED
By Mary Green
Marcheline Bertrand and Angelina Jolie
Marcheline Bertrand, actress and mother of Angelina Jolie, died on Saturday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Jolie said in a statement to the Associated Press.
The 56-year-old Bertrand, who battled cancer for over seven-and-a-half years, was surrounded by her children, Angelina and son James Haven, as well as Jolie’s partner, Brad Pitt.
“Marcheline was beautiful, caring and totally devoted to her children. I never saw her upset or sad, even after she was diagnosed with cancer,” Lea Hunter, who once dated Haven, tells PEOPLE. “She always treated me like a member of her family.”
Bertrand, who had small roles in movies including 1983′s The Man Who Loved Women, raised Jolie and brother Haven by herself after divorcing their father, Oscar-winning actor Jon Voight, when Jolie was a toddler.
When granddaughter Shiloh was born in May, Bertrand told PEOPLE: “My heart is overflowing with joy with the new arrival of Brad and Angelina’s third child. Maddox, Zahara and Shiloh are deeply loved children. They have very kind and caring parents who love and support each other in every way.”
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20010082,00.html
A private funeral is planned, and the family requests that in lieu of flowers or gifts, donations be made to the Women’s Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai.
My sincere prayers to Angelina.
Rest in Peace Marcheline, your daughter is all safe & sound with a loving man. Your grandkiddies will be loved no matter what. Not to forget that she got fans that supports her.
Deppest Condolences to Angelina, James & family for their loss. I truly admire Marcheline being there through all the trials & tribulations & distress life brings. Angelina & James are lucky to have her as their Mom.
my prayers to angie,jamie and brad!
Condolence to the Jolie-Pitts. I am sad for the passing of Jolie’s mom. May she rest in peace. My thoughts are with you at this time of your life.
My condolences to Angile and family!
What a sad news…T_T
i hope angelina gets through this…i wonder if she will be sad most of the times now that her mother died.oh wow this is happennig so fast.i hope angie copes well.hope you feel better angel
when i opened my computer this is the first site i went to look for jolie-pitt news. it is so sad to read about this.
But Marcheline, fought a great battle with the C. It’s such a long time battle and losing to it is not a failure but a triumph of faith and courage.
Condolonces to Jolie-Pitt family and to her brother James.
I’ve been to the site many times, but this is my first time posting. I was shocked to hear the news. My heart goes out to Angelina and James. The bond between a mother and her children is one of the strongest bonds there is. My mother is 60 and still doing well. Just the thought of losing her makes my heart ache for Angie and James. I can’t imagine what they are going through. I believe that the love that is being shown on this thread by all of you her true fans); and the comfort I am sure she is getting from Brad and her children will get her through this.
My thoughts and prayers are with their family. Her mother is in a better place now and she will have the best view to see this beautiful, strong woman she raised carry on where she left off in being a wonderful mother to her own children.
My condolences to Angie and the family.
Angie, Brad, Jamie and the children will always be in my prayer.
http://www.celeb-status.org/gallery/albums/friendsandfamily/MarchelineBertrand_/3.jpg
A sad day indeed. I post once in a while but I’ve been following this family for a while now. I am sure Angie & James are not feeling the love of their family members. They will be strong to face this loss. But their mother is on good hands now.
I too have been to this site numerous times (daily) for updates on AJ, BP & family, but this is the first time I felt compelled to post a message.
I just want to say that I hope Angelina Jolie knows she has many, many fans that is standing behind her through thick and thin…..and especially during this sad time.
I have no words-just tears.
I am so releived that AJ has Brad in her life to support her and that she is not alone during this horrible time.
I’m so sad. tears in my eye when I read the news . Angie was so close to her mother. must be really painful. May Brad and the children be a source of strength and comfort to her during this time of grief.
I give my deepest sympathy to Angie and family.
I am so sad to hear this news.
My condolences to Angie, James and the JP children.
May the Lord give them strength to get through this most difficult time.
thank you mia marie…and welcome!
RIP Marcheline.my heart truly goes out angie,james and and her grandkids.
Very sad…. I am glad Brad was at Angie’s side to comfort her. I wonder if Marcheline was aware of what her daughter has been going through with all the GG stuff. I remember Angie’s interview about “Shark Tale” when she was cast as the bad fish (!), her mother said, “Why, you are the good one!” She had such a strong bond with her mom and I do hope that Brad, who is her family now, is strong enough to take the vacant seat in being her rock. Sounds like he is there for her all the way. It is a comfort to know that Marcheline saw her daughter finally with a stable relationship with a very caring life-partner. At least she was sure her daughter is going to be OK.
So sweet Angelina.. Sorry about her mother passed away .. I understand that Angelina really love mom and close mom for grew up ……….. Sweet Angelina.. very nice of Brad support Angelina as very well .. She need helps .. She have back up Brad be there everything for Angelina……. Promise to Angelina ……. Love Angelina so much ……. she need Brad and kids need hugs her as well .. she good heart.. good personally .. I like her so much because she have good heart and very smart woman …..
It is such a sad time. I had hoped when I saw Angelina on Larry King that her mother had turned the corner on her illness.
God bless James, Angelina, Brad and their family. Her suffering is at an end.
My thoughts turn to Jon Voight. My one heart felt wish is that he should take whatever action would be the most comfort to his children. If he is capable, and if their situation allows, of being a loving, unselfish father and healing the rift between himself and his daughter, then that would be lovely. If he is incapable of being that fir her, then may he have the grace and goodness to stay away and send whatever loving energy he is able to send to both his children and all his grand children.
Marcheline was a beautiful woman. Her internal beauty shined. May she find Bliss and true rest.
My sincere condolence and prayer to Angie and family.
Rest in Peace Marcheline, your daughter is all safe & sound with a loving man and supportive family.
I don’t know what to say—-I can’t stop hurting for all of them……… So, folks who usually lurk, please come on .and show how much we love Angie, Brad, Janie and the grandkids…….. OK, goodnight!
Condolence to Angelina & James. I will pray for Marcheline & her family. Love you Brad & Angelina & will always be supporting you. God Bless
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MIKESMOM Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 8:07 pm
Some people are thinking, wow, her mum is dying and she was in NO and in Vietnam and didn’t spend time with her mum for christmas. I just want to share my own story.
I had a dear friend, who was diagnosed with breast cancer. Underwent chemotherapy and appeared to be in remission. 2 years later, after a checkup she found out that she had brain cancer. it was inoperable and chemo was not effective. My friend didn’t tell anyone anything. Not her parents, her siblings or her husband (thankfully, no children). She lived her life, went on holidays. One day she fainted. Was rushed to hospital and pretty much died within a week. Her family were so angry with her but in the end, accepted that that was just the way she had wanted to live out the time she had, not in grieving, not in fear, but as normally as possible.
My aunt was diagnosed with cancer in October 2005. Her family were somewhat far flung. They came to see her but her prognosis was not clear. Perhaps 6 months, perhaps 2 months. What to do? My cousins went back to their families, their jobs, their kids schooling. My aunt didn’t want everything to be put on hold just because. She just didn’t. Perhaps it was because she wanted to be on her own – to come to terms with her impending death. Perhaps she found having her grieving family around her too muchy of a burden for her. She wanted normality. She wanted peace. As it was, she died in less then 2 months. The end was swift. Pneumonia and that was it in a couple of days.
No one can judge why Angelina chose to spend time in NO or in Vietnam in the weeks before Marcheline’s death. Perhaps they were all under the impression that Marcheline was licking the disease. I believe in the US, patient doctor confidentiality means that not even the family are entitled to know the true condition of a patient unless she consents. Perhaps Marcheline didn’t tell them she had only weeks to live. Just recently, Angelina said she thought that her mother was beating the disease.
Perhaps Marcheline wanted her children to continue to live their lives rather than have their lives put on hold to revolve around her illness. Some cancer patients prefer that – like my friend and my aunt. And perhaps, Angelina and her brother thought that was the best way to honour their mother, to live their lives rather then focus on their mothers illness.
Haters are quick to judge and criticise. It’s so sad for them. I kind of hope that one day, something tragic will happen to them – not because I want them punished or anything nasty, but sometimes, only when tragedy strikes you personally, do you realise that all the hate, the anger etc is pointless. Without pain, there is no growth.
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a photo of Marcheline Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 8:46 pm
http://www.celeb-status.org/gallery/albums/friendsandfamily/MarchelineBertrand_/3.jpg
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Thank you for the beautiful picture. AJ has her mom’s eyes.
My condolences to angelina and her family this woman was young she looks a lot to her mom too
My condolences to all of you guys in this website too
DEATH SUCKS
I pray God will help all them through this time and always. My condolences to Angie, James, Brad and the JP children.
My deepest heartfelt condolence to Angie, James and rest of the family. After many years of Marcheline’s battle with cancer, may she rest in peace knowing Angie has her family of much love and peace.. May she rest in peace knowing all is well.
I can’t even imagine what Angie and her brother are going through right now. I am happy she lived long enough to see her grand children and her daughter find love and happiness. Iwill keep the family in my prayers.
We love you, Angie.
I hate it when I have to come out of lurkdom to post about such sad news…..
Much love and sympathy going your way Angie, James, Brad, Madd, Z, Shiloh and those that love Marchilene.
I thank you Marchilene, for bringing into this world a beautiful person and an exemplary human being. May you rest in peace.
http://www.celeb-status.org/gallery/albums/friendsandfamily/MarchelineBertrand_/4.jpg
I lost an aunt five years ago to uterus cancer. Hearing this news has brought all those feelings rushing back. She was like a mother to me. I send my condolences to Angelina and family. I now what they are going through.
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Chalice Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 9:07 pm
My thoughts turn to Jon Voight. My one heart felt wish is that he should take whatever action would be the most comfort to his children. If he is capable, and if their situation allows, of being a loving, unselfish father and healing the rift between himself and his daughter, then that would be lovely. If he is incapable of being that fir her, then may he have the grace and goodness to stay away and send whatever loving energy he is able to send to both his children and all his grand children.
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ITA.
Angelina & James you are not alone in your grief. Most of your fans are here all behind you & sharing your loss. I only post once months ago but I always been their biggest supporter.
I am extending my wholehearted sympathy with you sorrow.
ANGELINA…WE LOVE YOU, BRAD & THE KIDS & WILL BE BEHIND ALL THROUGHOUT THIS HARDTIMES.
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nopeace Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 8:12 pm
http://flynetonline.com/home/2007/01/brangelina-mourn-angies-moms-passing.html
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Thanks for the pic, but it’s sad to know that these two can’t even have some privacy during the most difficult of times :(
Rest in peace Mercheline, your daughter is in good hand.
Such sad news. I’m glad that Brd is there for Angie and James and is so supportive! Many sympathies to Angie and her fmaily at this difficult time.
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Chalice Says:
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ITA about the loving energy, they said private funeral which usually is invite only. Even though they shared children, Jon Voight was not really apart of Marcheline’s life, so he may not be on the list. When someone has been fighting a disease for some time, many times they prepare the arrangements in advance. So whatever happens I’m sure it will be as she wished. They are all in my prayers
My heart just dropped to my feet when I read that headline. I too was under the impression she was beating it. Absolutely heartbreaking. I agree with the early poster who said that Marcheline felt she could finally let go because she lived to see Angie loved as she needed and deserved to be loved; by a true partner, who will take care of her as he would himself. I will be holding the entire family in my heart.
On New Year’s Day, we went to the funeral of my father’s cousin’s wife. We didn’t even know she’d been ill, she had been out to dinner on Christmas Day. Colon Cancer. Only her spouse and kids knew. She wanted it that way. My dad and her husband grew up as brothers; she should have at least let him know, but, that was HER wish. I am sure Marcheline wanted Angie to live her life with Brad and look to the future. At least she was there to say “goodbye”. Such a heartbreak – I know from my cousins, forwarning doesn’t help the reality at all.
Bless you all and thank you for the address for donations.
This news is so shoking after what Angelina said on the Larry King interview about her Mom doing better. My condolences to Angelina, her brother and her entire family (Brad, the kids, Brad’s family and their close friends). I work at the MD Anderson Center in Houston and this disease just messes up so many systems in the body, that the body just ends up giving. But God is the Creator and he has plans and missions for all of us and we should not doubt what they are.
To all the Fans, thanks a lot for your continuous support and prayers for our great heroine, Angelina.
I also want to add when someone you love has a terminal illness you go from praying they get better to praying that their suffering ends. Marcheline is in a better place and she no longer is in pain. Angelina and her family should find comfort in that.
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My condolences to Angie, James and the rest of the family.
I know what they are going through…I lost my mother 14 years ago, and my father almost 6 years ago…They left the earth but they always live in me. Everyday of my life I fell they are with me…
Thank God, Angie has Brad….
We love you Angie. I´ll pray for you.
My heart goes out to Angie and her brother. I don’t care how old you are you are never prepared for the loss of a parent. I’m just glad that Angie and James have each other and can go through this together.
I think we should all send Angelina letters or cards of support and admiration, especially letters of support re: her mother.
She most likely gets hate mail from all the jealous haters out there and of course Maniston the Chin probably sends several every day. I posted her contact address earlier but here it is again.
AJ
c/o Geyer Kosinski
950-955 Carrillo Dr.Suite 300
LA, CA 90048
I am sure that Marcheline was very happy to know in her heart that her daughter will be well taken care of by Brad. Knowing that and having three beautiful grandchildren must have made her last days a bit easier. Now, she is free of pain and in the arms of God.
“Ms. Bertrand, a Canadian-American actress of Spanish and Québécois descent, died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Jolie, Brad Pitt, and Jolie’s older brother James Haven were at the hospital yesterday.”
Please stop, Susie. I don’t think JA is that bad.
I’m not a normal poster but I could not let this pass without expressing my deepest condolences to Angie, James and the Jolie-Pitt family during this time. RIP, Ms. Bertrand.
My sincerest sympathy to Angelina, James & their immediate family for their loss. I feel for them especially Angelina whom I love as an actor & a person. Life goes on & hopefully the future holds fulfillment & more love & respect. Being one of Brad & Angelina’s fan it really affects me somewhat. But I will just give prayers for marcheline & maybe send donation to the Cedar Sinai Hospital. I think they will greatly appreciate it.
WHY WOULD YOU BRING ANISTON UP IN THIS THREAD ? TAKE YOUR HATE SOMEWHERE ELSE!
255 susie Says: January 28th, 2007 at 8:54 pm
I am so releived that AJ has Brad in her life to support her and that she is not alone during this horrible time.
Dropping back in to say that I don’t think that even her brother who’ himself is in need of comfort just as much as Angelina is, couldn’t provide what Brad and her kids are.
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Brad as described by Angelina is someone who takes serious his role in her life, making sure she makes time to stop and smell the flora, and he makes time for them to swim outside of the fishbowl, and it’s him whose there with her when the one other person in her life who always championed Angelina, passes from her life.
It’s so sad and amazing all at once, and I just keep thinking about how NOTrandom it feels. I’m not speaking in romantic terms when I say I see Brad as the only person who is even remotely capable of getting her through this; of being the kind of person that if she so chose to go somewhere for a few days alone, or she and her brother need to take on the task of dealing with their mothers material possesions, she could count on Brad to take care of the homefront. She has someone she can truly depend on at what has to be the most sad time of her life and it really feels like divine intervention at work.
jpf
I’m sure Angelina knows her fans support her. We like everyone else should give her family some space. I don’t want to hear anything about Angelina or the passing of her mother by news outlets that have no reason to put this news up. I don’t want it to be discussed on The View, or other entertainment shows or tabloids. It’s not news to the general public. Her fans know where to get news. American serviceman/women passed as well over the weekend. That is more relavent news.
Wings Of The Angels
by Tim Chambers
A gentle wind blew cross the land
Reaching out to take a hand
For on the winds the angels came
Calling out a mother’s name.
Left behind, the children’s tears
Loving memories of the years
Of joy and love, a life well spent
And now to God a mother’s sent.
On angel’s wings, a heavenly flight
The journey home, towards the light
To those who weep, a life is gone
But in God’s love, ’tis but the dawn.
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Our love, thoughts, and prayers to Angelina, James, Brad, Mad, Z, and Shiloh…..
My heartfelt condolence to Angelina and her family. May god bless Marcheline and her soul may rest in peace. She’s in heaven now.
my condolences and prayers go to angie and james during this most difficult time. marcheline left this world at least knowing that her daughter is in a good place and has a great partner and family to support to her.
287 susie Says: January 28th, 2007 at 9:32 pm
I think we should all send Angelina letters or cards of support and admiration, especially letters of support re: her mother.
She most likely gets hate mail from all the jealous haters out there and of course Maniston the Chin probably sends several every day. I posted her contact address earlier but here it is again.
AJ
c/o Geyer Kosinski
950-955 Carrillo Dr.Suite 300
LA, CA 90048
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Let it go for now ok? Jennifer Aniston has nothing to do with this unless people chose to bring her into it.
Thank you for the address.
jpf
MAY SHE REST IN PEACE
i KNOW THAT MARCELLINE IS HAPPY THAT SHE LEFT ANGELINA WITH A MAN THAT LOVES HER AND WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR HER
mAY PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL THE PEOPLE WHO ARE DEALING WITH HER LOST
Original jpf #293
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I couldn’t agree more
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Original jpf Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 9:44 pm
255 susie Says: January 28th, 2007 at 8:54 pm
I am so releived that AJ has Brad in her life to support her and that she is not alone during this horrible time.
Dropping back in to say that I don’t think that even her brother who’ himself is in need of comfort just as much as Angelina is, couldn’t provide what Brad and her kids are.
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Brad as described by Angelina is someone who takes serious his role in her life, making sure she makes time to stop and smell the flora, and he makes time for them to swim outside of the fishbowl, and it’s him whose there with her when the one other person in her life who always championed Angelina, passes from her life.
It’s so sad and amazing all at once, and I just keep thinking about how NOTrandom it feels. I’m not speaking in romantic terms when I say I see Brad as the only person who is even remotely capable of getting her through this; of being the kind of person that if she so chose to go somewhere for a few days alone, or she and her brother need to take on the task of dealing with their mothers material possesions, she could count on Brad to take care of the homefront. She has someone she can truly depend on at what has to be the most sad time of her life and it really feels like divine intervention at work.
jpf
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Well Said jpf and I totally agree with you
Jon Voight is 73 years old while Marcheline Bertrand is only 56 that is 17 years difference and Angie’s mom raised the two kids by herself and such good adult they become. That is an accomplishment for such a young mother raising two kids by herself. I take my hats off to her! I cannot blame Angie for her rift with her dad. May she rest in peace.
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Susie:
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You insist on bringing the names [ Chin and Maniston ] to this thread
my question is WHY ….. are you trying to start a fire???? no one is in
that zone today ….. PEACE!!!!
MIKESMOM #303
Jeez, chill. That is how I always refer to her.
I feel sad for Angie, she was very close to her mom. With brad and her children behind her, she can deal with this heartbreak.
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susie Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 9:58 pm
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That may be how you refer to her, but she has no place on this thread. This has nothing to do with her.
i cant even imagine how sad she will be. she will always cry when its her mothers birthday. shell cry to have to spend christmas time without her mother or giving her a present, she breakdown if she sees something that was her mothers years ago.i hope she gets better at least to stop being sad all the time :( im so sad for her.i feel for her.shes not the only one, i lost my grandma and other people and i wasnt happy about it.angie you have a lot of people that love you like brad and the kids and you have fans that also love you and are supporting you , everyone that cares about will help you through this hard time.
I really hope the paparazzi leave them alone for awhile. However, if the papz do get photos of them grieving or at some private event that they are not posted here or any where else for that matter.
My deepest sympathy to Angie ,Brad, James, the Jolie-Pitt’s children
and Angie’s relatives on her mother side.
Angie, you have given your mother the sweetest love and respect.
She now rest in peace bringing memory of yours, and
a smile of happiness that you have now with a loving Brad, Maddox, Zahara and Shiloh.
I love you !!
I will forever be yours & Brad’s loyal fan.
You ,James, Brad & the children will always be in my prayers.
Go ahead cry…I am crying too…
anjie and james are now an orphan,in terms of parent!i just dont want to include j.voight!sorry!i was just glad brad is der for anjie and james.love them!
To Paradise, the original “Ho” comment from the first #203 thread was deleted as it should rightfully be. Thank you JJ.
My apologies to the second #203 commentator. The “Ho” comment about AJ was heartless. AJ would never repeat what her Dad did to her Mom.
Francis Bertrand, Marcheline’s nephew and Angie’s cousin wrote this on his myspace
“Life is so short”
Im sure most of you have read, that yesterday, my aunt passed away. You never really know how long life will be, and it is so important to live each day as if it were your last.
If you wish, please show love by making a donation to the Women’s Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles.”
and
RIP- M. Bertrand, I love you
they cant do that…thats so :mad….disrespectful to angie
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cutiepie Says:
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Angie has Brad , her brother and the children. She is a stong women. I dont know what you’re trying to say. If you have a hidden agenda, today’s not the day. peace !!!!
I apoligize to all I offended and to this thread. I was not trying to be disrespectful. I love Angelina and her family and would never say anything disresprectful on purpuse.
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Original jpf Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 9:44 pm
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ITA!
I, too, must show my love and respect to Angie, her brother James and the rest of her family —– Brad, Maddox, Zee, Shiloh.
At this incredible time in their lives i am confident that all the love being shown by her fans around the world, is helping to shore her up at this time. Love is a wonderful and powerful thing and even at this sad time, I am happy that everyone who needs proof, now knows that Angie is loved, admired and appreciated by people from all over the world.
to BCBG:
im not hiding anything.im a really big angelina jolie fan and i admire what she does for peole all around the world and i also think shes a great actress and mother. im not trying to bash her .im just trying to send love and support to her.i really do feel sad for her and i hope she will cope well with brad and the kids by her side and yes i know shes a strong and independent women that will be fine after wards so im sending my love to her.sorry if you misunderstood me for some kind of reason :)
302 Paradise Says: January 28th, 2007 at 9:54 pm
Jon Voight is 73 years old while Marcheline Bertrand is only 56 that is 17 years difference and Angie’s mom raised the two kids by herself and such good adult they become. That is an accomplishment for such a young mother raising two kids by herself. I take my hats off to her! I cannot blame Angie for her rift with her dad. May she rest in peace.
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He’s not 73. He was born in Dec of 1938. He’s 69. What’s interesting is that he and Marcheline are 12 1/2 yrs apart in age, and Brad & Angie are 12yrs apart. The irony in how each man has dealt with their families. Brad can’t be apart from them, and Jon missed out on so much and I feel sad for him in a different way, but sad nevertheless as I believe he’s “selfishly or unselfishly” mourning much right now. He’s put himself in a position where he can’t even comfort his children or they him.
jpf
My thoughts are with Angie and her family at this time. I lost my Mom when I was one year older than Angie is now and I will never forget the gut wrenching pain and deep sadness that I felt losing her. My brothers were solace, my father tried, but I was the kind of daughter that talked to Mom every day on the phone. No one could replace my Mom and how she helped me in life.
I will pray for Angie tonite and hope that the love and memories she has of her Mom can sustain her.
I am sure that Angie will continue to make her Mom proud.
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cutiepie Says:
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if your intention is sincere, then, my apology to you.
Angie and Brad will always have my utmost support.
susie Says:
Heck we know that. It’s just that we are upset…. I don’t even know the post you are referring to since I haven’t gone back the thread. All I wish is for Bradley to ease our Angel’s pain away!!!!
im sorry to hear that…condolences to her and her family…may she rest in peace…
Coming out of lurkdom to give my heartfelt prayers and condolences to James, Angie and all their family. Marcheline was a beautiful woman, a loving mother and grandmother. She is now a beautiful guardian angel.
I beg of everyone…Please refrain from mailing cards or letters to Angie as she and her family have CLEARLY stated that any tangible condolences be sent in the form of a contribution to Cedars Senai. Let’s honor Angie’s mother and Angie’s families wishes and not inundating them with things they don’t want or need at this time.
So very sad…
deep condolences for the family…
may God give her kids, her grand kids and her other family lots of strength to move on.
Rest In Peace mama Marcheline…..You’ve been a great woman, great mother. Thanks for gave an angel to the world…..
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Izzie Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 10:34 pm
My thoughts are with Angie and her family at this time. I lost my Mom when I was one year older than Angie is now and I will never forget the gut wrenching pain and deep sadness that I felt losing her. My brothers were solace, my father tried, but I was the kind of daughter that talked to Mom every day on the phone. No one could replace my Mom and how she helped me in life.
I will pray for Angie tonite and hope that the love and memories she has of her Mom can sustain her.
I am sure that Angie will continue to make her Mom proud.
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Thanks for sharing your sadness. Well said, and I bet Angelina will keep making her mama proud.
http://www.souliejolie.com/gallery/details.php?image_id=1479
susie, cutiepie – whatever your intention -you know it in your heart. ~ peace~
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my deepest condolences to Angelina and family . May God bless you and give you strength and courage at this time . My thoughts and prayers with you and family.
I lost my mom 20 years ago, she was 44 and I was 19. I have never really dealt with her passing till 10 years ago, it bubbled up in my life like a boiling pot of water. If you have lost your mom or dad or anyone close to you, please mourn them. Take the time to grieve. Love the ones who are still here and let them know it often. Forget the little irritations of the day because they aren’t that significant in the long run. I love you Mom!
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Nora Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 10:40 pm
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Izzie Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 10:34 pm
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Moms have a way of making us believe in ourselves when we may even doubt our ability, and mine did that for me. I’m sure Angie derived alot of her strength from her Mom. Again, at this time, I will just pray for her and her family.
Her mom was born May 9th and I was born May 10th..that is so sweet to know
MY CONDOLENCES TO THIS EVER SO BEAUTIFUL WOMAN, ANGELINA AND HER BROTHER JAMES. MG! HOW LITTLE SHILOH WILL MISS OUT ON SEEING HER GRANDMAMA! MARCHELINE TRULY LOVED HER GRANDCHILDREN, ALL 3 OF THEM, AND YES, IT WAS NICE THAT HER MOM SAW HOW HER DAUGHTER CHANGED SO MUCH THESE LAST 3 YEARS. HER MOM GOT TO SEE HOW ANGELINA WANTED A FAMILY SO BAD, AND SHE FINALLY HAS ONE, AND THIS IS SO GOOD RIGHT NOW FOR THIS WOMAN WITH A HUGE HEART. MAY GOD BE WITH MARCHELINE, AND ANGELINA AND HER FAMILY; AS WELL AS HER BROTHER JAMES. GOD BLESS YOU ANGELINA, AND MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. SO TOTALLY LOVE YOU, AND MAY THE GOOD LORD ALWAYS BE WITH YOU.
guli says #322
I still have no idea what post susie says is referring to. I am never disrepectful to BAMZS and re-read all my posts and still cannot figure it out.
I can.t help but look at this picture………….Angie looks so much like her Mom. RIP Marcheline your daughter and grandkids are in good hands. My deepest condolences again to the whole family…. Goodnight guys.
mes condoléances attristées!!its her mother and not anyone ELSE!
may god help them all to get through it cuz its not easy at all to lose a parent espacially her mum who raised her and her !may GOD help them
My condolences to the Jolie-Pitts. You never truly become an adult until you’ve lost your parents. Our prayers and hearts go out to Angelina and James. Thank god she has Brad, Mad, Zee and Shi to get her through this.
I am a BIG Angie fan. I can’t help crying after I read this post. My prayers go out to Angie, Brad, and her kids. I am so sad. I feel like a relative of mine has just passed away. I LOVE you Angie.
P.S. I am also a lurker and do not post that much, but this news just broke my heart.
My condolences to their family. No matter what has been said before, it is always a sad time in life when you loose someone you love. And loosing your mother is a very sad event in this life. May God be with them all in this time of loss.
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aquame Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 10:40 pm
I beg of everyone…Please REFRAIN from mailing cards or letters to Angie as she and her family have CLEARLY stated that any tangible condolences be sent in the form of a contribution to Cedars Senai.
Let’s honor Angie’s mother and Angie’s families wishes and not inundating them with things they don’t want or need at this time.
#329- I think your name is MM. I am new to the site (transplant from PH) and trying to figure out who says what. Your post made me cry. My mom just came to visit for a few days and I got annoyed with her for trying to be helpful ( she was on me about painting some rooms in my house). I perceived it as nagging. But I realize she was trying to be helpful. I am going to call her and apologize, and then go hug and kiss my 4 year old daughter (hopefully not waking her up in the process). As a mom, know your mother loved you more than anything else. James and Angie, my heart goes out to you. MM, give yourself a big hug. You seem like a very sweet girl.
Sorry I forgot the link….
http://www.celeb-status.org/gallery/albums/friendsandfamily/MarchelineBertrand_/4.jpg
susie Says: I have no clue either which post, but of all nights ladies and gents who cares right now….Goodnight! I am really upset about Angie’s loss and I am hitting the hay…….
My condolence to Angelina, James and the family. My prayers are w/ you all of you. Stay strong…
My thoughts & condolences are with Angelina, Brad & James. No words can take away the sorrow or pain — only time will. We are here for a short time only and the people we meet along the way always leave a print on our soul. Marcheline Bertrand may be gone but she will live on in James, Angie & Shiloh. I wish the Jolie-Pitts & James Haven well.
R.I.P., Ms. Bertrand….
All my love and prayers to Angelina and her family.
Good night, everyone! It’s nice to see how those that rarely post on here, come to post their heartfelt condolences. Angie has so many wonderful supporters…..don’t be too much of a stranger.
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lylian Says:
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Tiger Woods father was dying of cancer but he told his son to go to New Zealand for a golf tournment and a wedding of his caddie. Earl Woods died a couple of days after Tiger got back from his trip. Tiger would say later that his father said he did not want him hanging around on a “death watch”.
I think Angelina knew her mother was not “fine” but was fighting and that Marcheline wanted her to continue to live her life.
Quote from People Magazine-Family of The Year issue:
Looking ahead to the new year, “my wish each day is that everybody stays healthy,”say Jolie. “That’s the only thing I want- to have as much time together as we can all have.”
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My deepest sympathy goes out to Angelina on what should be one of the lowest points of her life in losing her mother. If there is one thing I hope Angelina learns during her mourning is that life is far too short and she needs to realize she still has a father that loves her and wants a relationship with her. She just needs to meet him halfway before its too late.
I am watching a show on E that I had Tivo’d earlier and they had broken in and interrupted the show to announce Marcheline’s death. I can’t think of any other famous people they would do that for. It just shows how much the world loves Angelina.
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January 28th, 2007 at 11:00 pm
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lylian Says:
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Tiger Woods father was dying of cancer but he told his son to go to New Zealand for a golf tournment and a wedding of his caddie. Earl Woods died a couple of days after Tiger got back from his trip. Tiger would say later that his father said he did not want him hanging around on a “death watch”.
I think Angelina knew her mother was not “fine” but was fighting and that Marcheline wanted her to continue to live her life.
Quote from People Magazine-Family of The Year issue:
Looking ahead to the new year, “my wish each day is that everybody stays healthy,”say Jolie. “That’s the only thing I want- to have as much time together as we can all have.”
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My heart goes out to Angelina and James in their time of sorrow.
Alero….I was going to refer to that same quote from People Magazine. I think Angelina knew that this was coming. I’m certain her mother was glad that Brad was in her life, and she was able to see all of Angelina’s dreams of a family come true.
I hope the media will give them privacy as they deal with this loss.
I’m really sorry for Angie. She lost not only mommy but Bestfriend. So sad.
#339
Actually her release said to send donations in lieu of FLOWERS not
any form of condolences.
My sincere condolences to the family. Perhaps, all those who found Ms. Joile’s mood at the GG to be questionable, will now regret their negative comments.
So sorry for thier loss … at such a young age.
It’s such a terrible circumstance to visit you guys, but I want to leave my thoughts among friends of what I sadly learned reading the news crawl this evening.
My heart is heavy for Angie’s loss of her mother, who was her cherished friend and heroine. Marcheline was an inspiration for all cancer patients battling for their lives, as she was a survivor for over 5 years. The five-year mark is a major milestone to reach for all cancer patients and survivors, usually a period for a celebration of life won. I’m saddened she couldn’t be a further model of strength for milestones further out in time. But she will continue to be my inspiration in spirit and for cancer patients.
My deepest condolences and sympathies go out to Angie and her family.
I don’t want to make this post anything about me so I will leave with just special hellos to all my friends and fellow BAMZSers. You all are frequently in my thoughts.
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dragonfly Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 5:23 pm
I am saddened by this news, I know that it is never easy to deal with the loss of a loved one, no matter how much advance warning you may have. I am glad Angie has such a wonderful support in Brad. He will surround her with his love and help her through it. I am glad he and the children are in her life. This is another life even that will draw them closer together.
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I so agree dragonfly. I actually cried when I heard. It’s funny how a picture says a thousand words, you can almost feel Marcheline’s sweet nature emanating from her pictures, and that is always how Angelina describes her. The fortunate sweet part in all of this is that while Angie and Jamie have always had each other to lean on and gain support from — now, there are 4 more beautiful people who will be their strength and help them through this, Brad, Maddox, Zahara and Shiloh. I agree with whoever said Marcheline had to be at peace seeing Brad come into Angie’s life and be her partner and see them create such a loving family. I believe Marcheline loved Brad like a son — Angelina truly gave her whole family a gift when she fell in love with such a solid, loving man.
But man, I guess the vultures will be out soon – trying to glimpse Angelina in her grief and get pics of her family…or starting some Jon Voight mess….or camping out on hospital grounds and at funeral homes…I pray these trashy tabs give them a break in all of this, but somehow I know they won’t.
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alero Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:00 pm
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lylian Says:
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Tiger Woods father was dying of cancer but he told his son to go to New Zealand for a golf tournment and a wedding of his caddie. Earl Woods died a couple of days after Tiger got back from his trip. Tiger would say later that his father said he did not want him hanging around on a “death watch”.
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Yes, I think that’s the way it is for many cancer sufferers. They don’t want a death watch, perhaps because they still want to live – if you know what I mean. They don’t want to be constantly reminded that their family and friends are gathered around spending time with them saying good bye. I must confess that I went up to see my own aunt just to say goodbye. I did that because it was good for me and it was good for my cousins to know that their mother was important enough for me to make a special 4 hour trip to see her. But to be honest, I’m not convinced it was the best thing for my aunt coz she knew why we were coming. However, like the trooper that she was, she was gracious and brave, holding it together for her family, to the very end.
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susie Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:13 pm
#339
Actually her release said to send donations in lieu of FLOWERS not
any form of condolences.
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Susie – You have every right in the world to send a card of sympathy is you choose to. I don’t understand why certain people think they need to dictate to the rest of us on how we handle this. When a family requests donations instead of flowers, that does NOT mean they are saying “take that $3.00 that you’d spend on a card and send a check”.
Do what feels right to you and all will be right with the world.
Good night and sweet dreams all. It’s nice to know yheir is a new special Angel watching over us.
302 Alexanderina : January 28th, 2007 at 9:52 pm
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310 Missouri Fan : January 28th, 2007 at 10:09 pm
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Hey you two. I feel like we’ve been at a family gathering for a loved one whose passed on. Sad as I am, I’m just so happy her mom got to witness her job well done, and when the grieving abates, and it will, Angelina & Jamie will find peace in the love their mom gave them, the sacrifices she made, and the memories that are theirs and theirs alone and no one can take from them.
I’m out for the evening, but you guys have a great night.
jpf
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susie Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:13 pm
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yes that is what it said. i think it would do angie alot of good to see an outpouring of love in the form of cards and letters from her fans. She has Brad and her children but it always helps to know that you and your family are loved and people are thinking and praying for you during such a heart-breaking time. I plan on sending her a card of sympathy if I can find an address
my deepest condolences to the bertrand family as well the jolie-pitt family. i hope the media will let her and the family grieve in private, and not exploit it for fianancial gain.
On the issue of whether to send condolence cards or not, I think it is OK. Angelina’s wishes were – don’t send flowers, just give the money to the cancer foundation. However, cards or a message are probably OK. She will have her personal assistant help manage it.
I remember an article I read a couple of years ago by a journalist whose father had passed away. She wrote that she was so glad that so many people came to her father’s wake. In my part of the world, you go to a wake for 2 reasons – (1) to honour the relationship with the deceased and (2) you go as a friend or colleague of the family to show your support to the family – even though you may not have known the deceased. This journalist wrote how grateful she was that her father’s friends showed up but also, how many of her own friends showed up too to support her.
Web Site: Ryan Seacrest Productions
http://www.ryanseacrest.com/
Let’s remember Marcheline Bertrand in our prayers, a great mother to Angelina and James, a mother in law of Brad Pitt, and a grandmother to Maddox, Zahara and Shiloh. She was the first and foremost teacher and confidant to Angelina and James: who taught them to become great human beings…May she rest in peace…
My mother also died at the age of 56 of breast cancer. The day she died, part of me died as well. It’s been years now since her passing, yet the pain is still there (just easier to manage each day). I miss her all the time. One thing that comforts me, are the beautiful memories that I have of her. And I thanked her in my heart, the moral strength that she taught us, that made us who we are today.
Cindy2____ OMG- this makes it a little less painless to share Angies pain. How are you honey?. We ALL miss you.. I just feel so bad for Angie and James. OK, talk to us C2 we all waited long enough!!! Kidding, just really miss you and your extremely wise posts! :lol: No pressure but will you post for awhile, otherwise I am going to bed?
Thank you all for the support tonight. I have been attacked by 2 people and I am not sure why. I love BAMZS snfd wish the best in the world for them and would never say or do anything hurtful to them. My prayers and thoughts are with them. Thank you again.
no one said sorry for Jon Voight. And as sorry as i am for her mother death and her pain. I also think that Jon voight will be sad too. Im just asking that he be included in the condolences. The mother of his two kids, his ex-wife has just died. I think he will be sad too
Dear Mr. Seacrest,
Why does the media continue to bash Brad & Angelina but, forget about others like;
Julia Roberts (w/Danny M.)
Meg Ryan (w/Russell C.)
Kate Hudson (w/Owen W.)
Tom Cruise (w/Penelope C.)
Denise Richards (w/Richie S.)
Charlie Sheen (& call girls)
Donald Trump (w/two misstresses/wives)
Claire Danes (w/Mary L. Parkers fiance – she was 8mo. pregnant!)
Antonio Bandaras (w/Melanie G.)
Jennifer Lopez (w/Ben A.)
Not to mention, Goldie Hawn (w/Kurt R.), Elizabeth Taylor (w/Eddie F.) & Frank Sinatra — just to name a few!
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susie Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:33 pm
Thank you all for the support tonight. I have been attacked by 2 people and I am not sure why. I love BAMZS snfd wish the best in the world for them and would never say or do anything hurtful to them. My prayers and thoughts are with them. Thank you again.
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Any time….it is obviously a stressful time for fans, but we should be nice to one another, at least.
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Can’t take it anymore Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:35 pm
Stop trying to start trouble in this thread. there are other places you can use for your nonsense.
Angelina and her family are in my prayers ……deepest sympathies to the Jolie-Pitts and heartfelt appreciation to Marcheline for raising such wonderful, caring children.
Jolie4Ever – Where are you?
i may get bashed for this but i know i love AJ i am a huge fan, anyone that knows me know this. iam 90% straight 10% gay for AJ.
I also have a close knit family and cant get over that she cannot forgive her father. Me and my dad have never been separated for more then 3 months. I love him so much, i cant imagine what would keep me mad at him. Unless he physically or sexually abused any of my future kids…which will never happen because he is amazing. A part of me wish that AJ should cling to the parent that she has alive, exhaust all her options to have some sort of relationship with him. He helped create her. He was a sh1tty dad but some people can recover from that. I hope her mom encouraged her to forgive her father.
i want JV to be a part of AJ’s life
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mkjs Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:33 pm
no one said sorry for Jon Voight. And as sorry as i am for her mother death and her pain. I also think that Jon voight will be sad too. Im just asking that he be included in the condolences. The mother of his two kids, his ex-wife has just died. I think he will be sad too
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I so agree with you.
mkjs Says: Because, he dumped her when Angie was 2 MONTHS old and James was about 2 or three. NOPE nothing to say to that ****-hole JV , NEVER!!!! I hope he is not invited to the private funeral………….. Sorry Hon, thats the way I feel.
well they divorced in 1978. Aj was 3. Doesnt make it any better. But he was a ****** father, he was devoted to his acting, but that doesnt mean he didnt love his children. He was unfaithful, so many men are. Just that Marcheline was strong enough to divorce him. Im just saying if the father of my kids died. I would be sad. I created life with him, he is the reason for my two blessings. without him Marchline would not have AJ and JH. We need to be a little more forgiving
A rite of passage such as death can bring family closer together. Condolences to James & Angelina. My deepest sympathy to Jon Voight as well. Marcheline was the mother of of his two children .
I pray the family can mourn in peace.
mkjs,
I hate people who try to push the relationships they have with their parents onto other people.
Unless you’ve been there, don’t judge.
I’m sure she has good reason for not having him in her life, as I have good reason for not having my father in mine.
Good for you and the life you are living. It’s not my life and I, as well as Jolie I’m sure, could do without the holier than thou, I love my dad why don’t you speech.
Not to be mean but . . .
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Original jpf Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:24 pm
302 Alexanderina : January 28th, 2007 at 9:52 pm
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310 Missouri Fan : January 28th, 2007 at 10:09 pm
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Hey you two. I feel like we’ve been at a family gathering for a loved one whose passed on. Sad as I am, I’m just so happy her mom got to witness her job well done, and when the grieving abates, and it will, Angelina & Jamie will find peace in the love their mom gave them, the sacrifices she made, and the memories that are theirs and theirs alone and no one can take from them.
I’m out for the evening, but you guys have a great night.
jpf
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Hiya jpf, I so agree with you. She did an amazing job raising Angie and James all by herself, she was a remarkable woman and may she rest in peace.
Good night jpf and I am out as well
I really do not think it is the right time to discuss issues. Healing must take place and then issues will be resolved. Best wishes to JPs and James.
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alero Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:00 pm
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Tiger Woods father was dying of cancer but he told his son to go to New Zealand for a golf tournment and a wedding of his caddie. Earl Woods died a couple of days after Tiger got back from his trip. Tiger would say later that his father said he did not want him hanging around on a “death watch”.
I think Angelina knew her mother was not “fine” but was fighting and that Marcheline wanted her to continue to live her life.
Quote from People Magazine-Family of The Year issue:
Looking ahead to the new year, “my wish each day is that everybody stays healthy,”say Jolie. “That’s the only thing I want- to have as much time together as we can all have.”
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ITA. Angie’s mom probably told her to just go on w/her life and continue the things that she is doing.
Sad day for the family. 56 is way too young.
well death teaches us the things that are really important. Forginess.
“Ive been trying to get down to the heart of the matter…..forgiveness, forgiveness, even if even if you dont love me anymore.”
Thank you Jared for posting this thread, especially today.
Through my love and admiration for Angie and Brad, I feel as if I have lost a loved one too. I’ve been tearing up off and on all day today, just thinking about Angie’s pain. It’s hard to explain this feeling to others, so this has been such a welcoming source to come to, as we share our thoughts, and extend our heartfelt condolences and love. So, to all the BAMZS fans out there, thanks for sharing, and being there today.
My love and prayers to Angie, James, Brad and the whole family.
Yep Jon has to be feeling grief too. I read that he had visited Marcheline recently.
Condolences to him too.
blue diamonds– OK, agree to disagree…
~~~blue diamonds, cutiepie, susie, mkjs, JR, NORA ~~~~
mourn in peace … there is a time for reconcilation if it’s at all deserving , don’t force the issue. ~ peace ~
Jon has to be feeling grief too. I read somewhere that he had visited Marcheline recently. My condolences to him too.
I am truly sorry for your lost, Ms Jolie, my mother died 29 years ago of ovarian cancer when she was only 49 years old my age now. I miss her every day and know how you must be feeling. Time heals pain but you will never forget her.
I add my condolences as well to Jon Voight…. and the Bertrand family who I forgot to mention earlier. As to a reconciliation between Angie and Jon, well, I hope Angie does what she feels in her heart she needs to do whether that be reconciling with her father or not. There are just some things that only our very private souls know is best for us.
I just donated to Women’s Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai in honor of Marcheline Bertrand and in my comment I asked them to let Angie know that she has a lot fans at Jared Jared. I am going to make a handmade sympathy card and send it to her, Brad, James, M, Z and Shiloh.
May Barcheline rest in peace.
its not forcing the issue. Its very relevant. While most people are expressing their condolences to everyone but Jon voight, i am just making a point to see if someone else may remember he was married to Marchline. Everyone is talking about what they hope this will resolve or/and explain. Thanking people in her life and hoping she heals. Im very relavent in saying hoping she forgives, and stating what i hope this resolve and experience. Im sure in the end she will do what she feels is best for her and her family.
I think Angelina should do whatever is best and the healthiest for HER and her family. If that means making up with Jon… good for them. if not… then that’s ok too.
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mkjs Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:33 pm
no one said sorry for Jon Voight. And as sorry as i am for her mother death and her pain. I also think that Jon voight will be sad too. Im just asking that he be included in the condolences. The mother of his two kids, his ex-wife has just died. I think he will be sad too
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mkjs…I am sorryful for all those who loved Marcheline. I’m sure Jon is one of them.
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mmm Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 9:44 pm
I’m sure Angelina knows her fans support her. We like everyone else should give her family some space. I don’t want to hear anything about Angelina or the passing of her mother by news outlets that have no reason to put this news up. I don’t want it to be discussed on The View, or other entertainment shows or tabloids. It’s not news to the general public. Her fans know where to get news. American serviceman/women passed as well over the weekend. That is more relavent news.
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STFU. Tell it to Oprah and Chin Maniston who wasted oh-so-precious air time lying about her latest boob job and talking about the tabloids instead of discussing “American serviceman/women.” I didn’t hear you squawking about THAT not being “relavent.” Yet you’d begrudge news outlets announcing Angelina’s mother’s death? Sit and spin….and learn to spell.
mkjs,
You are forcing the issue and it’s only relevant to you.
Marcheline might have written she didn’t want him there. He’s been her ex for years and she might not care for him much.
Does that do it for you?
If you care so much for Jon Voight and his pain, why don’t you send him card.
Found on a Brad and Angelina site.
“On one of Angelina’s site, the poster (cristine) who was the first to post about Angie’s mom’s death yesterday (Saturday) before the media reported it this morning also had this to say:
okey let me tell you more. i’m a nurse and my best friend is also a nurse who had the pleasure and honor of taking care of, she said:” a very lively,down to earth always positive and very beautiful lovely woman” who looks like AJ who’s been battling cancer for almost 8yrs. Marceline was well loved by the nurses at cedars b/c of her great qualities. last nite at about 6pm my friend called to tell me that cedars is in so much in chaos b/c brad and angie were there and marceline just passed away. she said tons of paparatzis all around the hosp. that brads bodyguards cannot do anything, so they called the hospital security 2dozens of them came to contained the ppl around. brad and angie had to be taken by the heliport to be able to leave the hospital. also my friend told me that angie was crying hard and brad was w/ her the whole time embracing her not letting go. she said very obvious that brad is so much in love w/ the body language.also her brother james was there.no sign of jon voight.she also said that angie is thinner now than when she 1st saw her before. still very beautiful without make up. okey sweetie i hope this is enough info! talk to you later!”
My mistake…
May Marcheline Bertrand rest in peace..
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcheline_Bertrand
A woman, a mother , daughter, sister passed away on Saturday. Can you people give her some peace? To post hate and lectures to people expressing love to her and her family. I don’t know how or why your heart is so cold to attack people that are only showing kindness. But whatever is wrong with you seek help and stop inflicting it on others.
Thank you Jared. and may she rest in peace. She was and is an inspiration.
My condolences to Angelina Jolie and her family.
She was very close to her mother.
I hate the paparazzi!
Good night, peeps!
Jon Voight has visited Marcheline at the hospital recently.
Thanks * for the info. That was so nice of Brad giving the all-love support to Angie. I hope they will have a private mourning without the papparazzis. They need their space.
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mjks -
dont force your opinion on people. only God knows your true intent. sometimes haters could be disguising their concern.
peace
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Lula29 Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 12:19 am
mkjs,
You are forcing the issue and it’s only relevant to you.
Marcheline might have written she didn’t want him there. He’s been her ex for years and she might not care for him much.
Does that do it for you?
If you care so much for Jon Voight and his pain, why don’t you send him card.
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I think ‘mkjs’ and ‘blue diamond’ and ‘mmm’ — either all, or at least one of them is that creepy Skylar Shae girl Voight hangs out with – you know, his supposed ‘goddaughter.’
No need to be dude’s champion here hon’ – the best thing he can do for all concerned is to seek therapy his damned self, and perhaps invite Angie and James to participate in sessions that will enlighten him as to why he chose to abandon his family, not nurture/establish relationships with his kids, and why he didn’t respct Angelina and her choices (I personally believe it’s because he doesn’t REALLY value females — he always seems to be more enamoured of the men in Angie’s life and place greater stock in them than his own amazing daughter).
When I think of the films he’s done, particularly ‘The Champ,’ (playing the devoted father and boxer to young Ricky Schroeder) but other roles as well, where he plays sensitive, caring and passionate men…I have to wonder how the man IRL was able to reconcile what he had done to his young family.
The man needs to admit to, and explore his own issues, and maybe…just maybe…James and Angelina will take him seriously.
wow, lulu dont be so offensive about it. But angie has half of jon’s blood running through her viens. I am a huge fan of angelina, because my thought process dont go inline with yours does not mean that i am not. Its overzealous of you to act my care about JV feelings are misplaced. Can’t angie’s fans differ without being ridicued?
i read comments here more then i post. And i just remember why
R.I.P. marcheline bertrand. condolences to angelina, james and family
wow…I guess this JJ site is read only because anyone that disagree is a hater. I am a hater who loves AJ and spends her time and money on AJ’s site like souliejolie.com or dontate to the unhcr. I am no troll. I come here because everyone else post disgusting stuff on their boards. dlisted.com, perez and even us weekly. But you can express your opinion but i cant? who’s forcing anything. merely suggesting. If suggesting qualifies as forcing then, we need to amend that definition
Why don’t we leave our condolences and let the family resolve their problems in private. Angie wants her father to resolve the problem in private. Please let us respect Angie’s privacy at this time.
Please people, PEACE.
lets not make this all about mkjs or Jon voight.
Sometimes the BAMZS fans here are cruel.
maybe AJ does not need to reconcile with her dad, but some people act like knowing little facts about her live as being fans constitute to knowing what her family went through or how her father feels. Its like AJ is your sister and JV is your dad, tahts why one will be so upset at him. I am a very objective person at nature, thats her i am, i dont subjectify things too much. But some people truly act like they really know
oh well i have stated my peace
RIP Marcheline may 9, 1950 -jan 27, 2007
mkjs,
You can differ, don’t be so sensitive.
It’s overzealous of you to feel like you know Angelina’s relationship with her father and how it came to be what it is. I mean, what do you know of why their relationship broke down and who are you to judge her decision. You might read about the relationship in the papers, but you don’t know what happened between them.
I’m a fan, but I don’t feel it’s my position to preach to Angelina that she needs to love her father the way I see it because I’m a fan and I say so.
Jon Voight made the decision about how he would maintain the bloodline he created. If he was so cavalier with it than he gets that due. It might not be pretty to see, but it was his choice. If he cared so much about his half of the blood he should have respected more, he didn’t so this is the fall out.
That said, none of us know what Marcheline wants. Maybe she wouldn’t want him there.
Jon Voight didn’t die today. Marcheline did. I think it’s unfair to judge a family we don’t know anything except what we read in the papers on this day.
I’m sorry if I offended you, but I was kind of offended my you myself.
I call truce.
My condolences to Jolie/Pitt and their family. May Marcheline RIP.
I don’t believe
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January 29th, 2007 at 12:19 am
Found on a Brad and Angelina site.
“On one of Angelina’s site, the poster (cristine) who was the first to post about Angie’s mom’s death yesterday (Saturday) before the media reported it this morning also had this to say:
okey let me tell you more. i’m a nurse and my best friend is also a nurse who had the pleasure and honor of taking care of, she said:” a very lively,down to earth always positive and very beautiful lovely woman” who looks like AJ who’s been battling cancer for almost 8yrs. Marceline was well loved by the nurses at cedars b/c of her great qualities. last nite at about 6pm my friend called to tell me that cedars is in so much in chaos b/c brad and angie were there and marceline just passed away. she said tons of paparatzis all around the hosp. that brads bodyguards cannot do anything, so they called the hospital security 2dozens of them came to contained the ppl around. brad and angie had to be taken by the heliport to be able to leave the hospital. also my friend told me that angie was crying hard and brad was w/ her the whole time embracing her not letting go. she said very obvious that brad is so much in love w/ the body language. also her brother james was there.no sign of jon voight.she also said that angie is thinner now than when she 1st saw her before. still very beautiful without make up. okey sweetie i hope this is enough info! talk to you later!”
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I know it’s intrusive, but I liked reading the parts in bold. I just feel better knowing that Angie and Jamie and the kids have Brad.
411,
I agree, the whole “Jolie should have a relationship with her dad” thing just makes me upset because I completely relate to Jolie and why she came to the decision she did.
I, however, don’t want to fight and will get myself together.
I’m sorry to all you guys for getting so upset and acting out how I did.
I call truce.
Angelina, Brad, James and children, I am so sorry you have lost her, and I wish you peace, which will come with time. I have always loved this line from a poem, the rest of which I do not remember, and the same is true of the author, but Masina’s post #296 @9:46pm reminded me of it:
“….and may bands of Angels sing you to your rest.”
I think it is beautiful, and I think they surely did so for Marcheline…
Cindy 2, Hello, I was so happy to see your post.
i already said that i dint know. Im just saying, out of this tragedy it would be nice, if she could reconnect to the other half of her. Wouldnt it be nice? maybe its idealistic but thats what i was thinking. cling on to the you have, you can never know what will happen.
lulu…truce
see i already said…i dont know how it is to not have a dad, cause my dad has always been in my life. and he has been the best person ever…ever. So i cant fathom anything that will make me not talk to him. I have some friends that had MIA dad, that after a tragedy reconnected. I kow my good friend, when he went for his grandfather funeral said he would not talk to his father…hadnt seen the guy in 15 years. But there is a certain emotion that helps you wonder what if. My best guy friend was in the same situation as angie..minus the fame. His dad hurt his mom by leacing and cheating. I saw all that anger turn around after 10 years, and they actually talk. This is where im coming from in making that suggestion. I understand that some may have different backgrounds in suggesting against. Dont be upset at me, i am a daddy’s brat at heart and soul.
mkjs,
I think that what ever AJ choose for herself is nice.
Hi Guli,
I came here and immediately posted my message without reading anything. I was completely shocked and saddened to read the news on tv.
I’ve finally caught up on this thread. My wish is for the fans to refrain from bickering even if we may happen to disagree with another – whether that be what any of us considers respectful. Do what is right in your heart as good intentions are honorable.
In addition to the donations to Cedar Sinai, I would like to highlight that under the Bush administration (no, this isn’t an anti-Bush speech so please don’t turn my message into a political diatribe) funding for cancer research was slashed. So, if you would like to be more proactive, you can write to your representatives in Congress (both Representative and Senators) to urge them to pass a budget with an increase to $5 billion for the National Institute of Cancer. More Americans die from cancer than heart diseases. (I would surmise that is the case for developed nations, too.) For some cancers the prognosis is grim, particularly for pancreatic cancers (stay away from sugar!).
I’ve been reading the latest news on cancer and the discoveries and research are promising. These discoveries are leading to different approaches to cancer treatments from the standard chemotherapy. But there is still a far ways to go, which requires lot of funds.
As the personal stories on this thread has shown, many of us either have been or will be touched by a loved one with cancer. To honor Marcheline and other cancer patients, you may simply write to your Congressmen. Search for their email address and it won’t even cost you a dime for postage and paper.
Guli, I know I’ve been awful with that letter and I have a lot on my hands. I won’t make any further definite promises than to say I will speak to you and the rest of friends and well-wishers next when that time comes of my post. I will tell you in advance that it may make it worth your while for the wait (not that I am intentionally dragging it out). Please be patient.
Be good to each other, be safe and be well everyone.
Take care.
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AddictedtoBAMZs
Hi to you, too, AddictedtoBAMZs. Your post wasn’t up when I was drafting my reply to Guli. I’ll have to leave a broad hi to everybody else.
Hope to talk you guys soon next, but you never know with me.
Mkjs,
Don’t try to revise history. Your initial posts were NOT discussing AJ and her Dad one day reuniting (contrary to your preconceived notions of the many posters here on these boards, some of us, I’d wager a LOT actually do hope that occurs…I am one…) – instead what YOU have commented on these boards tonight is; number 1) You have lectured us on including Jon Voight in our condolences – and questioning why we haven’t so far, and 2) You comment as if AJ should be the one to ‘forgive,’ her father.
People can wish for a reconciliation – and some of us do as stated — while still disagreeing on 1 & 2 above.
You are trying to backtrack now and say you were only discussing a ‘wouldn’t it be nice if they could kiss and make-up,’ scenario…that’s disingenuous, you came here asking why we didn’t put JV in our postings!
My condolences to the family
I just got on here to see if there’s a new B&A thread and here it is but it’s not a good one…This is such a heartbreaking news…No words can solace and fill the void of losing a loved one…My heartfelt condolences to Angie, James and their family.
I was upset after learning that Angie’s Mom Marcheline died yesterday. I would like to extend my Condolences to Voight/Bertrand family. Be strong Angie we are here all behind you.
CLINIQUA Says:
I share your feelings. I too feel so much better that James and Angelina have Brad, because they are in total shock at this time and need someone close to them that they trust to help with needed decisions. JV is of no assistance now same as he has not been for much of their lives. I do think JV is feeling some pain also but nothing compaired to what Angelina and James have to be feeling.
Angelina always spoke so lovingly of her mother. I read somewhere that Angelina spendt time with her mom two weekends ago, yes about the time of the GG. Angelina said in Vogue that “Brad was the person closest to her”, and he won’t let her down, he is a stand up man. Brad would visit Marcheline on his own and all the tabs even said they got along great, so he is also hurting. I think that Brad’s family will provide support to Angelina, James, and Brad. And hugging and kissing those three babies as their tears flow will be a great comfort to all three of them.
Just wondering why my post did not show up. Hmmm
My condolences also to Angelina and her brother James. I said a prayer for her Mother and may she rest in peace (she was so young). I still have my Mother but if and when i lose her i know it will be one of the toughest time in my life.Glad to hear Brad was by her side also.God Bless Them!!!!!!!!
Extending my condolences to Angelina, James,Jon,Brad, the kids & other family members. I will include them in my prayers. Peace to all
To Beautiful Angelina
I wish you sunshine on your path
and storms to season your journey.
I wish you peace-
in the world in which you live
and in the
smallest corner of the heart
where truth is kept…
More I cannot
wish you-except perhaps LOVE-
to make all the rest worthwhile….
Thinking of you and praying that you will be feeling better with each new day.
I love you, Brad, Maddox, Zahara and Shiloh..
With love,
Missouri Fan
Good night!
I’m so sorry to read about the death of Angelina’s mom. I’m happy for her that she has Brad and her children and also her brother.
We love you Angelina & your pain is also our pain, even if we do not know you personally. Donating money to Cedar Sinai Hospital will surely helps a lot of cancer victim in the future. It is such a terrible disease to get. It really consume your body & those loved ones involved. God, have mercy on the soul of Marcheline.
How sad, my condolences to AJ and her family!!!!
I am not going to read all the posts because it would only upset me if I read even just one negative comment on this thread – so I will just leave you guys with this poem that I found on the stationery studio web site…Nite y’all!!!
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You can shed tears that she is gone
Or you can smile because she has lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that she will come back
Or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left.
Your heart can be empty because you can’t see her
Or you can be full of the love that you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday
Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember her and only that she is gone
Or you can cherish her memory and let it live on.
You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back
Or you can do what she would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
To Angie – sending all my love and prayers your way.
♥♥♥
Jolie4ever
My heart and prayers go out to Angie and her family. Angie we love you. Rest In Peace Marcheline Bertrand
Condolence to Jolie-Pitts/Voight/Bertrand families. Take care Angie…Brad Loves You, James & the kids.
Very touching poem Jolie4ever. I love it. Oh gosh, my eyes are welling-up now.
I can’t sleep again, I hate that.
The passing of Marcheline really hit me today. I was numb-founded. I know it is expected that someday she will go but unfortunately the news still shock a lot of us. Happiness & thoughtful thoughts to Brad,Angie & kids & other family members for their loss***
Found at Souliejolie:
If you don’t mind, I would like to include a passage from Angie’s book, Notes from My Travels,” that I’ve always thought was so poignant. This took place when Angie was leaving for her first trip to Africa.
“My mom looked at me like I was her little girl. She smiled at me through her teary eyes. She is worried. As she hugged me good-bye, she gave me a specific message from my brother, Jamie. “Tell Angie I love her, and
to remember that if she’s ever scared, sad, or angry – look up at the night sky, find the second star on the right, and follow it straight on till morning.” That’s from Peter Pan, one of our favorite stories.”
God is watching you all. I hope you know the words you write here today and the thoughts you send out into the world will either come back to haunt you all or shower you with positive things in your life. Be careful of the words you write.
May Marcheline rest in peace and may God give the courage to her family to get during this time.
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CLINIQUA Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:19 pm
But man, I guess the vultures will be out soon – trying to glimpse Angelina in her grief and get pics of her family…or starting some Jon Voight mess….or camping out on hospital grounds and at funeral homes…I pray these trashy tabs give them a break in all of this, but somehow I know they won’t.
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Sadly the vultures have already taken photos of Brad & Angie in their vehicle. These people have absolutely no decency. I won’t even say “human” decency because they’re not human. They’re nothing but a pack of wild dogs who’d tear each other apart for the money shot of Angie and Brad at her mother’s funeral. Things are bad now, but unfortunately the closer the funeral gets the worse the razzi swarm will get.
I have had that Rolling Stones song “Angie” in my head for 3 days now,all day.
Re: the Jon V. issue, I think Angie made a decision to cut her out of her life for more reasons than his “Angie needs help” tv appearance, which was sick to do to your child. There must be more that we don’t know about.
I am also for letting go of the anger you have towards people, but it is her choice. He is pretty pathetic in that I often see him on tv talking about how much he admires her with his fake tears rolling.
You should check your facts straight JJ. Marcheline was born in Chicago, Illinois USA. She’s not french. She’s actually partly of native American (Haudenosaunee) descent.
To be more specific, she was an American actress of Canadian Indigenous Iroquois and Québécois descent. Don’t make her “french” just because you think it’s more “sophisticated”.
nite nite again, sleep with the angels, Macheline is one now.
I am so saddened by the news that Ms. Bertrand lost her battle with ovarian cancer. She no longer has to suffer the agony of everyday pain. As a result of her death, I send my heartfelt thoughts, prayers and condolences to the Jolie-Pitt, Haven and Bertrand family. My prayer is that they are all blessed with a comforter during this time of need.
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Passing Through Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:04 am
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CLINIQUA Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 11:19 pm
But man, I guess the vultures will be out soon – trying to glimpse Angelina in her grief and get pics of her family…or starting some Jon Voight mess….or camping out on hospital grounds and at funeral homes…I pray these trashy tabs give them a break in all of this, but somehow I know they won’t.
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Sadly the vultures have already taken photos of Brad & Angie in their vehicle. These people have absolutely no decency. I won’t even say “human” decency because they’re not human. They’re nothing but a pack of wild dogs who’d tear each other apart for the money shot of Angie and Brad at her mother’s funeral. Things are bad now, but unfortunately the closer the funeral gets the worse the razzi swarm will get.
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Unfortunetely those “vultures” are just doing their job, which is to please people like you and me who buy and read everything related to these people. Think about it, if there were no BAMSZ fans, there wouldn’t be any photogs chasing them everywhere. They just do this because pics of them sell very well. They will photograph them in the good days and in the bad days because people can’t get enough of them. You can say that they are pigs and inhuman all you want but at the end of the day, you WILL look at those pictures and some people are even going to surf the entire web to get a glimpse of them for whatever reason they may have. It’s sad but true.
Angie, all my condolences to you and your family. Your mother was a great person and you said she is the most compassionate person you ever met. She is blessed by God. Now her great spirit is always with you and your family. Now that you have people who deeply care you, I wish your pain and sorow will be eased.
Comig out of lurker mode:
The only thing more depressing than Marcheline passing away is that on other websites it still hasn’t stopped the hate being spewed at her and people saying that it is karma and what she deserved. Please show your support for Angie when you hear these vile statements being made.
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susie Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:05 am
I have had that Rolling Stones song “Angie” in my head for 3 days now,all day.
Re: the Jon V. issue, I think Angie made a decision to cut her out of her life for more reasons than his “Angie needs help” tv appearance, which was sick to do to your child. There must be more that we don’t know about.
I am also for letting go of the anger you have towards people, but it is her choice. He is pretty pathetic in that I often see him on tv talking about how much he admires her with his fake tears rolling.
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Supposedly, in one of Angie’s interviews, her estrangement from Voight was less about that appearance and more about a ‘letter’ he gave to Angie before one of her UN trips. Dropping her off at the airport, he told her not to open it until she was on her way, AJ said that she was so happy and touched that he had written her what she THOUGHT was a ‘farewell, I love you and good travels’ letter – but when she opened and read it later, it was like a punch in the stomach.
Voight had written some awful things, telling her she was a bad person and just ripping her. According to Angie, THIS is when she made the decision to not have him in her life. Not the tv interview and comment.
Here she was flying off into a possibly dangerous and remote area, to do important work for others, and a man she wanted to admire and love and have in her life – her FATHER, has just done the figurative equivalent of pushing her in front of a train.
Believe it or not the tv interview comment that he made, much like some recent comments that Angie has made, have been misinterpreted. HE actually never hauled off and said ‘Angie has mental problems.’ HE never said she did. He was actually repeating what she had discussed already in mags and interviews, and he characterized what she had described as ‘serious mental issues,’ (or words to that affect). The whole sentence from him went something like, ‘I never knew about the serious mental issues/problems she’s talked about.’
It wasn’t Voight saying his daughter was crazy, which is why that wasn’t the final straw with him and Angie, according to Angie – not that she wasn’t upset as he could have endangered the adoption…but it just wasn’t the final straw.
from faithinher Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:01 am
Found at Souliejolie:
If you don’t mind, I would like to include a passage from Angie’s book, Notes from My Travels,” that I’ve always thought was so poignant. This took place when Angie was leaving for her first trip to Africa.
“My mom looked at me like I was her little girl. She smiled at me through her teary eyes. She is worried. As she hugged me good-bye, she gave me a specific message from my brother, Jamie. “Tell Angie I love her, and
to remember that if she’s ever scared, sad, or angry – look up at the night sky, find the second star on the right, and follow it straight on till morning.” That’s from Peter Pan, one of our favorite stories.”
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OMG, I love this so much.
I do not like to bash anyone at this time of sorrow but JV did prevent Angie going for her UN work and when she resisted he publically declair that she was crazy.
And Angie said people were holding her not to grow. I think this said enought about her father.
I’m sure Angie loves her father, but probably choose to distance herself because he probably cause more pain than good when he is around. She have been there, done that, and have seen it all. I believe she choose to focus her energy on positive things in life such as her family and her work.
Long time lurker coming out to express my condolences to Angie, Brad, their children, James, and all those who knew and loved Marcheline.
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svelte_vegan Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:31 am
Comig out of lurker mode:
The only thing more depressing than Marcheline passing away is that on other websites it still hasn’t stopped the hate being spewed at her and people saying that it is karma and what she deserved. Please show your support for Angie when you hear these vile statements being made.
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Don’t bring it here. Let those few people rot in the living hell they have created for themselves.
I am so saddened and shocked by this news. My heart goes out to Angelina, her brother. Brad and the kids. Losing your mother is beyond painful. There is comfort in knowing Marcheline is no long suffering and that she had her loved ones near her on her final day. My deepest condolences to them all.
I can’t help but imagine that Marche’s dying wish was for Brad & James to take good good care of her baby and their family. And Brad probably said in that tearful moment holding her hand and Angie’s: “Mom, I promise with all my heart to love and care for your daughter and family the way you did. Do not ever worry yourself. I give you my word…”
Fans of BAMZS, please ignore the negative comments. Show them that fans of BAMZS are a classy group.
I hope that Angelina will stay strong during this very difficult time. I think she is lucky to have Brad by her side right now and just maybe this will be a truning point towards a good relationship between Angelina and her Dad.
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Babel Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2
……To be more specific, she was an American actress of Canadian Indigenous Iroquois and Québécois descent. Don’t make her “french” just because you think it’s more “sophisticated”.
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“Quebecois” is french canadian in Quebec, so Jolie’s mom has some french blood in her family.
I also feel very sad for the death of Marchelina\e Bertrand, my condolences to Angie and her family.
I wish BAMZSers keep united. Don’t fight at least for now.
oops meant turning point
I am not balanced on the paparazzi tip. I hate them hounding the First Family, but I oogle over pictures of them. I saw the pictures of Brange in the white jeep because I was seeking them out. I would like to see a picture of Brad comforting Ange, so I am not sure if I should now come and say here damn the paps!
Angelina .. I wish I could hold you and comfort you right now!
Condolence to Jolie-Pitts, Voight, Bertrand families. May God Almighty continue to strengthen them and protect them.
I love Angelina and I hope everything is fine for her family in these sad moments. I agree that there have been nasty comments on other sites but some fans of our beloved family are paying too much attention to the haters. They are fighting back and saying nasty words in these threads making this moment sadder. I just hope that these AJ’s fans do not belong to the BAMSZ family, and if they are, they should just let the haters do what they do best. I agree with Kay, BAMSZ fans have to show them who the classy ones are.
I really cannot believe people could be so mean and heartless, i have never been an adherent fan of hers, but never in my life would i ever wish the death of anyone close to her noone deserves that noone, and whomever you are saying this is karma that is just mean and plainly stupid , i am really angry that people actually have such wicked hearts. God really punishes hertless people , and i am sure whomever you are claiming to support would never wish evil on anybody.
My condolences to her and her family and please i would like you all to pray if you do for cancer sufferers everywhere it is really becoming rampant, old ,young they are dying and also many survive but not as many should , i go to an hospital here in Britain that deals with cancer especially kids’ and oh my God i cried and became more grateful for what i have it is just the most sad and also pleasant place to be the kids are so strong and enpowering .
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ANGIE AND HER FAMILY
It is very unnecessary to discuss the relationship between Jon Voigh and his children, specially on a day when they lost someone very close to them.
We don’t really know what kind of relationship Marcheline and Jon had in the recent years.
There are people in this life who are not born to be a parent or/and husband. I wish like everybody that these people know themselves and never get married or/and become a parent. Unfortunatelly, it doesn’t happen like we wish most of the time. Then, we end up having families like Jon Voigh and his children.
It is out of subject but there are people also who don’t believe in an adoption. It seems like Jon Voigh might be a person who never to be ready for being a husband, parent and believes in an adoption.
Most of us don’t approve what he thinks and believes but we ought to respect him.
May Marcheline be in peace now. God bless all of them.
my condolences to Angie, Brad, the children and her brother…
i just log-in and did not expect this news… its so sad…
may her soul rest in peace…
i also pray for strength and courage for this family… hope that this circumstances will help them grow closer.. cherish and love each other more…
May Angelina find solace and strenght from her love Brad and their beautiful children…It must very hard to lose a loved one specially one’s mother. but knowing that Angelina’s very close to her mom…it added more pain
Angelina will get comfort from BRAD her love, and their lovely children.. I’m so relieve that she has Brad on her side during this sad and difficult time. to the Jolie-Pitts, my sincere sympathy… And MAY OUR DEAR LORD IN HEAVEN GIVE MS. BERTRAND ETERNAL PEACE and HAPPINESS FREE FROM PAIN…I”M SURE SHE IS NOW HAPPY WATCHING OVER HER DEAR DAUGHTER and GRANDCHILDREN…she passed away happy knowing she had three beautiful grandchildren and a very solid and loving SON IN-LAW in the person of BRAD. GOD BLESS THE JOLIE-PITTS
Brad and the kids will be her strength.She has got someone to lean on and he is the kind of person who will help her get through this.I think Brad is in pain too,he used to visit Angelina’s mom a lot I have seen pics of him going in and out.god bless all of them and help them during this sad time.
I’m also comforted by the thought that BP is going to help AJ get through this. The Gods have a way of taking care of things and I believe Mercherline Bertrend was at peace knowing she was leaving her daughter in very capable hands. God bless the JPs, James Haven and the Bertrends.
Cindy2
Good to see your post….wish it was under different circumstances but it’s always nice to hear from an old friend. Be well and know you’re always in our thoughts and prayers.
I extend my condolences to the Bertrand / Voight families.
I was in total shock when I saw a little clipping regarding the news in a freebie newspaper handed out after office hours in the train station. I found myself in deep consolation. My prayers are with the late Marcheline, her kids and grandchildren and relatives. May she rest in peace.
A little respect from the paparazzis will do in accord to Angie’s family bereavement. That’s my ultimate wish right now. Allow the family to mourn privately.
My dear Angie,
I lost my mom at age 60 but I always comforted myself by saying that “Only the Good Die Young”. My heartfelt grief goes out to you, your family, and your brother James on this very sad occasion. I lost my mom and other family members to various forms of cancer so I know the emotional toll it takes on the entire family. Be brave in your grief Angie and please know that your fans are grieving with you, you are not alone. Think of the wonderful life your mom has had despite her illness and the legacy she has left behind in you, your kids and your brother.Think of the happiness she felt when ever she looked at you, your babies, and your brother knowing that Life’s race was well run and life’s work well done. Angie, she knew the time had come to let go. You would be able to go on without her because of the woman you have become. Don’t be sad, be the great mom she was to you to your children, that would make her happy because she is looking down at you.
Have just logged on & am so shocked! I hadn’t heard any reference to her mum being so sick.
She was so young! What a sad time for Angie’s family, & so sad to think of all the years she’ll miss as Grandma. But as so many have already said, I bet she died in peace knowing how happy Angie is now with her wonderful family, and with her focus on such meaningful goals in life.
All my condolences to Angie & all the family.
Angie must feel like an oprhan now that she has lost her mom she must be saying that to brad because she has no relashonship whatso ever to her dad.. U know he wasnt there for her in her life much and he didnt treat her mom well and then for him to judge her and he wasnt there and for her mom to be there every step of the way in her life and not judge her baby one bit i know why she suffers.
Maniston fans are some hard hearted F*ckers I tell you for them to be saying bullS*hit like that…sorry but i think it’s so immature and disrespectful.Hopfully brad and angie can find Solace in this hurtful moarning time.
Preggy -Can’t you keep your dirty thoughts to yourself?
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******* paparazzis, why not give them a break while she deals with the dead of her mother.
This is news to me. I couldn’t log in all weekend or watch television. So very sorry for your loss Angelina and Family. Hope you find confort in knowing that she’s in a better place with the Lord.
Condolences to Angie and family.
I too send my heartfelt condolences to the Jolie-Pitt’s tonight; losing a parent is NEVER easy. The same goes without saying to parents losing their children. 4 parents they believe that b/c they’re older THEY should go first; children believe their parent will be around forever–Well, not forever, but for A LONG, LONG time.
I loss both my parents as an adult–Feeling helpless & without guidance in life; it made me… empty inside. But with time the pain of loss lessens & happy memories remain. They will survive this & be stronger 4 the love of a wonderful person.
To those who said that Marcheline’s “cancer” was a “publicty stunt” & other nasty insinuations; the tabs’ editors for their lies and callousness; the paps [no surprise there] 4 intruding on the family’s grief to get pictures–I say shame on you all! All of you have loved ones who will die someday. NO-ONE’S IMMORTAL… pray there are people [family, friends & strangers] around you with love & compassion to help YOU grieve.
Here’s a little life lesson: When famed baseball player Joe DiMaggio passed away March 8, 1999 it was revealed by those close to him that he never got over the death of the “love of his life” Marilyn [Monroe]. He was once known for his kindness & patience when interviewed that it shocked many when he apparently “turned” on reporters during the 60′s, & no longer speaking to them.
There was a good reason for that. Today, measures are taken to ensure that funerals of the famous are either private [at undisclosed locations] or if it’s public [like with Elvis] that nothing horrible re: paps, etc. takes place to ruin the service.
Not so at Marilyn’s funeral. Joe DiMaggio was the one who took it on himself to see to her burial– But his eyes were force open to see ugliness that day. The “press” [as they were called back then] acted like rabid dogs: pushing the attendants who were opening the back doors of hearse to remove her coffin away to get “money” shots; trampling flower beds in front of the church to get shots of grief-stricken faces… Worse yet, pushing and shoving each other at the cemetery to the point of knocking over a gravestone!
The moral of the story? Ugliness exists in many narrow-minded, callous and ignorant people that makes me wonder sometimes if it wouldn’t be better if the world was destroyed in some way… But as my mother used to say: “If the world ended because of a nuclear war, for example, the ‘bad’ people would be gone… but so too the GOOD ones. So better to be one of the latter & pity the former b/c they don’t know anything better.”
Sorry to bring this here as it may not be appropriate. I just had to get it off my chest. And here’s hoping the paps are kept on TIGHT LEASHES in the Jolie-Pitt’s time of grief. I’ll be good, & not intrude by surfing 4 pics of them for awhile. Of course, if there are shots unrelated to Marcheline’s death [i.e. new BB pics or other movie stills] I’ll look at those.
My heart, thoughts and well wish go out to this wonderful family.
je suis tres triste et navrée d’apprendre cette nouvelle;mes prieres vont vers angelina et sa famille
FRENCH =MORE SOPHISTICATED??? BUT WHY???BOFFFFF n’importe quoi,à moins que vous me l’expliquez avec des arguments car franchement j’arrive pas à le piger!!!!!!!!!
My condolences to angie, james and their family and my prayers are with Marcheline.
Angie is truly admirable, not once did she talked about her Mom’s illness in the media for 7 years for publicity purposes, the only time of course was only recently when LK asked her about it.
I think her Mom was already having chemo treatment when that pic with her in 2001. You can tell her Mom had gained weight(effects of chemo for some patients), she was so slim in her 1998 photo and with really nice long hair. I think she cut hair during chemo treatment as she was losing them. And yet in the pic they look happy, I think thats how they accepted their Mom’s illness, they battled it and try to beat it for the last 7 years and as Angie said, her mom’s spirits remained high despite the illness.
guntherette Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 7:02 am
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ta vu? c’est trop triste,tu es française?
For those who want to hear Angelina talking about her mom and the inspiration she has been to her,you can go to absolumentmentjolie.com then go to multimedia-video then awards shows then under MISC you will find the 11th annual premiere magazine women in hollywood awards,thats the one it will take a few mnutes to Angelina’s speech,its amazing the love she has for her mom.sorry I don’t know how to post it here,I hope someone will.
I found this comment from someone who knew Marcheline yrs ago:
Marilyn Alfano KnickrehmJan 29th, 2007 – 02:56:37
I was privileged to sit with Marcia (as she was known to us) on the bus going to school at Elizabeth Seton Catholic High School during Freshman year, as she was from St Mary’s Parish in Riverdale, & I also lived in Riverdale, but had graduated from Queen of Apostles School, which was also in Riverdale…I too am battling cancer for the second time in 7 1/2 yrs, although it is breast cancer, & I also became a new grandmother 2 yrs ago to a beautiful baby girl, Jenna Leigh, born to the oldest of my 2 wonderful daughters (I also have 2 wonderful sons), & am very close to all of them as Marcia was to her children…Even though I had remarried several years after my divorce from their father, I, too, had almost single-handedly raised all 4 of my children, as did Marcia…I had wished there had been some way that I could have been able to ‘reconnect’ with her after she had moved away from the South Suburbs of Chicago to L.A. in 1966, but could not find a way…My own Father died this past Monday, after a long illness, & my Mom died almost 4 yrs ago, after also battling breast cancer, so my thoughts & prayers will be with Marcia’s family, Angelina & James & the children & others close to her…Marilyn Alfano Knickrehm, Northlake, IL
http://people.monstersandcritics.com/news/article_1252865.php/Marcheline_Bertrand_Angelina_Jolies_mother_dies_in_Los_Angeles
omg..it’s so sad..God bless u and keep holding on
http://www.abusolumentjolie.com
All my condolences to Angie and her family.
I hope Brad and kids will help her to pass those hard days!!!
Ohh Angie… I’m just so devastated and crying for your loss. May you draw strength from the people who lovingly sorrounds you at this moment.
Brad, please take care of our Angie, be the rock and the solidifying presence she’ll lean on at this time. She needs it most right now more than ever.
I honestly think the loving hands of god is somehow at play, because when it’s time to take her mom, he made sure that Angie had something to comfort her for this eventuality. Her kids, Brad and the Pitt family, that will be with her through this.
James and Angie, your sadness and loss echoes through our hearts as well, your mom is an admirable woman to have raised such wonderful persons as you both, and she will be missed dearly.
My condolences to family.I’ll pray for them.
I’m in shock.
Rest in Peace Marcheline
I am perturbed by the Ange & James then Brad in the papers. Like Shiloh and the adopted others. I see Brad to be a son to Marcheline. I am sure she counted him among her own children. I am sure he too sees a mother in her and in his own way through their own relationship is deeply hurt by her passing.
Wow..so sad. Condolences to Angelina and all her family. I am very pleased to hear, however, that they are accepting donations rather than flowers. That’s a wonderful way to honour Marcheline’s memory.
All my condolences to angelina jolie’s family
and to those haters that will leave any vile messages in this thread,may all your souls rotten in hell
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Prayers to Angelina, James, Brad,kids,Jon, etc. Be strong the Lord is watching over you. MARCHELINE ..may she rest in peace
Its like noone says anything bad, yet theses people keep saying hater this haters that. You ALL need to try and be a little nicer
You don’t see the bad posts because they were DELETED.
bad post were DELETED!!!thanks JJ and AUDREY!
I feel real, real sadness for Angie and wish all the best to her, her brother and the whole family in this sad time. RIP Marcheline.
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anustin Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 9:00 am
bad post were DELETED!!!thanks JJ and AUDREY!
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Thank you so much JJ and AUDREY!
My heartfelt condolence to Angelina, James and family. May she rest in peace and her name will live on through the Ovarian Cancer Research in her memory.
well death teaches us the things that are really important. Forginess.
“Ive been trying to get down to the heart of the matter…..forgiveness, forgiveness, even if even if you dont love me anymore.”
How do you know she hasn’t forgiven him? Just because you forgive someone doesn’t mean you have to make them a part of your life. The last time she spoke of her father she seemed really at peace with her decision. She had come to terms with it. She said it would be wonderful if she had a father, it was great for those who did but she didn’t and that was alright too. I really think this isn’t the time to even bring thsi up. Angie and her brother lost her mother, her kids a grandmother this should be about them.
Love never ends. May the beautiful lovecords of this family resonate forever, as all love does. Move on in peace Micheline. Your family is embraced by divine precision.
http://www.souliejolie.com/gallery/details.php?image_id=1506
What a beautiful resemblance and love in the eyes.
Well Brad never did have a mother-in-law till he met Angie, poor guy.
My mother died at 71, ten years ago, before I had found peace and a life partner, and before I adopted my three beautiful children from Ethiopia and Vietnam. They will never know her, except for hearing me tell them about her.
I am not religious, but when I was crying at Mom’s bedside ten years ago she told me, “Don’t cry. I will always be with you.” I can’t put into words how emphatic those words were, how strong she sounded from that weak body as she spoke them; there was absolutely no doubt in her voice. And to this day I am astonished at how right she was. She is with me. Every day I strive to be a mother as good as she was, and every day I hope (since I don’t pray) that my children will be able to pass this strength onto their own kids, or to positively touch others in their lives. For me this is the reason we are on this planet. The positive will overcome the negative. Good is greater than evil.
Cry, Angie, love your family, be strong for your children, and let the goodness live on.
I would like to share some beautiful excerpts from a magazine article(?) by Marriane Pearl. It talks about her mother and the experience of losing her.
The woman who gave me my strength
By Mariane Pearl
“When tragedy struck, there was one person who inspired Mariane Pearl to hold on to hope—her mother.”
-When my mother died of cancer a few years ago, she left me a beautiful silver ashtray and a red notebook in which she’d written her final request in just a few words—that she be returned to Cuba, where she was born. I brought her ashes there, and ran down a hill spreading them into the warm Caribbean air.”I don’t know what is expecting me back home,” she had written.”It might be as simple as a street, a child or a tree, but I know it will make me happy.” That little note was just one of the many ways my mother showed optimism in the face of the unknown.
-People sometimes ask where I get the strength to hold on to my dreams and ideals, or simply to nurture hope. I tell them we are all born with courage—what matters is what you use this courage for. My mother, who overcame her own personal tragedy, taught me that one person can change her fate, no matter what the odds. The day I spread her ashes, I wrote her legacy down. Again, it was no more than a few words:”Don’t you dare live without faith.” For my mom, it was her faith in the power of life that got her through some of her darkest moments.
-I would stand by the bar and watch her, marveling at her patience in dealing with people’s petty demands and emotional outbursts. She embraced strangers, and she taught people who had never danced before to dance. She accomplished something unusual in life—she forced a tragedy to retreat. Our memories of the dark times with our dad faded as she created happiness around us.
-But the most important lesson of all came on the day that she died, in 1999. My brother and I stood together by her hospital bed. I loved her so fiercely that when she took her last breath, I felt like I myself was swept from the ground, observing from above the sight of my children holding my hands, my daughter bending over to kiss my lips. For that split second before I came back to myself, I felt an enormous sense of pride. I could see things through my mother’s eyes—I could see that whatever awaited the two children below, they would be fine. They hadn’t had a perfect life, but they would make it because they had been taught all they needed to know about courage and hope. They had become people with undefeatable faith.
-Today, as a mother myself, I cannot attempt to provide a perfect life for my four-year-old son, Adam. All I want is to inspire him. I try my best to embrace the little everyday battles, as well as the overwhelming challenge of raising him without his father, to display faith and courage and to pass these ideals on to him. And I always feel my mother’s cosmic smile when my son and I, for no reason at all, feel an urge to play Cuban music and dance.
Found on a Brad and Angelina site.
“On one of Angelina’s site, the poster (cristine) who was the first to post about Angie’s mom’s death yesterday (Saturday) before the media reported it this morning also had this to say:
okey let me tell you more. i’m a nurse and my best friend is also a nurse who had the pleasure and honor of taking care of, she said:” a very lively,down to earth always positive and very beautiful lovely woman” who looks like AJ who’s been battling cancer for almost 8yrs. Marceline was well loved by the nurses at cedars b/c of her great qualities. last nite at about 6pm my friend called to tell me that cedars is in so much in chaos b/c brad and angie were there and marceline just passed away. she said tons of paparatzis all around the hosp. that brads bodyguards cannot do anything, so they called the hospital security 2dozens of them came to contained the ppl around. brad and angie had to be taken by the heliport to be able to leave the hospital. also my friend told me that angie was crying hard and brad was w/ her the whole time embracing her not letting go. she said very obvious that brad is so much in love w/ the body language.also her brother james was there.no sign of jon voight.she also said that angie is thinner now than when she 1st saw her before. still very beautiful without make up. okey sweetie i hope this is enough info! talk to you later!”
Dear God, I miss my Mom, I carry her memory with me wherever I go. I pray that you will remind me that she remains a part of me in everything that I do, and everything that I am. Please God continue to show me that She is still a part of my life and that nothing can seperate us. I ask that you keep the bonds between us strong in spirit until the day we are reunited in Heaven.
Amen, luv Becky
this is the last thing l thought about last night, and the first thing this morning. I’m thankful that Angie found Brad when she did,and that they formed a strong loving family for themselves. lt must have made Marcheline rest so much easier in the end, knowing her little girl had grown into a wonderful woman and mother. Knowing that there was a strong man there who loves Angelina completely and will be at her side to comfort her, and raise their family.
When someone dies in your life and leaves an empty space, having people close and dear to you keeps the darkness at bay, and you see them in a brighter light than ever before. And you love each other just a little bit more than you thought you ever could.
56 is very young
I feel deep, deep sadness for Angie and she is, along with James and the whole family, in my thoughts.
Marcheline, R.I.P., you’ll always live in the lives of those who loved you!!
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January 29th, 2007 at 9:20 am
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Thank you so much for that article. It’s just amazing how many things in commom Angie has with Marriane. And that is why I know for sure that Angie will be great in “A mighty heart”. And that is why Marriane wanted Angie to portrey her in the movie.
One more time. R.I.P Marcheline.
condolence and prayers for angie =(
Dear Angie and James! I also lost my mom when she was 56! A woman full of life and not ready to leave this earth, but she did, leaving me and my family devastated! I really feel your loss Angie and James and mourn with all of you. I remember the pain of my mom’s death and although I don’t know you, I really can feel your loss very deeply and identify with what you are going through. Grieve, cry, do what it takes! She will always watch over you and your beautiful children – you will feel her around you, especially when you are feeling sad. Cherish that presence and love – she will always be there for you – not physically, but spiritually.
Just remember that the love of a mother for her children never dies, it is stronger than time and death.
I’m so sorry for angelina’s loss. Her mother may have in fact been doing better but cancer is just such an awful and unpredictable disease. I’m very glad that angelina and her brother were with her mother when she died. As hard as that is, knowing that you were there and that your loved one was surrounded by love in their last moments is VERY important.
I hope the paparazzi give this family a little privacy during this time.
I am so sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to Angie, Brad and children,James Haven rest of the Family and Friends.
God Bless Marcheline may she rest with the angels.
so sorry to hear the news
What a tragedy for Angie and her brother to lose such a lovely woman at such a young age. My deepest sympathies to them and their loved ones. Marcheline was a beautiful woman, inside and out.
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January 28th, 2007 at 4:44 pm
As genuinely sad as I am at this time, I’m also comforted in the belief that Marcheline was blessed to see Angelina battle her demons and claim victory over them. There’s a part of me that’s convinced Marcheline finally let go knowing her daughter had found purpose and peace and was going to be alright.
God bless them all
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SO TRUE!!!!!I AGREE AS WELL
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PI Says: January 29th, 2007 at 9:20 am
Thank you for that article on Marianne Pearl. I know that she and Angie are friends and I believe that she will be there for Angie to offer her support at this difficult time
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RobinQ Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 7:17 am
I found this comment from someone who knew Marcheline yrs ago:
Marilyn Alfano KnickrehmJan 29th, 2007 – 02:56:37
I was privileged to sit with Marcia (as she was known to us) on the bus going to school at Elizabeth Seton Catholic High School during Freshman year, as she was from ** Mary’s Parish in Riverdale, & I also lived in Riverdale, but had graduated from Queen of Apostles School, which was also in Riverdale
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Wow! That was my high school…i never knew Angie’s mom and I both went to the same all-girls Catholic school…albeit decades apart. Blessings to the Jolie-Pitt family.
Oh god, poor Angie. God bless her.
I hope someone reprimands E!, Seacrest and DePandi, they are so vile. Why can I not post on to E! about their horrid and petty behavior towards Angie.
My heart goes out to you Angie, God Bless your sweet heart. My heart also goes out to all BAMZS FANS everywhere. Lets keep Angie in our prayers.
Angelina looks more like her mom than I ever suspected. I’d never seen these photos of her before. They both have that beautiful, genuine smile. That’s probably why Angelina doesn’t smile on cue, because her smile is so genuine
What a lovely well thought out condolence post. You should be really proud of yourself.
very sad indeed.but with the unity of the family and the love of their fans they can gothrough this sad period.we the fans love them and are in our prayers
#525, 527 and 528. What a lovely well thought out condolence post. You must be so proud of yourself.
Does anyone know was Jon Voight still close to Angie’s mom in any way? I’m just wondering if this will bring them together in any way or if he would be excluded still from anything. Sometimes things like this can pull a family together if even for a short time.
didn’t meant to type that twice. Didn’t think it went through.
OMG. I was so shocked when I read this. And I’m so sad for Angie…
My heart goes out to Angelina, James and all their beloved ones.
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Missouri Fan Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:57 pm
REPOSTING!!
Here is the link for donations to Cedar’s Sinai.
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
I would like to suggest that for those interested in donating, to maybe make it clear that it is being donated in MARCHELINE BERTRAND’S name, so that at least Angelina and Brad would know that there are a lot of us who are thinking of her and her mother.
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I agree, and I think all of us fans should donate something in her name, it does not matter how small the amount, it is a way to let Angie know that we are truly in her her corner and we adore her as fans.
I hope you were held tight and comforted all night by your love Brad.
God Bless you and your family
Paradise, how do you know that Marcheline was catholic?
My prayer is that God will console the Jolie-Pitt family and all their belove one.
In my personal experience, trying to cope after a loved one’s death was like trying to capture snowflakes or rain drops and hold them in your hand until you could bare to open your hand and look at them and understand them and share them with the world. But each time you try, the snowflake melts, the rain drops fall, and so a part of your heart melts and falls too because it’s just too hard to capture them. And all the while, the world keeps going while you are turning around in circles trying to get the snowflakes and the rain drops. Years pass and things change and you manage to function outwardly while inwardly you are a total mess because life won’t give you the chance to just sit still and catch the snowflakes and rain. You battle with wanting to turn the time clock back or at least slow it down long enough to just breathe like normal people, but you can’t. Then, out of no where something turns your attention to the ground, where the snowflakes and raindrops have fallen over time. There are flowers and trees and grass and you can even see the sun (but it will never be as bright). Slowly you understand that even if you couldn’t catch the snowflakes and the rain, you can hold on to what they helped produce. Sometimes you can hold it by rocking your baby to sleep or looking at a picture or reading a letter, or just by looking in the mirror. So your focus changes and instead of wanting to catch the snowflakes and the rain drops you just hold on and learn to love everything that your loved one touched or influenced and that includes yourself.-(When I read about this Yesterday, I had no words-today, this is what came from my heart) May God keep Marcheline in his loving arms.
Thanks for the link to CSMC. I was honored to donate to cancer research in memory of AJ mother. May God be with the entire family and may AJ take comfort in the love of Brad Pitt, her brother, her children, friends and family during this time. Peace to all.
Missouri Fan Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:57 pm
REPOSTING!!
Here is the link for donations to Cedar’s Sinai.
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
I would like to suggest that for those interested in donating, to maybe make it clear that it is being donated in MARCHELINE BERTRAND’S name, so that at least Angelina and Brad would know that there are a lot of us who are thinking of her and her mother.
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Thank you for the info…I just got done making the donation.
i wish to donate but how can i do so am staying in Russia (Moscow) please can someone explain to me how i can share also.
Thanks in advance
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me Says: 10:41 am – Angie said she was
God Bless You Angie and James, Gods knows how many weeks she may have been suffering. Angie may have known her Mothers days were numbered at the GG, and that could have been why she seemed so distant. Angie has a heart of gold, and she has gone through so much. I hope she is strong where ever she is right now. And her kids are keeping her sprites up. Your fans have you in our prayers baby girl. We love you.
I too would like to send my condolences to Angie and her family. At the age of 14, I lost my Grandmother to Ovarian Cancer. Watching my mother come to grips was truly heartbreaking, I felt helpless that there was nothing I could do. I was mad with God for a very long time. I miss her so much, and I cherish every memory with her. I especially miss all her wonderful stories.
Life is to short and precious.
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malibumom Says:
Thanks for the loving words from your heart
me Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:41 am
Because Angie said it in the interview with what was his name the actors studio one. Someone help me out here. I know I have the interview if you want it I can dig it up….
Wow so true.Its sad that Angelina wont see your post because it is so loving and so so true.thank you
My condolences to Marcheline’s family. This must be a very difficult moment for Angelina and her brother. I can not imagine how I’d feel if I lost my mother. I don’t think I’d be able to deal with a loss like that. This must be a very painful moment for Angie and her family, and my heart and prayers are with them. Rest in peace, Marcheline Bertrand.
This is for all of you who have loss your precious mama, like I have.
IN MEMORY OF A MOTHER
“I remember you in this solemn hour, my dear mother. I remember the days when you did dwell on Earth, and your tender love watched over me like a guardian angel. You have gone from me, but the bond which unites our souls can never be severed; your image lives within my heart. May the merciful Father reward you for the faithfulness and kindness you have ever shown me; may He lift up the light of His countenance upon you and grant you eternal peace! Amen
Repostig this from the old threads.
Tomorrow Is Not Promised
Sometimes people come into your life and you know right away that they were meant to be there, they serve some sort of purpose; teach you a lesson, or help figure out who you are, and who you want to become.
You never know who these people may be: your neighbor, child, long lost friend, or even a stranger who, when you lock eyes with them, you know at that very moment that they will affect your life, in some profound way.
And sometimes things happen to you, and at the time they seem painful and unfair, but in reflection you realize, that without overcoming those obstacles, you would have never realized your potential strength, or your hearts desire.
Everything happens for a reason. Nothing happens by chance or by means of good or bad luck. Illness, injury, love, lost moments of true greatness, as well as experiencing sheer stupidity; all occur to test the limits of your soul.
Without these small tests, whether they be events, illnesses or relationships, life would be like a paved straight flat road to nowhere, safe and comfortable, but dull and utterly pointless.
The people you meet who affect your life, and the successes and downfalls you experience, create who you are, and even the bad experiences can be learned from; in fact, they are probably the poignant and important ones.
If someone hurts you, betrays you or breaks your heart, forgive them; for they have helped you learn about trust and the importance of being cautious to whom you open your heart…
If someone loves you, love them back unconditionally, not only because they love you, but because they are teaching you to love, and opening your heart and eyes to things you would have never seen or felt without them.
Make every day count. Appreciate every moment, and take from it everything that you possibly can, for you may never be able to experience it again…
Talk to people you have never talked to before, and actually listen. Let yourself fall in love, break free and set your sights high…
Hold your head up, because you have every right to. Tell yourself you’re a great person and believe in yourself… for if you don’t believe in yourself, no one else will believe in you either.
Create your own life and then go out and live in it! “Live Each Day As If It Were Your Last… Tomorrow is Not Promised.”
“The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you”
Marcheline, although I don’t know you, I rejoice in the release of your pain and can only imagine the joyous homecoming that our saviour has prepared for you. Glory!
My heartfelt condolences to James, Angie and family. There is absolutely nothing like the lost of a parent or child. I pray for a peace that surpasses all understanding in their lives.
I want to especially thank Jared and Audrey for keeping this as a positive tribute. It has to be a monumental job to stay ahead of based on what I have seen. Thanks for the tremendous effort and for making it an exceptional place to visit.
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Isabelle II Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 9:24 am
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ITA, having Brad and her children will help Angie through this. I just could not believe this terrible news this morning when I read the news.
Please do not repeat posts that JJ will eventually delete. God bless the fans for their contributions at this time.
i am so happy to be on jj with the best fans in the world.in this time of sorrow i am sure every support is needed.i hope those that have negative things to say will give it a rest.i think God destined brad and angie to be together.am sure her mom will rest in peace knowing her little girl is all grown up and happy with her life partner
Malibumom what a great post! Thank you!
I took care of my sister-in-law for three months who died at the age of 49 from breast cancer. My husband was devestated so was I, but I know my husband and I got so much closer because of that tragedy and loss we lived through. As much as Brad loves Angie, he will help her through her grief and so will the kids and her brother. I hope James is doing OK as well. They both loved their mom so much….
Thank God for Just Jared, where all of us Brad and Angie fans have a site to congregate at, and express our sorrow and sympathy to the BAMZS family at Marcheline’s death.
And thanks to Jared for being on top of things, deleting the mean, nasty posts of those heartless, dark souls.
Thank you Missouri fan for posting the link for Cedar’s Sinai.I just made a donation in Marcheline’s name.May God bless Angelina and her family.
Angelina, so sorry for your loss. Losing a mother can be very painful, a pain that does’nt seem to heal no matter what, as curly said. May you have enough strength and poise to deal with this pain. Rest in peace Marcheline Bertrand.
to-552
Great post!
Sorry I forgot who originally posted those phrases #552 from the old threads.
Malibumom:
What you wrote was so beatiful…, I have tears in my eyes right now…I lost my mother 14 years ago and my dad 6 years ago, and everyday I think of them…specially these lasts months. My brother has serious problems and I´m the only one that can help him (we are a very small family)…Everyday I pray, and everyday I ask my parents to guide me….and I know that God and my parents are helping me and my brother…and they are going to do it always…
I know that the next days will be very difficult for Angie and James, but the love of her mom will never die, and they will treasure it in their hearts for ever.
My prayers are with them.
We love you Angie.
somehow Angie could read all these heartfelt messages.
for those who want to donate to Cedar Sinai, the link is post #542.
there is a small section which you can type something.
you can use credit card for your contribution.
My deepest condolences to Ms. Angelina Jolie and Mr. James Haven and family
May she rest in peace. Lots of loves and sweet prayers to them.
Thank you JJ and Audrey for this loving thread. An appropriate tribute to woman, who was so loved by her children and her grandchildren.
Morning to all Bamz Ladies, I’m in shock, I did not know until this morning through one of the news channel.
I think Angelina and Brad have the best fans ever. It’s so wonderful how so many are donating to the cancer research institute in Marchaline’s name. I am praying for Angie to pull through this difficult time. RIP Marchaline!
Sad news, I feel its a gift to be there when some one is born and when some one dies
I was lucky enough to be at my fathers side when he past it helped me deal with his death , my mother on the other hand I was with her the day she died, but not at the true moment of passing, two nights later I dreamed she was sitting on the edge of my bed, for some reason I sad( mum your not sick!) she replied I’m all better now! I feel for Aj and Bp I am a fan… it brings back all the feelings of loss knowing that her mom has moved on. God bless
Hiya MF, thanks for the link to the hospital for the donation. I just made an donation toward cancer in the memory of Angie’s mom, Marcheline Bertrand
My thoughts and prayers are with this family today.
It helps to know that Angelina is surrounded by the love and support of her family and also her fans and admirers around the world.
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kma Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:53 am
i wish to donate but how can i do so am staying in Russia (Moscow) please can someone explain to me how i can share also.
Thanks in advance
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Here’s the link to donate to Cedar Sinai but if you are unable to make an international donation then please donate to cancer research in your country. Your donation will do a great deal of good to help find cures for cancers no matter where you ultimately donate.
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
Community Relations
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
8700 Beverly Blvd., Room 2416
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Phone: (310) 423-3661
Fax: (310) 423-0100
My prayers are with Angie and her family.
Thank you everyone for sharing their most personal and loving stories. What an amazing group of Ladies here. (((((((((hugs and loves to all))))))))
Cindy2- I was so pleased to see your post, my thought are with you, hope everthing is well with you. (((tightly hugs))).
I just called Cedars Sinai. If you are outside the USA and would like to make a donation please call their donation center at 310-423-3655.
people who said negative things to her in the past weeks should apologise.ange has been suffering all alone.but with loyal fans and people who love her she will get through.i hope she is given the space to moan.ange u are a fighter we love u sorry for your loss
Thank you MF for posting the link, it’s a wonderful way of remember her and everyone like her.
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malibumom Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:49 am
In my personal experience, trying to cope after a loved one’s death was like trying to capture snowflakes or rain drops and hold them in your hand until you could bare to open your hand and look at them and understand them and share them with the world. But each time you try, the snowflake melts, the rain drops fall, and so a part of your heart melts and falls too because it’s just too hard to capture them. And all the while, the world keeps going while you are turning around in circles trying to get the snowflakes and the rain drops. Years pass and things change and you manage to function outwardly while inwardly you are a total mess because life won’t give you the chance to just sit still and catch the snowflakes and rain. You battle with wanting to turn the time clock back or at least slow it down long enough to just breathe like normal people, but you can’t. Then, out of no where something turns your attention to the ground, where the snowflakes and raindrops have fallen over time. There are flowers and trees and grass and you can even see the sun (but it will never be as bright). Slowly you understand that even if you couldn’t catch the snowflakes and the rain, you can hold on to what they helped produce. Sometimes you can hold it by rocking your baby to sleep or looking at a picture or reading a letter, or just by looking in the mirror. So your focus changes and instead of wanting to catch the snowflakes and the rain drops you just hold on and learn to love everything that your loved one touched or influenced and that includes yourself.-(When I read about this Yesterday, I had no words-today, this is what came from my heart) May God keep Marcheline in his loving arms.
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Malibumom
I have managed to stop crying for a few hours then I read your post, I start all over again. What a lovely post.
Sure Angie and family appreciate all the lovely sentiment.
I am so sad for Angelina and James, Brad and the kids.
Maybe that’s why Angelina’s eyes have been kind of sad lately. I feel so bad for those that Marcheline has left behind but glad that her suffering is over. May she rest in peace and find a place in heaven.
to MALIBUMOM,
What you wrote touches the hearts gently. Thank you.
She went to the place, all of us will go one day sooner or later.
Angie looks so much like her Mom. Bertrand is very beautiful and Angie will look just like her Mom when she gets older. My heart goes out to Angie and her family.
This hits home so close. I am a fan of her (but hardly post in the message board). I’m sitting here thousand of miles away from home by myself at the hotel room, my dad is in the hospital across the street, battling with lung tumor. I was browsing this site to keep my minds off my dad’s situation, hoping to find angie/brad pictures to put smiles on my face, only to find out that she’s in the worse situation.
Reading this news completely breaks my heart. My thought is with her.
RIP Marcheline Bertrand.
Ilerleyen zamani gorup isitmesende,
Zaman biter bir yerde,
Sen asla bitmesende.
Tutup goturecekler er gec o karanliga,
Sen gonul hosluguyla gitsende gitmesende.
:Actually her release said to send donations in lieu of FLOWERS not
any form of condolences.
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Susie – You have every right in the world to send a card of sympathy is you choose to. I don’t understand why certain people think they need to dictate to the rest of us on how we handle this. When a family requests donations instead of flowers, that does NOT mean they are saying “take that $3.00 that you’d spend on a card and send a check”. ”
I was just trying to remind people to stick to Jolie and her family’s wishes. Of course it said in lieu of flowers send donations, specifically. I just know that personally, I wouldn’t want hundreds of thousands of cards and letters from people reminding me of my mother’s death, when I have to go back to her apartment and sort out all her her personal things. All those cards would just mean additional “stuff” to deal with and discard (which is environmentally unfriendly). But just as Nora said, “do what you feel is right,” not what aquame says. It was just a friendly suggestion/request.
But more importantly, I’ll pray for Angie and a former friend of mine whose mother died of cancer last week.
Peace.
Good morning all.
I need to voice my opinion and please don’t hate me. I AM a huge BAMZS fan.
This is a public site and this thread is not a Jolie family private thread dedicated to Marcheline. With that said, I DO respect that everyone is voicing their prayers and sadness, including me. However, if posters want to say something about AJ and JV possibly reconciling or if they want to send a condolence card to AJ or whatever they want to say regarding this matter, as long it is not evil and mean(thank you JJ for removing those sick posts), then they can. Please, let’s not jump all over people for their posts if they are not mean.
My prayers are for the family and I hope they can mourn in peace.
Desejo enviar minhas orações a Angelina e para a sua família em desta vez de tristeza
peace all
i’m still in shock
thank you for this place dedicaced to support Angelina and her family in this time of pain
My heart goes out to her. The loss of a parent is terrible, and one so young yet.
I guess this board does not know everything since I have read over and over again that her mother is not dying. It just goes to prove that none of us know everything about celebrities.
I hope this makes her change her mind about letting the kids see grandpa. That would be so nice.
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thanks maniston for the link and the phone number am grateful.
Once again to all the fan, you people are so wonderful, loving and caring. “A fan in need is a fan indeed”
MAY GOD ALMIGHTY CONTINUE TO PROTECT THE FAMILY OF JOLIE-PITT, JAMES AND ALL THEIR BELOVED ONE.
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Patti Says: 1:05 pm – u couldn’t help it, huh? it’s NO ONES BUSINESS if she doesn’t let her children be part of JV’s life… worry about your life and the kids/grandparents in it…
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Patti Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 1:05 pm
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Have you ever had someone you love die of cancer? With cancer, you never know what will happen tomorrow. You might be fine today and then in a matter of minutes, everything changes.
I expect that her father will be in the burial and she talks to him. Brad already had a woman that did not have her mother in a marriage. He is a good man of his family and this should have had him sad. Perhaps he can help Angelina see he can give his weigh not do the same and to have peace with her father
a family member died in 2000 of Cancer. Even though we all knew he had cancer his death was still a shock. he was a strong guy and we all figured he would pull through. You just never know with Cancer.
Thank you Jared for keeping this thread positive. There are so many wonderful, elegant prose from so many people (malibumom, AKOSI’A’ and many others). It’s astonishing how we are all touched by Marcheline’s death, although most of us do not personally know the family. In one sense, it’s sad to know that so many people have a family member who is or was battling cancer. In my case, it’s my husband and dad. It just shows me how we should be devoting more money to research to battle this disease.
For me, I take this as a reminder to take a step back from the craziness in my life and love and appreciate my family and friends, and let them know that I love them and enjoy their company.
Please hug your love ones today and let them know how much you love them.
MalibuMom-
Where did you get that beautiful writing about mourning? It is so beatiful.
Gag!!!
Some of these people coming on here, espousing reconciliation, needs to stop watching Camille or sniffing glue or whatever the f^ck they are doing.
Eternal rest grant Marcheline, O Lord, and may your perpetual light shine upon her.
Susie,
I wrote it-It came out as I was typing-I lost my husband almost 20 years ago-
Let’s all ignore the haters and not respond to them b/c that is what they want.
MalibuMom-
you are a beautiful writer. I thought you got it off some Maya Anjoulu type book or something.
I had two daughters and one died in its 20s under sad circumstances. Before of that day I it had not seen during years because we live a far from another and I thought that we always would have time in the future. Now I do not take tomorrow for granted with mine another one daughter neither any more in the my family. This is that death teaches-us, do not take tomorrow for granted
I love BAMZ fans ‘coz they are so graceful and caring. Mitchelin must had been so proud of the positive effect Angelina has on us. Mitchelin taught her daughter pride, independence and honesty, through all Angie’s struggles to understand herself up to a point where she finds her place in life. Angelina Jolie will always value the importance of family whether there is a man or no man in the house.
Thank you Susie. Thanks Jared for monitoring and for caring
Marcheline Bertrand’s death is not about John Voight. I am sick of these people who always bring up the name John Voight as if Angelina owes John Voight anything. John Voight does not want to be part of Marcheline’s and her kids’ life. John Voight left them TWENTY-EIGHT YEARS ago! So people, if you have common sense, stop suggesting that Angelina see, talk, or reconcile with John Voight. It sickens me!
I apologize to those I may have offended with my tone, especially since a lot of you have gone through great pains to keep things positive, but I have to say this. I’ve read some posts imploring Angelina to reconcile with her father; some may have been sincere; others phrased it as a deal-breaker proposition if she doesn’t; and there are those who continue to grind their axes, despite having no emotional investment one way or the other.
People hope that Marcheline talked to Angelina about Jon Voight; why? So they can create a scenerio in their minds that Angelina disrespected Marcheline’s dying wish if she can’t heal the rift, if such a conversation ever happened? So they could create more fodder and more incentive to hate someone they don’t know, someone whom they profess that they don’t care to know?
Angelina and James Haven have suffered a loss and who knows how long it will take for them to recover, assuming that they ever will. Positioning one’s personal argument and/or philosophy regarding family and how to take a family from dysfunctional to functional, at this point and time, is opportunistic and selfish.
Correction: Marcheline. Apologies….
I have cutback on regularly posting and just lurking because of exactly what is going on on this thread which is dedicated to a great loss.
I think the biggest issue is the age ranges. As adults we should all know that opions are like @ssholes and everyone has one. This is a public forum and I find the fresh insights to be thought provoking when coming from fans. AJ fans became fans because of her realness. She always had an edge that just made me want to scream “YOU GO GIRL!”. Being a fan does not mean that we have to agree with EVERYTHING. I cringe everytime a poster injects an opinion that is not to the masses liking because I know that it will just be a matter of minutes before we see the likes of “STFU” or suggestions of getting high. Why is that? I see post on a regular that I don’t agree with but when it is another fan I don’t see the need for anything stronger than a “Why do you feel this way?” not a complete condemnation.
I would love to see a reconciliation, a marriage, and another MMS. Will they happen? Who really knows and truth be told our lives will go on either way. This is a forum which in it’s most basic definition is a public meeting place for open discussion.
angiefan jsr Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 1:45 pm
Marcheline Bertrand’s death is not about John Voight. I am sick of these people who always bring up the name John Voight as if Angelina owes John Voight anything. John Voight does not want to be part of Marcheline’s and her kids’ life. John Voight left them TWENTY-EIGHT YEARS ago! So people, if you have common sense, stop suggesting that Angelina see, talk, or reconcile with John Voight. It sickens me!
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Thank you! Angelina didn’t own him anything. And Angie’s brother doesn’t talk to the father as well. It was not their job to fix things. It was not their job to be the responsible one. All of that rested on Jon Voight. The same man that did not say a word when his “friend” Donald Trump went around calling his daughter a *****. So spare all of us the poor Jon and evil Angelina talk. This is about a wonderful woman who lost her chance to really get to know all of her grandchildren. I human being has passed from this earth. If you can not stop your hate I feel more pitty for you than anyone. You have to have zero feeling to still post hatefull things on this thread after all that has happend.
I agree. I think people should stop telling Angie what to do. She is very smart and is doing everything good for everybody, including herself.
329 mm Says: January 28th, 2007 at 10:44 pm
my deepest condolences to Angelina and family . May God bless you and give you strength and courage at this time . My thoughts and prayers with you and family.
I lost my mom 20 years ago, she was 44 and I was 19. I have never really dealt with her passing till 10 years ago, it bubbled up in my life like a boiling pot of water. If you have lost your mom or dad or anyone close to you, please mourn them. Take the time to grieve. Love the ones who are still here and let them know it often. Forget the little irritations of the day because they aren’t that significant in the long run. I love you Mom!
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I’m a delayed reactor lol. My dad died 2 1/2 yrs ago. I spoke with him the day before and I was short with him because he wanted to know when I would be coming to see him. I lived in another state, but I planned to visit in a couple weeks from that period. I just remember him sounding very tired, and his speech was a little slurred, and I ask him had he taken his medicine which he answered yes, and so I chalked it up to it’s influence. He continued to ask when I was coming, and I told him I couldnt drop everything just now and he’d have to be patient. I said to lay down and I would call him later. I didn’t call and that day turned into the next. My mother came over that afternoon and told me he passed in the night. I just kept doing what I was doing, I think I was folding laundry. I didn’t feel anything. I think I even shrugged my shoulders. I wasn’t numb, or sad or anything. I think I said something to the affect of “oh well, I guess I better make arraingments to go there.” My mom was just standing there staring at me not really knowing what to say.
The day went on, and I called brothers and sisters and other relatives. The next morning when I woke up, out of nowhere I was inconsolable. I couldnt stop crying, I couldn’t function and had no idea why. Honest, it was a profound sadness I had never ever experienced before, and my dad and I really didn’t begin to talk on a regular basis until maybe 6yrs ago. It wasn’t a AJ/JV type distance, but lets just say I understand some things. Anyway, I gathered myself together and I drove alone to Chicago from my home which made my mother upset since she was was so worried about me handling thngs. Although I’m not a loner per se, I am private even with those closest to me. I’m also not a crier but I think under those circcumstances, if someone were with me on that trip I would have maybe done so, and I wouldn’t have gotten the thought process I needed going into this. He had 7 kids, and I’m 3rd from the bottom, and yet I was the one named to make the decisions and I didn’t learn any of this until he died. But that happening was a blessing because it kept me busy. I was fine at the funeral until my best friend walked in and for some reason when I saw her, I brokedown then gatherd myself together and haven’t cried once since. I believe the grief has passed, but not sure if I’ve really mourned since I still can’t bring myself to take his name and number off my cell phone.
Not normally this sharing about things like that, and probably wouldn’t have if I hadn’t seen your post. It just reminded me of some things.
jpf
peace people
it is a sad day
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AKOSI’A’ Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 11:11 am
Repostig this from the old threads.
Tomorrow Is Not Promised
Sometimes people come into your life and you know right away that they were meant to be there, they serve some sort of purpose; teach you a lesson, or help figure out who you are, and who you want to become.
You never know who these people may be: your neighbor, child, long lost friend, or even a stranger who, when you lock eyes with them, you know at that very moment that they will affect your life, in some profound way.
And sometimes things happen to you, and at the time they seem painful and unfair, but in reflection you realize, that without overcoming those obstacles, you would have never realized your potential strength, or your hearts desire.
Everything happens for a reason. Nothing happens by chance or by means of good or bad luck. Illness, injury, love, lost moments of true greatness, as well as experiencing sheer stupidity; all occur to test the limits of your soul.
Without these small tests, whether they be events, illnesses or relationships, life would be like a paved straight flat road to nowhere, safe and comfortable, but dull and utterly pointless.
The people you meet who affect your life, and the successes and downfalls you experience, create who you are, and even the bad experiences can be learned from; in fact, they are probably the poignant and important ones.
If someone hurts you, betrays you or breaks your heart, forgive them; for they have helped you learn about trust and the importance of being cautious to whom you open your heart…
If someone loves you, love them back unconditionally, not only because they love you, but because they are teaching you to love, and opening your heart and eyes to things you would have never seen or felt without them.
Make every day count. Appreciate every moment, and take from it everything that you possibly can, for you may never be able to experience it again…
Talk to people you have never talked to before, and actually listen. Let yourself fall in love, break free and set your sights high…
Hold your head up, because you have every right to. Tell yourself you’re a great person and believe in yourself… for if you don’t believe in yourself, no one else will believe in you either.
Create your own life and then go out and live in it! “Live Each Day As If It Were Your Last… Tomorrow is Not Promised.”
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What a beautiful post!! Thank you so much!!
What does expressing a wish have to do with telling someone what to do? AJ is not on this site so therefor it is not trying to tell her what to do! It is just people saying, “Hey I would like to see this…”. There is supposed to be healing in deliverence maybe that is why some people are bringing JV up. And before anyone thinks to jump on me please see my original JV post I did not include him. I am a Breast Cancer survivor (2 years this February) and I have learned in my 50+ years that 1) man will fail you and 2) life will continue.
Thank you to every one that has called to make a donation on behalf of Angie’s mom. I called Cedars Sanai to make a donation and the guy that took my information said Angie must have really good fans because they have been getting a lot of calls from her fans making donations since yesterday.
i’m sorry for angie :(
Angelina is a beautiful soul. I have thought so much about her situation where she started fending for her family at the age of 14. With a mother that has been suffering with an illness for 71/2 years, she has had to deal with so much privately. Her mother fell ill when she must have been like 23 years old. She became a U.N. ambassador at age 25 and has achieved so much without allowing her limitations to hold her back. The reason why I really want to pay tribute to Angelina is that a lot has been written about her struggling side especially with the fallout she had with her dad, while very little has been known about her struggles with her mother’s illness. The public however judge her relationship with her dad rather than judging the true picture of her situation. Dad must also have known about her internal struggles and could have kept things private.
Angelina is still vey young and she has come off all the negatives and turned her life around. I realize anyone who has enough heart to put themselves in her shoes will applaud and sympathize with her today. Today is a day of mourning and all we can do is to keep her in our prayers with regards to her dad.
I salute Brad for having a good heart to take care of her and I wish them and their family many,many more years of happiness together.
My heart also goes out to all those who paid tribute by sharing the stories of their lost love ones. Malibumom and Akosia, thanks for sharing.
To JJ, you are the best. Thanks for giving us a forum to share.
Rest in Peace, Angie’s mom.
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Indie Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:06 pm
Thank you to every one that has called to make a donation on behalf of Angie’s mom. I called Cedars Sanai to make a donation and the guy that took my information said Angie must have really good fans because they have been getting a lot of calls from her fans making donations since yesterday.
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WOW that is great. I made a donation today as well. Thanks Indie and he is right Angie do have very good fans
I did not come here to give problems. I read here but does not write because takes too long and I need a dictionary. When we learns how of someone loses brings to the own pain again. We alone be able to explain our pain and experience as we have them. I do not give problems
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Joy Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 1:49 pm
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I completely agree with your post.
from faithinher Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:01 am
Found at Souliejolie:
If you don’t mind, I would like to include a passage from Angie’s book, Notes from My Travels,” that I’ve always thought was so poignant. This took place when Angie was leaving for her first trip to Africa.
“My mom looked at me like I was her little girl. She smiled at me through her teary eyes. She is worried. As she hugged me good-bye, she gave me a specific message from my brother, Jamie. “Tell Angie I love her, and
to remember that if she’s ever scared, sad, or angry – look up at the night sky, find the second star on the right, and follow it straight on till morning.” That’s from Peter Pan, one of our favorite stories.”
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WOW!
This hits home so close. I am a fan of her (but hardly post in the message board). I’m sitting here thousand of miles away from home by myself at the hotel room, my dad is in the hospital across the street, battling with lung tumor. I was browsing this site to keep my minds off my dad’s situation, hoping to find angie/brad pictures to put smiles on my face, only to find out that she’s in the worse situation.
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Giadoe, my heart goes out to you too. May the good Lord grant healing to your dad and may He comfort you.
I’ve been trying to give a donation to Cedar Sinai but my computer keeps crashing on me! Oh well, I’ll keep trying. Thanks for those posters who provided the link to the hospital…
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Alexanderina Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:12 pm
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Indie Says:
Hey Alex, how are you today? The man asked whta state I was calling from, and when I told him, he said wow! He said they have been getting calls from all over the place. Goes to show you most of Angie’s fan base is not about wearing a team t-shirt or going around the net making hate filled posts, but more about humanity. I am proud of B&A fans and I am a proud fan.
‘A Mother’s Love will always reside in Your Warmest Memories of Her and Her Undying Presence in Your Heart and in Your Soul – For that No can Take Away’
Wishing Peace And Healing Time for Marcheline Bertrand’s Family
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tabloids Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:07 pm
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Beautiful Post
It’s so wonderful that everytime I check in, this thread is so inspiring and productive. This the only site I come to now that I have found it. A haven of peace for the BAMZS fans
“My mom looked at me like I was her little girl. She smiled at me through her teary eyes. She is worried. As she hugged me good-bye, she gave me a specific message from my brother, Jamie. “Tell Angie I love her, and
to remember that if she’s ever scared, sad, or angry – look up at the night sky, find the second star on the right, and follow it straight on till morning.” That’s from Peter Pan, one of our favorite stories.”
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That quote just broke my heart.
Anyone have the link to make a donation?
a note about donation
they take credit card. the maximum online contribution is $1000. I donated online using my credit card. they have an auto email to acknowledge your contribution. The email said they (Cedar Sinai) will follow up with a letter of acknowledgement.
i love Angie, Brad and the children. My condolences to Jamie and all the family members.
The Jolie Pitt family will always be in my prayers. May God continue to shower them with blessings, love, happiness, good health and prosperity.
Love always
peace.
Reposting again for those who do not have the link (it’s at the beginning of the thread and at #542):
Missouri Fan Says:
January 28th, 2007 at 4:57 pm
REPOSTING!!
Here is the link for donations to Cedar’s Sinai.
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
I would like to suggest that for those interested in donating, to maybe make it clear that it is being donated in MARCHELINE BERTRAND’S name, so that at least Angelina and Brad would know that there are a lot of us who are thinking of her and her mother.
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Indie Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:29 p
“Goes to show you most of Angie’s fan base is not about wearing a team t-shirt or going around the net making hate filled posts, but more about humanity.”
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Is there a specific reason you absolutely had to say that? Don’t make this into some stupid competition about who has better fans because that’s cr**. I am a regular lurker here and I also called in a contribution per Angie’s request but that doesn’t make me think I’m better than everybody else. And just for the record, my husband bought me a TEAM JOLIE shirt because he thought I looked cute wearing it.
Peace to Jolie-Pitts
RIP Marcheline
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ALWAYS lurking Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:47 pm
Unfortunately it’s the truth. Lurking around on other blogs made me realize how fucked up you know who’s fans are. Horrible bunch of people.
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ALWAYS lurking Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:47 pm
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Indie Says:
Because of the topic of this thread and out of respect to Angie, I will not get into it with you today. Try another day and another thread then I will have a response for you. It is a good thing you made your donation.
oh please always lurking, i actually found this very comforting for BAMZS fans ;
no hard feeling
no need to jump
PEACE
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sorry but… Says:
Unfortunately it’s the truth. Lurking around on other blogs made me realize how fucked up you know who’s fans are. Horrible bunch of people.
Have to agree. Spent morning also lurking on other blogs and gosh, they are horrible horrible people. Don’t wanna track dirt in here by posting their nasty comments here. But I am so proud that BAMZS fans were so respectful of Angie’s sorrow and diverted their grief into something tangible — donating to such a worthy cause like Angie wanted us to do.
http://www.csmc.edu/pdf/donations2005.pdf
All i have to say is shame on all of the ugly humans you do not have an ounce of sympathy for the loss of anj mother whom she loved dearly. Just give time and peace to grieve her loss which is extensive for her mother was her life whom she respected and loved. Brad had to ask the hospital to help with the pap so that they can leave and deal with their loss. Hope you haters find out when you have lost the bigest part of your life you was there through the good and bad and held you when thing were not good in your life. So shame on you nasty and evil people.
Marcheline, rest in peace free of pain and suffering.
Deepest sympathies to Angie and James and Brad, Maddoz, Zahara and Shiloh. May you all be a comfort to each other during this difficult time.
I donated to Cedar Sinai too. Thanks so much for the link.
Come on, guys, if there are 1,000 of us and we each donate $25 or more, that will be at least $25,000 in honor of Angie’s mother. We can do it! Let the positive prevail!
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Indie Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:29 pm
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Alexanderina Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:12 pm
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Indie Says:
Hey Alex, how are you today? The man asked whta state I was calling from, and when I told him, he said wow! He said they have been getting calls from all over the place. Goes to show you most of Angie’s fan base is not about wearing a team t-shirt or going around the net making hate filled posts, but more about humanity. I am proud of B&A fans and I am a proud fan.
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Hi Indie, I am doing good? How about you? That is so wonderful to hear, and I so agree with you. Angie have fans all over, good fans, fans who cares and who wants to make a difference. I am also proud to be a fan and I am double proud of B&A fans as well. We are good people. You know when people say that Angie only have a few fans I would LMAO and say if only you people know; and now those fans are coming out in full and supporting Angie and donating to a cause that is close to her heart.
Thanks to all who posted the donation links. I just gave them a call. The person on the line asked me if I was calling after reading the obituary.
I am not a spiritual person but I will agree with Original jpf’s post on Ms. Bertrand perhaps letting go as she knew her daughter is in good hands. I have a friend whose aunt passed away because of pancreatic cancer. My friend stayed with her aunt until last moments, holding her aunt’s hands, telling stories from their shared moments. In the last half-hour, the doctors told my friend that she should leave the room because as long as she stayed, her aunt would not let go. She left the room and ten minutes later her aunt breathed for the last time. The bonds of love are unconditional, sometimes letting go is the longest goodbye.
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ALWAYS lurking Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:47 pm
Thank you for that. I am a fan of Jennifer and I harbor no ill will towards the BAMZS. I came to this site and got the information I needed to post a donation. I know there are alot of posters out there who call themselves fans of JA and say mean and nasty things about the BAMZS but here at least is one who doesn’t do that. I truly feel for Angelina and I send my sympathies to her, her littles ones, Brad, and her brother James. Cancer doesn’t have friends or allies and we are all joined as compassionate humans in the fight against this terrible disease. Please don’t think we(me) ( fans of Jen) are all horrible and I really hope you accept my condolences for Angelina and her family. Besides the donation this is really the only way I know how to express my sorrow for her.
Hi Everyone on JJ,
I just wanted to leave my Post for Angie’s Mom, who means the world to her,
but all this discussion about nasty posters has me coming back to the board one more time.
In regards to the nasty posters, there is something missing in their lives that they need to feel better by remarking negatively about somebody else that won’t respond back to them – these are cowards in the worst way.
There will always be detractors who will take any opportunity to bring anyone below themselves because in life they feel they are at the bottom.
As unfortunate as this is, there are far worse and more horrible actions that people perform everyday as seen in Africa (Darfur being glaringly obvious) and Angie recognizes that these are where she needs to focus her attentions and of higher importance. Anyone surfing on the boards who are decent will recognize what these nasty posts are: Hatred and Jealousy in the vilest sense and make their judgement likewise.
As for these nasty posters, they will have to live with their hatred and making the world ugly one post at a time instead of contributing to the greatness that humanity can be.
As for Angie’s Mom who’s thread this is about, who should be the focus, she has instilled in Angie the strength to lead her life above the detractors’ negativity and create a positive force whereever she goes.
Angie is suffering greatly over this immeasurable loss – however, she comes out the winner because of her Mom’s life lessons of strength and dignity and love.
Everyone should be so lucky to experience such a love that shapes your life and inspires you to do great things. This is what can be seen from Serena Williams to Tiger Woods.
Upon the face of the humanity’s most awful ugliness, the love deeply embedded by someone close to you will bring you to a better place.
Again, thank you Marcheline Bertrand for leaving this world a better place.
I have not seen the other website, that’s why I have no idea what the others said about the death of Marcheline.
If they said something hateful, I don’t think from now on that this is a being fan of someone or not being. This is sick. All of us are mortal and one day we shall die like Marcheline.
If the death of someone is a subject to make fun of or to vomit their hatred, this is beyond hating. They have very deep inner problem in their mind and soul.
This is not Angie, this is not Brad, this is not Jen. There is a humanbeing who died after suffering for long time. This is above everything we discuss, fight, argue about so far.
If they can’t respect the pain and grief of death, I do consider them as nothing.
When they taste the death in their lives, they will know that there is not other truth but love.
oh my! i wasn’t expecting such sad news today. my heart and my prayers go out to james, angie, brad and the kids. marcheline was a great lady and her spirit will be with you always.
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leetle UN Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 3:09 pm
I donated to Cedar Sinai too. Thanks so much for the link.
Come on, guys, if there are 1,000 of us and we each donate $25 or more, that will be at least $25,000 in honor of Angie’s mother. We can do it! Let the positive prevail!
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I agree, all that can do so, call and make a donation, I just called and donated, that is the least we can do.
I am sorry I even posted my negative reply regarding “youknowhow’s” fans in here. I was just mad after reading so many other blogs. I know not all of her fans are like that, just the one’s with no hearts.
Sorry for putting you all in the same group, # 640.
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Sincere Fan Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 3:22 pm
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ALWAYS lurking Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:47 pm
Thank you for that. I am a fan of Jennifer and I harbor no ill will towards the BAMZS. I came to this site and got the information I needed to post a donation. I know there are alot of posters out there who call themselves fans of JA and say mean and nasty things about the BAMZS but here at least is one who doesn’t do that. I truly feel for Angelina and I send my sympathies to her, her littles ones, Brad, and her brother James. Cancer doesn’t have friends or allies and we are all joined as compassionate humans in the fight against this terrible disease. Please don’t think we(me) ( fans of Jen) are all horrible and I really hope you accept my condolences for Angelina and her family. Besides the donation this is really the only way I know how to express my sorrow for her.
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Thank you for your thoughtful post and action. It’s heart warming to know that there are a lot of sensible and compassionate people out there.
It has been a very quiet day of reflection for me -I am ging to sign off now and maybe back on when I can lift my spirits to do so. I just want to add this-As a mom, I hope my love, guidance and direction that I give to my kids will be similar to what Marcheline gave to Angie. I hope it will be like dropping a pebble in a pool-Have you ever dropped a pebble in a pool? It seems like a small thing to do, but when you see the effects it’s greater than you ever imaged. That one little pebble-expands in this big bad world of ours-it expands and it causes another to expand, and another and another and another until it touches hearts in places like Sudan and Rawanda and Cambodia and Vietnam and Namibia-It touches a heart that touches a heart that touches a heart-Maybe the touch is not deep enough or maybe there aren’t enough hearts willing to be touched, but no matter how small, or how many or when or where, the fact remains that somewhere on God’s green earth, a heart was touched-So that little pebble, that tiny insignificant, mis-understood, mis-quoted, mis-treated pebble-has touched so many of us, so deeply and so strongly, that we have collectively chosen to both grieve and honor and uplift-God Bless each of you!
(another one from the heart-I am truly truly touched by this)
I apologize for my atrocious spelling in the last post it was only because my were teary and at the time spelling was not the most important thing.
I just all the fans on this post to know that I am currently a student at the University of Toronto, and one of our courses is on mass media hysteria. We are made up of groups of four. We have chosen three topics, for out paper which is due in Feb. (1) Winston Churchill (2)Peta who sometimes goes to far in getting their message out (3) Anjelina and Brad who have been crucified in the paps and mainstream media. Each one of my group is assigned to read your blog. So we all take a turn everyne of us read at least one a week. We have gathered a lot of info from all of their fans. We hope you will allow us to print the essence of our paper which we are planning to get A++ so thanks to everyone in this thread.
Keep up your good work and compassion Anj is not the only one to have made mistakes she would be the first one to accept her faults. It is learning from her mistakes that has made her the person she is now. She should be applauded and not condemned.
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CSMC DONATION FORM Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:57 pm
http://www.csmc.edu/pdf/donations2005.pdf
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Thanks for the information/form, I will be donating in memory of Angs Mom, God Bless all of you wonderful people for having such big hearts.
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curly Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 3:16 pm
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A rush of so many memories flooded my spirit when I read your post. Cancer has come into my life in so many ways that despite my efforts to hold onto Joy I am saddened. My dear, dear Aunt who raised me when neither of my parents could be bothered was called home at the age of 63. She was battling ESRD when pancreatic and ovarian cancer took over. She was so full of life, so everything to everybody. She never beat around the bush but she was that beacon for so many. She taught me many things about life and sadly death. She hung in there for so long praising God that I was conflicted in praying for everlasting life or a quick and painless death. It hurt so much to go and see her in the nursing home and see what she had become. I wanted back the woman that WAS! I didn’t know how to let go. The day she died she was lucid for the first time in months since they kept her dosed with morphine. The feeding tube had been removed and I remember her looking at me once again with clear eyes and she said “I’m ready”. At first I didn’t know what she meant I was so busy trying to convey everything I wanted to her while her mind was still clear. When I was diagnosed I thought back on that day and wondered if in my fight if I would have what it took to be brave enough to submit. Would I know when the fight was no longer mine. I pray that I have taught my children and grandchildren to understand that while life is worth fighting for as precious as it is, to be strong enough to understand that if illness of that magnitude comes into our lives prayers for peace instead of suffering is an act of selflessness and love.
I hope that the message I was trying to get out did not get lost in my trip down memory lane.
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leetle UN Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 3:09 pm
I donated to Cedar Sinai too. Thanks so much for the link.
Come on, guys, if there are 1,000 of us and we each donate $25 or more, that will be at least $25,000 in honor of Angie’s mother. We can do it! Let the positive prevail!
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I hope we’ll be able to make this happen and I’m overwhelmed by the many BAMZS Fans and Jennifer Aniston fans who have come here to express their sorrow for Angelina and James and who have been able to make donations to Cedars Sinai. Some of your personal stories have brought tears to my eyes for I cannot imagine losing my mother, although I know one day I’ll have to face the inevitability (if I don’t go first, that is).
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
310-423-3655
toll free #: 1-877-427-2443
WebSurfer Says- A very nice post. Thank you.
Sincere Fan Says: Thank you as well. I donated too…
I lost my sister-in-law to breast cancer and took care of her until she could be moved to Hospice. I will never forget that experience. One night she rang for me (she lost her voice towards the end and I had a bell by her bed) she said “kiddo, come lay with me” it was hard to do since by then we had a hospital bed, but I did. We just lay there for a while and finally I got the nerve to ask her (by then she and I knew it was a matter of days, she even made me pick out the dress she wanted to be buried in) I asked her “Jackie, are you scared” she just looked at me and said “No, dad and Buzzy( my brother-in-law) are waiting for me” . I will never forget how courages she was and I feel honored to have known her and love her. Life is too short, we should all focus on love instead of hate! Sorry, if I am being too emotional!
Jena ali,
How timely your post. I was just thinking about how Angelina has been a media pinanta these past two weeks and it is good to know that somewhere an educational institution is taking it seriously. I happened to see last Friday’s The View just today and I am physically ill by Joy Behar’s and her rightwing sidekick’s pecking at Angelina for a good 15 minutes. Thank goodness for Rosie O’Donnell who seemed to be the only one with any common sense, as she tried to educate her ignorant cohosts. How sad these women have a daily platform to spread hate and discord.
MalibuMom. That was beautiful. May I copy and send it to my cousin who lost her mom last month? Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful writing with us.
OT, but more sadness. Barbaro lost the good fight too. It makes me angry at the Gods that such wonderful creatures are taken so young.
Hello guli!
It is always a pleasure to see you! I’ve been in and out for a while, have you changed your mind about posting? When I come on I always look for your moniker because you always post those beautiful you tube videos. Thanks for all the links of pics and videos you always have in abundance. It is one of the reasons I continue to lurk!
No need to apologize as I found your post very thread appropriate. Call me sappy if you want but grief and music are two of the most powerful bonding methods.
Malibumom, thanks for another great post from the heart. Thanks, too, to everyone sharing their stories… it really helps in this sad time.
Going by her daughter’s words Marcheline Bertrand was an amazing woman. I obviously don’t know her, but the news of her passing has touched me. She hung in there with her daughter, and was able to see with her own eyes, what a wonderfully giving and compassionate person Angelina has become. For those of you who are parents, you know that is what we want for our children. She may have been taken at a young age, but she has surely touched a huge amount of people in her lifetime.
She finally has rest from the pain the disease had caused her.
CSMC DONATION FORM Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:57 pm
http://www.csmc.edu/pdf/donations2005.pdf
1) you can use credit card for donation
2) you can specify in memory of…..
I am hoping “The View”, Caryn James and Ryan Seacreast contribute to the Cancer research center. I don’t know how far the media has carried the news of Angie’s mom and the donations that are supposed to be made, I’ve not really heard much. But our media has been so much responsible for spreading hate. The number of people who do not have one opinion or the other listen to Joy Behar and the rest of them. I think we should let our media know we are tired of things like this and that we will also like to hear about their participation in promoting good things like contributing to this Research Center.
Joy, Estelle talked me in to staying and posting until I leave for Turkey in March .Well actually Estelle threatened to call me the X (as in X-mayor), just that term “X” freaked me out. She knew how to yank my chain, hey Estelle you know I love you but can’t help teasing you.
I wish one of our talented video makers will make one dedicated to Angie Jaames and their Mom….
So, until than I’ll give the link to Amaya’s great video. I think this one shows that Brad’s love will take our Angie through this sad and difficult times…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji_ZopTyaoY
My heart and prayers go out to Angie and her family. Angie we love you. Marcheline Bertrand may you rest in peace~
OMG, I was just watching Inside Edition and they had the news of Angie’s mom dying and a short tribute where they showed pictures of a newborn Angie in bed with her mom and James with Jon Voight talking about them. I started crying all over again. Angie has lost something precious and I wish I could do something to take away her pain.
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leetle UN Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 3:09 pm
I donated to Cedar Sinai too. Thanks so much for the link.
Come on, guys, if there are 1,000 of us and we each donate $25 or more, that will be at least $25,000 in honor of Angie’s mother. We can do it! Let the positive prevail!
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I just donated online to CSME memory of Marcheline Bertrand. I hope Jared doesn’t mind I requested CSMC to let Agie know there are so many of her fans here at Just Jared.
Marcheline… May you rest in peace.
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leetle UN Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 3:09 pm
I donated to Cedar Sinai too. Thanks so much for the link.
Come on, guys, if there are 1,000 of us and we each donate $25 or more, that will be at least $25,000 in honor of Angie’s mother. We can do it! Let the positive prevail!
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guli Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 4:08 pm
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See, there you go spoiling me again! Estelle, I oughta bake you a cake! Just imagine a very moist cake of your liking and take a slice big enough to satisfy you. On second thought the whole cake is yours, you’ve earned it! ;)
#609 / Original jpf
You have me in tears right now….I don’t know if it’s the cumulation of ALL the wonderful posts, the shared personal experiences and the beautiful poems…whatever it is, your post finally broke me.
Out of curiosity, I visited the usual hate filled blogs…to see how low humanity has sunk and I was not surprised. I want to believe some people just post for the sake of posting…that they don’t really mean these things. I want to believe this so bad because the alternative scares me.
I understand we want to show our support but please refrain from telling people how much to donate. The last thing we want to do is discourage those who can’t afford that much from giving.. $1, $5, $10, $35, $1000….it doesn’t matter. It’s the act itself that counts.
Thanks to all who have shared their personal stories and to those who are going through the same thing, I pray God gives you the fortitude to get through it.
Indie,
Like you, I am very proud of being a JP Fan.
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guli.
Thank you guli for putting that beautiful video up.. I believe Our girl is in great hands..
cheers
Please ……
To make a suggestion of the amount of money one should donate is
disrespectful
I have donated ….. those that do and can it’s a good thing…..no amount
is too small ….. if you don’t have money to donate, and a lot of people
do not…. your prayers are worth it’s weight in gold for people with Cancer
World Wide……LOL…Peace
As a mother who lost her only child Michael to Cancer 26yr, ago [at age 26] believe me without prayer from so many i would not have made it.
Aniston should listen to BP’s perspective on life – she could use it.
Curry: Something is happening to you to make you want to do this stuff because you’re doing more and more.
Pitt: Man, I got kids now. And it really changes your perspective on the world. And, you know, I’ve had my day. I’ve had my day. I made some films and I’ve really had a very fortunate life. And it’s time for me to share that a bit.
Curry: Angie says that the reason why she does so much humantarian work is because, having children, she feels a greater responsibility.
Pitt: It’s true. It changes … it completely changes your perspective. And certainly takes the focus off yourself, which I’m really grateful for. [Laughs]
Pitt: I’m really grateful to them.
Curry: You tell …
Pitt: I’m so tired of thinking about myself. I’m kinda sick of myself.
I can’t do justice to it anymore than any other parent can. You feel that you want to be there and you don’t want to miss out on anything. And it’s a true joy. And you want to be there for them if they need anything. It’s a true joy.
Curry: Love.
Pitt: Yeah, it’s … oh, a very profound love. Yeah.
Curry: Wonderful.
Pitt: Best thing I ever did. You know, you can write a book, you can make a movie, you can draw, paint a painting, but having kids is really the most extraordinary thing I’ve ever taken on. And, man, if I can get a burp out of that [baby], that little thing, I’ll feel such a sense of accomplishment.
Here’s the link to donate to Cedar Sinai but if you are unable to make an international donation then please donate to cancer research in your country. Your donation will do a great deal of good to help find cures for cancers no matter where you ultimately donate.
http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
Community Relations
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
8700 Beverly Blvd., Room 2416
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Phone: (310) 423-3661
Fax: (310) 423-0100
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MIKESMOM Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 4:18 pm
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I would like to comfort you by touch. Oh sweetie I could not fathom. When we become parents our lives shift and we live for them. I imagine loosing one of our babies is without comparison.
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Bam Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 4:23 pm
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Clearly, you have an ax to grind against Aniston.
Take it somewhere else. As you can see, the loss of Angelina’s mom has nothing to do with Jennifer Aniston. And if your post is suppose to serve as a way of steering BAMZS fans away from the matter at hand, shame on you.
And for that matter, for those so-called BAMZS fans who relished the thought of ___ losing her father to that heart attack he suffered months ago, shame on you too.
Please ask for a post to be deleted if you don’t like it. Please stop repeating hate.
Please show respect.
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SKEPTIC Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 4:30 pm
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I second that emotion…
#668 / MIKESMOM
Add one more person to the list of people sending prayers your way. Continue to stay strong and be well.
BRB
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African Girl Says: January 29th, 2007 at 4:17 pm
understand we want to show our support but please refrain from telling people how much to donate. The last thing we want to do is discourage those who can’t afford that much from giving.. $1, $5, $10, $35, $1000….it doesn’t matter. It’s the act itself that counts.
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Hiya AG, ITA, people should just give what they can and like you said it is the act that counts; and I can’t believe that you went over to other Sites, I went to a couple of them yesterday and I am still sick to my stomach, sometimes I wonder if some of the people are even humans
MIKESMOM Says: OMG- I am so sorry. Being a mother of three, I can’t imagine the pain you went and are going through. Thank you for sharing your very sad story… Well now MIKE lives with all of us in memory, thanks again for sharing…..
Please post more often, we really are a very caring bunch until ___ well I won’t go there…
Hi guys – this is somewhat OT, but it pertains to what E! tried to do to Angie recently as well. I say GOOOO Niki!!
I think I’ll find a website and let her know she’s got thousands of BAMZS fans rooting for her to sock it to E! something fierce.
Niki Taylor: I was slandered by E! show
POSTED: 2:08 p.m. EST, January 29, 2007
Story Highlights• Niki Taylor sues E! over portrayal on “Blvd. of Broken Dreams”
• Model says life is far from what presented on show
• Taylor was in 2001 car accident, recently married race driver
LOS ANGELES, California (AP) — Niki Taylor filed a federal slander lawsuit against E! Entertainment for alleged intentional infliction of emotional distress with its profile of the model in the new series “Blvd. of Broken Dreams.”
The U.S. District Court suit, filed Friday, also alleged fraud, breach of contract and invasion of privacy claiming E! Entertainment representatives falsely claimed the show would focus on Taylor’s current life.
The cable network allegedly told Taylor and manager Lou Taylor, no relation, the show would feature current professional endeavors, including her signature fragrance, clothing line, upcoming cosmetics line and charitable foundation, the suit said.
Instead, the suit said, defendants E! Entertainment Television Inc., E! Networks Productions Inc. and a producer focused on Taylor’s past hardships and characterized her as a celebrity “who risked everything … and lost.”
The E! synopsis of the show on its Web site describes “Blvd. of Broken Dreams” as, “In a place between heaven and Hollywood, dreams turn tragic and fame goes sour fast.”
“My life is far from a ‘boulevard of broken dreams,’ ” Taylor said in a statement.
Last week’s premiere episode of “Blvd. of Broken Dreams” was repeatedly shown on the cable network despite demands from Taylor’s lawyers that it be pulled from the lineup, Taylor attorney Caroline H. Mankey said.
“They neglected their journalistic obligations to report truthfully and accurately; they violated express promises they made to the plaintiff, supermodel Niki Taylor; and they demonstrated a reprehensible disregard for the substantial harm their actions would cause to Ms. Taylor,” the complaint said.
*(Cliniqua interrupts, Hey Niki…they don’t CARE about any harm done you, or anyone else.)
Telephone voicemail and e-mail messages to E! Entertainment spokeswoman Sarah Goldstein weren’t immediately returned.
*(Cliniqua interrupts: Hey – this is the person we need to contact as well to let her know how abhorrent her station is, and how they are being boycotted!)
Through the ’90s, Taylor, 31, was an elite model appearing frequently in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, and drawing numerous endorsement deals. She was critically injured in a near-fatal car accident in 2001, and recovered fully only after numerous surgeries.
Taylor and race car driver Burney Lamar married on December 27 at the Grande Colonial Hotel in the La Jolla area of San Diego. It was the first marriage for Lamar and the second for Taylor, who has 11-year-old twin boys, Jake and Hunter Martinez, from her previous marriage to former football player Matt Martinez.
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I hope she wins big!
Guli and Alexanderina
Hey ladies, how are you doing? Alex believe me…I don’t last more than 2 mins. I know now what they mean when they say “Curiosity Killed the Cat”
BBL…going home. There’s a chance it’s gonna snow here and I don’t want to be caught in traffic.
Please refrain from even mentioning the lady x.
SKEPTIC, JA does not want your pity remember? She’s a big girl far too busy with very important issues to dwell on herself. :-)
# 671
Thank You Joy ~~~
It is a pain that never goes away, you find a place to in your heart to
carry it and you go on…… and thank God for bringing him into your life
for the length of time he was there…..and remember the good because
there was more good than bad….. like they say if it don’t kill you it will
make you strong…. and it has….. LOL
ps….. but today i cry…[smile] things like this bring it out of it’s hiding
place.
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CLINIQUA Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 4:41 pm
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Although I didn’t watch it, I sort of hoped that JJ would post a GG thread, because I have something I really want to rage about, specifically E, but again, I don’t want to track b^ll$hit in here.
I think the entertainment industry take their entertainment too far that they forget that real human beings with feelings are involved. The love of money makes us hurt our fellow human beings. I thank JJ for keeping this place civil.
As I posted before, let’s all ignore the haters. They get off by responses.
http://www.myspace.com/francisbertrand
OJPF- ((((hugs to you)))), your post brought tears to my eyes, I hope you will be able to talk to your dad again, you know you can talk to him anytime now and you don’t need a phone number.
Joy- thanks for the cake :), Yeah, I have to pull leg, go down and dirty with her before she decided to stay for another few months, I’m trying to get her to continued after returning from her long long long long vacation, we will see, ;)
*working on a new strategy*, seriously though, it was nothing really, easy when you have someone so sweet as our Madame Mayor Guli, *whispered* she’s a push over for love, justice and everything Bamz.*hint*.
MIKESMOM-
I am so sorry to hear about your loss 26 years ago. As a mother of an only child, I can not imagine how you must have felt. You know God is watching over you. You will be reunited with your precious son one day. This earthly life here is very temporary and really very short. We need to love and support each other.
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African Girl Says: January 29th, 2007 at 4:48 pm
I am doing good AG, just busy at work like always and thinking about Angie and her family. I am keeping them in my prayers and thoughts. I think I lasted about 30 seconds on a few sites yesterday and I have no intention of going back to any of those sites ever again.
Have a safe trip home AG and talk to you later
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Indie Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:06 pm
Thank you to every one that has called to make a donation on behalf of Angie’s mom. I called Cedars Sanai to make a donation and the guy that took my information said Angie must have really good fans because they have been getting a lot of calls from her fans making donations since yesterday.
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It’s great to hear but it is something we BAMZSERs knew all along.
I hope it will bring Angie some small comfort in knowing we about love her and her family.
Thank YOU ALL!!!!!
You all have been a lot of comfort and joy to me for some time now
i find you to be humorous, smart and loyal a total package family
as a lurker i find you all different with the same bond, like soldiers
you all fight a good fight… LOL
Oh and while I’m at it Cliniqua….please don’t ever change [smile]…PEACE!
Alex and AG- you are ban from going over those places….goodness, you do know what happened to the cat when it got curious right? :lol:
This was posted by xxbrad’sgirl8 on soulie jolie. dont know if anyone mentioned this before.
QUOTE(xxbrad’sgirl8 @ Jan 29 2007, 04:06 AM) *
I still can’t stop crying. Just wanted to share this.
On one of Angelina’s site, the poster (cristine) who was the first to post about Angie’s mom’s death yesterday (Saturday) before the media reported it this morning also had this to say:
okey let me tell you more. i’m a nurse and my best friend is also a nurse who had the pleasure and honor of taking care of, she said:” a very lively,down to earth always positive and very beautiful lovely woman” who looks like AJ who’s been battling cancer for almost 8yrs. Marceline was well loved by the nurses at cedars b/c of her great qualities. last nite at about 6pm my friend called to tell me that cedars is in so much in chaos b/c brad and angie were there and marceline just passed away. she said tons of paparatzis all around the hosp. that brads bodyguards cannot do anything, so they called the hospital security 2dozens of them came to contained the ppl around. brad and angie had to be taken by the heliport to be able to leave the hospital. also my friend told me that angie was crying hard and brad was w/ her the whole time embracing her not letting go. she said very obvious that brad is so much in love w/ the body language.also her brother james was there.no sign of jon voight.she also said that angie is thinner now than when she 1st saw her before. still very beautiful without make up. okey sweetie i hope this is enough info! talk to you later!
Hey AG and Alex, I am fine but very sad, but am so happy she has Brad and the kids and her brother to help her through this sad time, but I really hope that James can lean on Brad and Angie as well, he’s going to have a very hard time as well, those three were so close my heart just goes out to them…
So AG did you see Lainey rip into GC today? Sorry I had to sneak that in.
BTW— the other blog that I love posted this today!
http://brangelinafans.blogspot.com/
Cliniqua,
Thank you for the information on E & Nikki Taylor. I remember when she had the near fatal accident and she came through that completely. It was a long and hard road. How E can portray someone who survived this accident and is doing well as the opposite is beyond me.
I don’t know if you guys realized, but E!, after the bashing from you know who had the nerve to proclaim that they had an exclusive about Brangelina. It was Brad’s mention of having a family as large as a soccer team statement. That’s what E calls an exclusive? He has said this before.
Unfortunately, If Brad or Angelina took legal action like Nikki has, it would draw moths to the flame. Let’s hope that Nikki’s actions will bring attention & change the standards they currently have at that station.
My prayers are with James, BAMZS and Bertrand families through these sorrowful times.
Malibumom…
Your post was beautiful. Thank you for that.
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Estelle Says: January 29th, 2007 at 5:18 pm
I know, I know Estelle, hanging my head in shame, but I promise I will never go back to those sites again :)
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Lady G Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 5:15 pm
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Indie Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:06 pm
Thank you to every one that has called to make a donation on behalf of Angie’s mom. I called Cedars Sanai to make a donation and the guy that took my information said Angie must have really good fans because they have been getting a lot of calls from her fans making donations since yesterday.
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It’s great to hear but it is something we BAMZSERs knew all along.
I hope it will bring Angie some small comfort in knowing we about love her and her family.
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Thanks so much Indie for letting us know that. I’m going to make my donation this evening. I was hoping Cedars Sinai is keeping track of Angelina’s fans and their donations — she needs to know how much she and her family are admired and loved.
I have a feeling before it’s over, between the bamzs fans here, not to mention the fans, kings, queens, and presidents worldwide, they will have to build a wing in Marcheline’s honor.
When it’s all said and done, I hope they release the amount.
Merhaba, Guli.
I like your posts about Turkey and learning some words here and there from your posts.
Ok Alex, you are off with a warning this time…. ;)
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aimee Says:
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I read this story several times now, and eventhough the story seems to be very touching and wonderful, ( thank you for reposting the story), I have doubt of its authenticity, just because I saw pictures of them driving out of what seems to be the hospital parking structure.
My deepest condolences to Angelina and her family – May Marcheline Bertrand rest in peace.
After reading all the beautiful prayers and personal stories in this thread, I felt relieved and comforted that the Jolie-Pitts are quite lucky to have an amazing fans that are truly great human beings…
I, too, want to share my own personal experience with losses (grieving and mourning)…
I used to work as a social worker in one of the hospitals here in NYC at a Cancer Unit. The cancer patients that I’ve met vary from ages and the kind of cancer they were diagnosed with. Some of my patients died few days after my first meeting with them, which was quite difficult on my part to process their losses, even though I knew that their deaths were imminent. Other patients survived a few months after being released from the hospital, while the lucky ones went into remission and live a fruitful life for years, until the cancer returns again. Yes, Cancer is a brutal disease – it does not pick and choose who gets it or not. I am hopeful that with the advancement of technology and research, we can combat all sorts of cancer in the near future.
In dealing with losses, it is always a tough situation (I used to run a support group for grieving survivors of cancer). People grieve in many ways – Often, the grieving process depends on the individual’s strength (according to the support system, traditions, culture, norms and upbringing). In other words, to grieve on a loss is a personal experience, and therefore, there are no right or wrong ways to process it, unless of course when one is blatant to be disrespectful. In most cases, our actions are motivated by our own personal wishes and wants (obviously, based on how we want to live our own lives). So, let’s be very mindful and be sensitive, that some may expressed their sorrows and grief in ways that others may dislike. Ultimately, we cannot dictate how people should expressed themselves, it is their rights, and you have your rights as well…. Let’s just all do what is appropriate….
Estelle you are letting Alex and AG off so easy, shoot I was going to take them to Turkey with me :lol:
WebSurfer Says– well thank you lady that is nice to hear. Why don’t you post more often and same goes to MIKESMOM and every lurker that came out of lurkdom, we need you guys here at JJ’s. The more the merrier!
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Estelle Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 5:47 pm
They were driving out of Marchaline’s hotel on what seems to be the day after she passed. It’s close to the hospital.
we bamz fans rock because we are real fans that truly care and love angie in every way.and now we have a lot of her fans donating , i hope ange knows that.:)
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guli Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 5:19 pm
Hey AG and Alex, I am fine but very sad, but am so happy she has Brad and the kids and her brother to help her through this sad time, but I really hope that James can lean on Brad and Angie as well, he’s going to have a very hard time as well, those three were so close my heart just goes out to them…
So AG did you see Lainey rip into GC today? Sorry I had to sneak that in.
BTW— the other blog that I love posted this today!
http://brangelinafans.blogspot.com/
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Hi Guli, ditto, and I am happy as well that she have Brad and the kids and James, and that they are also there for James as well. It is great that they have each other to lean on and to support each other in this difficult time.
Alexanderina ..Thank you for the kind words. I hope that Angie knows the we all
love and support her during this time of sorrow.
NY Lurker Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 5:50 pm
Thanks for your post and thanks to all the fans who have shared their memories. It is very inspiring to read how so many fans have been in similar situations and how they gathered strength and courage to get through it. AJ’s mother will always be with her and her brother. Her spirit will always be with them. Best wishes to BAMZS and to James.
If you are on NY time , the Actors Studio on Bravo is on with
Angelina ……. it’s a repeat….. but who gets tired of watching
her. ENJOY!!!!
Dear Caryn James,
I think you owe Angie an apology knowing her mother was dying while you wrote the article in the NYT. I’ll appreciate hearing one from you. I believe the people in the media should use their power responsibly.
Here the email address: letters@nytimes.com
and the phone number: 212 556 12 34
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Apology please Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:22 pm
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I don’t think it’s necessary. I am sure she is feeling pretty bad right now.
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HOTTEST COUPLE EVER Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:09 pm
Alexanderina ..Thank you for the kind words. I hope that Angie knows the we all
love and support her during this time of sorrow.
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awww you are welcome and I do believe that she knows
707 MIKESMOM Says: January 29th, 2007 at 6:18 pm
If you are on NY time , the Actors Studio on Bravo is on with
Angelina ……. it’s a repeat….. but who gets tired of watching
her. ENJOY!!!!
^^^^
So weird! Just turned to it right now and she’s talking about her dad bringing his girlfriend over to their house and her mom was in this running suit with two kids hanging on her (not verbatim but close). So sad.
jpf
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ntt Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:25 pm
Do you REALLY think she is feeling badly now? I really doubt it, I hope I am wrong though. I have become quite jaded regarding the press. It seems to many of these writers have no soul or sense of decency. Anyone who can write that type of article doesnt seem to be a person who has much feeling for anyone… Maybe I am wrong, maybe my feelings have been clouded also by visiting other blogs today and reading really horrible and unfeeling things concerning Angie’s moms passing. So much hate.. I really hoped people could let it go for a while considering this difficult time.
Thank God for JJ… this place is a sanctuary from most of the hate.
712:
aimee:
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I agree, it was James article that set Behar and company off on Friday’s “The View”.
Why shouldn’t we expect civility from people who reach millions?
I believe that all our prayers and condolences directed towards AJ and her family at this unhappy time will be like wafts of sweet breeze to cool their brows and dry their tears. Let us remember them in our prayers tonight.
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aimee Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:31 pm
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Like you, I am jaded regarding the press. I don’t think they ever feel bad about anything as long as they got their point across and get more money. If they looked at the people they hound/criticize as normal human beings with feelings and who make mistakes, you would see it in what they write. I just cannot deal with the hate filled sites and judgmental people right now and so have not gone to any of those sites since yesterday.
My heart goes out to Angie and her family. What sad news.
_______________________
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Really??? Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:35
________________
anyone if it was mentioned on the view today?
The View was prerecorded, so tomorrow should be the first day for them. Hopefully they got a mailbox full.
I meant to ask if anyone knew if it was mentioned on the view
700 NY Lurker Says: January 29th, 2007 at 5:50 pm
My deepest condolences to Angelina and her family – May Marcheline Bertrand rest in peace.
After reading all the beautiful prayers and personal stories in this thread, I felt relieved and comforted that the Jolie-Pitts are quite lucky to have an amazing fans that are truly great human beings…
I, too, want to share my own personal experience with losses (grieving and mourning)…
I used to work as a social worker in one of the hospitals here in NYC at a Cancer Unit. The cancer patients that I’ve met vary from ages and the kind of cancer they were diagnosed with. Some of my patients died few days after my first meeting with them, which was quite difficult on my part to process their losses, even though I knew that their deaths were imminent. Other patients survived a few months after being released from the hospital, while the lucky ones went into remission and live a fruitful life for years, until the cancer returns again. Yes, Cancer is a brutal disease – it does not pick and choose who gets it or not. I am hopeful that with the advancement of technology and research, we can combat all sorts of cancer in the near future.
In dealing with losses, it is always a tough situation (I used to run a support group for grieving survivors of cancer). People grieve in many ways – Often, the grieving process depends on the individual’s strength (according to the support system, traditions, culture, norms and upbringing). In other words, to grieve on a loss is a personal experience, and therefore, there are no right or wrong ways to process it, unless of course when one is blatant to be disrespectful. In most cases, our actions are motivated by our own personal wishes and wants (obviously, based on how we want to live our own lives). So, let’s be very mindful and be sensitive, that some may expressed their sorrows and grief in ways that others may dislike. Ultimately, we cannot dictate how people should expressed themselves, it is their rights, and you have your rights as well…. Let’s just all do what is appropriate….
^^^^
Thanks for saying this. I was so self concious about what I thought would be percieved as a lack of grief not only then, but in the past two yrs, my mom’s lost 2 brothers and her baby sister to cancer, and I loved them dearly, and miss them so much, but I have yet to cry. I just tend to be stoic moreso than not at highly emotional times while I have a sister who cries at commericials!
jpf
Masina,
What a beautiful poem. Thanks for posting it.
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Really??? Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:41 pm
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Thanks for your reply.. I hope you are right too.
I’d like to post this poem for the Jolie-Pitts family:
DEATH BE NOT PROUD:
DEATH be not proud, though some have called thee
Mighty and dreadfull, for, thou art not so,
For, those, whom thou think’st, thou dost overthrow,
Die not, poore death, nor yet canst thou kill me.
From rest and sleepe, which but thy pictures bee, 5
Much pleasure, then from thee, much more must flow,
And soonest our best men with thee doe goe,
Rest of their bones, and soules deliverie.
Thou art slave to Fate, Chance, kings, and desperate men,
And dost with poyson, warre, and sicknesse dwell, 10
And poppie, or charmes can make us sleepe as well,
And better then thy stroake; why swell’st thou then;
One short sleepe past, wee wake eternally,
And death shall be no more; death, thou shalt die.
Be strong Angelina, I lost my mom at a very young age. At least you had all these years to build special memories with yours.
Be strong
An apology from Caryn James can start the healing process. A lot of people that post on blogs cannot form opinions of their own, they listen to this so called experts in the press. If we do not do anything, how do we expect this to stop. Anyway, I personally demanded an apology from Caryn, I sent her an e-mail already.
I just watched Inside Edition. They talked about Marcheline as someone reported in previous post.
On a lighter note, regarding the SAG red carpet, they said the dress color trend that day was GREY! They showed like 3 actresses wearing grey, just like the color of AJ’s GG gown.
I thank God that at the end of Marcheline’s life, she knew without a shadow of doubt that her one and only daughter, was surrounded by the love of Brad, Maddox, Zahara, and Shiloh, and she needn’t worry about her.
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guli Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 5:53 pm
Estelle you are letting Alex and AG off so easy, shoot I was going to take them to Turkey with me
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Guli, I don’t want to go to Turkey :)
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ah thank you for the correction and info.
Guli- I guess their excuse were justifeable with me, sometime in the back of my mind, I do want to know if those trolls have a heart?.
Any how, they still can go to Turkey with you, they deserve the rest.
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ntt Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:49 pm
USA Today has some pics of several celebs wearing grey to the SAG Awards, they mentioned that Angelina was the one who started the trend at the GG’s.
I have tried to find the post where it talks about the way Angie’s mother handle her going off on her first UNHCR mission and the special message James send to her.
Now compare what her donor did to her.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=N72JJdyReSY&search=angelina%20jolie%20%2B%20interview
I cried when I first show this clip…..just because you are a donor doesn’t make you a parent. Be it a woman or a man.
687 Estelle Says: January 29th, 2007 at 5:05 pm
OJPF- ((((hugs to you)))), your post brought tears to my eyes, I hope you will be able to talk to your dad again, you know you can talk to him anytime now and you don’t need a phone number.
^^^^
Yep, everytime I watch a “guy” show/movie (western or war), or the history channel “we talk.” :)
jpf
724
ntt Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:49 pm
I just watched Inside Edition. They talked about Marcheline as someone reported in previous post.
On a lighter note, regarding the SAG red carpet, they said the dress color trend that day was GREY! They showed like 3 actresses wearing grey, just like the color of AJ’s GG gown.
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As Cujo of ET said AJ was saving the industry and how she was carrying it on her little shoulder.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XTctufYaIY
So I am NOT surprise that all others bring out the GREY!
728 leni Says: January 29th, 2007 at 6:54 pm
re:724 ntt: January 29th, 2007 at 6:49 pm
USA Today has some pics of several celebs wearing grey to the SAG Awards, they mentioned that Angelina was the one who started the trend at the GG’s.
^^^^
I’ve noticed that! And also the dress style, and the jewelery. Less “LOOK AT ME!” dresses and more “you can’t HELP but look at me.”
jpf
I thank God that the last scenes Marcheline saw of her one and only daughter was that of being loved by Brad, Maddox, Zahara, and Shiloh.
I pray that now is the time Angelina spreads that love to envelope her father, Jon Voight.
I noticed the grey dress trend. Isn’t it ironic that everyone wants to copy them while at the same time they want to write articles that make them less important? SAG awards will probably not be remembered in 2 days while Angie’s GG is still being talked about. The way she blinked, they way she held Brad, why she did not laugh will be talked about with long essays and opinions.
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Joy Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:00 pm
What does expressing a wish have to do with telling someone what to do? AJ is not on this site so therefor it is not trying to tell her what to do! It is just people saying, “Hey I would like to see this…”. There is supposed to be healing in deliverence maybe that is why some people are bringing JV up. And before anyone thinks to jump on me please see my original JV post I did not include him. I am a Breast Cancer survivor (2 years this February) and I have learned in my 50+ years that 1) man will fail you and 2) life will continue.
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I agree with your view. Some people are too overbearing on this board. Jump down your throat because you express an opinion. We are all BAMZSers.
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sparklefirefly Says
Excuse ME!!!! Don’t you think it should be the REVERSE considering JV dumped ALL of them 28 YEARS AGO????? He should be trying to envelope them with LOVE, not that they would want it……
I will agree to disagree! Please don’t respond since I won’t reply re this topic, thanks………
I saw the part of the Armani Collection show in Paris, he has a whole line of gray, guess who get the credit? Angelina Jolie has started a new trend in color, Gray is the it color of this year Fashion Week in Paris……
730
Original jpf Says:
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How wonderful, thanks for letting me know that…. :)
great….Grey not gray..oops sorry.
All you BAMZS fans are such wonderful and beautiful people. Your comments have touched my heart and has made me cry over and over again. I love Angie and have been a fan of her for years. I wished that I could meet her some day and give her a hug. This tragedy has also hit me close to home.
I, too, have a personal experience to share with you guys.
I had a cousin who died of skin cancer 4 yrs. ago and she was only 26 yrs old. She was very beautiful and her skin was like Angie. Everyone always completement on how nice her skin was and at end it was her skin that kill her. She was born with a big mole on her side leg. It was not cancerous in the beginning, but as years go by it became cancerous. She was able to get rid of the cancer on the outside of her skin thru chemotherapy. As months passed, she did not go in for her monthly checkups so the cancer came back.
My cousin was under alot of stress at the time. My aunt expected alot from her and was always comparing her to other people. She was the only daughter and was very close to her parents. She always look after them. She was in the process of planning for her big wedding and did not get along with her soon to be mother-in-law. With all of the stress, she did not have time to go and see the doctor and by the time she did because of her fiancee hounding her the doctor say that the cancer has spread to her lungs and that she only has 3 months to live. She broke down in tears and was afraid to die. When we heard the news, the family was in a state of shock. My parents is a BIG believer of God and they told my aunt and uncle to keep on praying and my cousin was taken to the church so that a priest can pray for her. She was told to not give up on God which she didn’t. She went thru many chemo treatments and it was killing her body. She lost all of her hair and was so skinny. She couldn’t keep any food down. My parents keep on insisting that God will not let her die to my aunt and uncle, but at the end she die.
I regret not spending time with her. We were close when we were kids until she went out with a boyfriend of mine than we grew apart. I only got close to her at the end when she was dying. I did not want her to die. I was by her bedside every day praying for her and telling her to not give up hope. It was so sad to see her in so much pain. She was on so much morphine to heal the pain and at the end she slip into a coma and die. I was not with her, but my sister and aunt was.
She had so much going for her. She had a good job and was looking forward to her wedding day and one day have children. I have so many regrets about not spending enough time with her. It was because of a stupid incident that we grew apart. Till this day, my aunt and uncle has not gotten over the grief. The both of them want to die. She loved the both of them so much. They only have two sons left. One lives far away and another is in Iraq fighting the war. My cousin who lives far away has two kids and she never got the chance to meet her nephew and niece.
What I have learned from this is life is precious and you should never take it for granted. My cousin was not ready for death. I have two kids (two boys) who I love dearly. I pray everyday that they are safe and healthy.
I wished that I can chat with you BAMZS fans more often on this site, but with taking care of two little boys who has time. They are always chasing around and getting hurt.
My prayers are with Angie, Brad, James, and her children.
R.I.P. Marcheline Bertrand
To Original jpf Says:
“Thanks for saying this. I was so self concious about what I thought would be percieved as a lack of grief not only then, but in the past two yrs, my mom’s lost 2 brothers and her baby sister to cancer, and I loved them dearly, and miss them so much, but I have yet to cry. I just tend to be stoic moreso than not at highly emotional times while I have a sister who cries at commericials!”
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One should never feel guilty or bad about when and how to grieve. You grieve when you are ready – and you alone will know it, when it happens. Grieving is something that you do at any time, form, or shape. Crying is not the only way of grieving – Crying maybe comforting to others, but it maybe not, to some, it is just one expression of grieving. By simply missing the loss of your dear relatives, are in itself a way to grieve. And if someday, out of the blue, you just feel like crying, then it is okay to let go and just allow yourself to do what is best and you’ll be fine…..Don’t be harsh on yourself….
My own mother died at the age of 56 of breast Cancer, back in 1990 here in NYC. My mother’s wished was to die in the Philippines, but was impossible at that time. To this day, I still grieve for her loss and I miss her all the time. She was a trained nurse, so she had the healing hands to get us better when we used to get sick. Even now as an adult , I tend to regress when I get sick – I longed for her healing hands. But the beautiful memories that I have of her, soothes my longingness. The thought that I had the honor that she was my mother, is in itself a very comforting feeling that I take with me everyday.
Alex, AG and Estelle- Heck as much as love AG and Alex there is no way I’ll dump them in a Turkish prison like the haters I hope to take with me. :lol: Alex and AG will probably be sipping on Margaritas while I am making shish-kebabs and humus, they will be sunning by the Mediterranean :lol: Psst Estelle, you want to come?
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SKEPTIC Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 4:52 pm
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My bad! I meant SAGs.
730
Original jpf Says:
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awwwww…..what an amazing conversation that would be.
739
Gray is in again Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 7:33 pm
great….Grey not gray..oops sorry.
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Both forms are OK, according to my Webster:lol:
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Lady G Says: Thank you. The video is quite telling.
Such inspirational posts today. I thank you all!!!!!
Bless BAMZS
I went to other sites just to see if Jen fans have any conscience. I’m shock. These people could sink that low and have that much hatred. I do notice that they are the same batch of people judging by the way they wrote. These people just went from site to site spitting hatred. Good thing is that it’s a very very small number of people who just kept repeating posts.
I love this site. This site has reasonable people.
My love to Angie, Brad and family.
I’ve already posted my sympathy for Marcheline’s loss, so tonight I’ll just say thank you to so many among us who were moved to share their stories. It has been an emotional day reading through them. Thank you very much, and a hand held out to hold your, Mikesmom and Malibumom…
re: 639 curly Says: January 29th, 2007 at 3:16 pm
“I am not a spiritual person but I will agree with Original jpf’s post on Ms. Bertrand perhaps letting go as she knew her daughter is in good hands”
re: 609 Original jpf Says: January 29th, 2007 at 1:54 pm
“I believe the grief has passed, but not sure if I’ve really mourned since I still can’t bring myself to take his name and number off my cell phone.”
I’ve been reading all the heartfelt personal stories and crying on and off for all those who shared. There are always two perspectives to death: the living and the dying. One story is not more pertinent than another but re: the dying, Curly’s post was particularly noteworthy because she talked about letting go. I volunteered for Hospice in my county for fifteen years as a member of the Hospice team in the capacity of a health care professional. My intimate experiences and interactions with both the dying patient and members of their family taught me a lot about the cancer process, the dying process and the living process.
There are numerable cases where only until family members including small children were gathered to say their goodbyes did the patient then die within hours…it is all about closure. There are a number of cases when the individual is preoccupied with a task or something on their mind they have to do or say before they “let go”. Aside from the medical signs and symptoms of an individual going through the final phase, Hospice workers will often say the dying know when the end is near and will cling with the little energy that have left until what he or she feels has not been settled is attempted to be settled. As a reassuring note, dying patients are not afraid to die, they know when it is time and most cancer patients accept it willingly.
Original jpf, your story was particularly noteworthy…properly mourning is important for those who are living. Some day you will be able to remove your father’s name and number off your phone. As a “delayed reactor” for whatever reason you feel words and actions were not timely, shock overcame you, other responsibilities were overwhelming, let go yourself. We all grieve in our own way but it is about your closure too. Those who are left behind are very important. Continuing quality of your life is important and closure is apart of the process.
It is important to enjoy the ones you love, to be comfortable in expressing your feelings now and to deal with the possibility that anyone you care for or love may not be around tomorrow. It is so important not to be afraid of the dying process nor of our sadness during those times.
Everyone here who has posted their sympathy for this family is a special human being and is recognized.
My thoughts are also with the Jolie-Pitt family.
guest Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 7:43 pm
Well come on, quit being a guest and become a regular JJ poster, please we love meeting new people!
I believe this is one of the best threads we ever had on Jared!!
Foul of love, compassion, generosity, kindness and caring for other people. Especially when they are going through such a tough time as the JP.
A big thank you to all the people who shared their moving stories and gave great advices from their experiences. May any religion or any power you believe in will help you ease you pain and be strong so you can pass it to others.
I’m happy to see that our world is not so messed up. With people like the ones that are posting here today there is still a hope to improve and be better.
Keep the love coming!! I’m proud of being a BAMZS fan!!
R.I.P Marcheline!!
http://angiesworld.online.fr/picmaddoxbio51.html
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samara Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 7:52 pm
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Hmmmmmm… You know.. err.. you smell like.. Raquel!! ;) (or however you spell it)
You just couldn’t help it right?? Oh well.. :lol:
TP— ditto on everything you said, you are one special lady!!! I know there is a big age difference between you and me, but I honestly don’t feel it. Because you are so mature, kind, caring and a heck of alot more articulate than I am ;-)
TP—Get those OUZO bottles ready and stockeed :lol: After the sad news there will be many happy occasions to have a cyber-party for our BAMZS family!
My thoughts go out to Angelina and her family at this very sad time, I lost my Dad when I was young- a long long time ago now, and the pain does ease but never goes away completely, there’s always a tiny dent left in your heart. Also to the many people here who have shared thier grief over thier loved ones – I have been very humbled and moved reading your stories- thankyou for posting- I am so sorry for your losses.
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Yes! yes yes…* with much enthusiasm*, and for AG and Alex, I meant for them to stay with you at your lovely home.
I wasn’t thinking about the turkish prison for them :), but that’s a great idea if they ever go to the dark side again, right Mayor?
LETTER TO: Ms. Caryn James, NY Times
FROM: Gossipfan Writer/Editor of; http://www.brangelinafans.blogspot.com
Dear Ms James,
I find it hard to believe that a journalist who writes for a newspaper the caliber of the New York Times would sink to such silly tabloid gossipy low depths to portray Angelina Jolie as a “saint” whose image has tarnished, simply based on a spoiled brat entertainment “reporter’s” impression of Angelina, and bitter people’s comments about her as of late. Your article ‘After all that Goodness, a Sudden Fall from Grace’ was slanted, using hear-say from unreliable internet gossip sources.
Angelina Jolie is an actor who has been misunderstood and joyfully slammed by some unprofessional tabloid inspired “media” as well as by general celebrity watchers who love to hate this woman because her partner chose to leave a marriage that was not productive for either person.
Angelina’s frank comments have been deliberately taken out of context to serve as additional evidence that she is reckless, a snob, and a cold person. She is not what you and others make her out to be. I have been reading nothing but bitchy comments from women attacking Angelina; she can do nothing right in these people’s eyes. This “blob” comment has completely been played up and taken out of context because there’s obviously nothing else more important to discuss!
Sadly now, an article from the NYT is jumping on the anti-Jolie bandwagon because you know it will be read and those who agree with you will revel in your tainted opinion about Ms. Jolie. All that matters to you is taking the seemingly popular view and writing about it and sitting back and wait for people to read it. Shame on you for using the Times to sling mud at a woman who doesn’t deserve it!
When someone takes Ryan Seacrest’s side on the issue of Angelina Jolie trying to give the spotlight to her partner Brad Pitt at the Golden Globes redcarpet, and Ryan felt slighted and offended by Angelina being shy and goes off and whine about it, then you know you’re not dealing with a professional and objective writer.
Gossipfan
Writer/Editor of
http://brangelinafans.blogspot.com/
Like I mentioned before, rarely does an entertainment story provoke me to care enough about the subject to write to the author or editor, but I’ve had enough. I’m terribly disappointed in Ms. James and the NYT for running such a silly article. It’s written in the style of something from In Touch! So make of that what you will.
gf
My condolences and prayers go out to AJ, Jamie, Brad and the kids. May they find strength and comfort in one another during this difficult and stressful time. The loss of someone close leaves a hole in the heart and soul that never heals. Time helps and does fade the pain, but a part of your essence, your soul is lost forever. My “big brother” died unexpectedly last year after we all thought he had overcome a serious illness. The shock and grief was overwhelming. Nothing in life prepares you for this, but you find comfort in knowing so many other love and care about you. Peace to the family, may GOD bless and comfort them….
One last thing before I go.
Brad and Angelina were in the room together when Shiloh came into this world. Brad was at Angelina’s side when the family she shared with James Haven and their mother Marcheline Bertrand changed forever. He was in the room with them when this woman took her last breath, and he was there to be of support to HIS family.
These are the actions of a man who has made the commitment to be with this woman through it all, life and death, the good, the bad and the horrific. By now the realization of this shouldn’t be lost on anyone but of course it is, and it will continue to be lost on them for whatever reason, and it will continue to be debated for whatever reason, but for me? I won’t be wasting my breath or time trying to debate what isn’t debatable.
The message delivered by Brad’s actions should leave no one doubtful about anything. Just knowing that even James Haven allowed someone other than he and his sister into that most private of moments speaks volumes. We know how connected, protective, and adoring of one another Marcheline, James and Angelina have been throughout their lives together. We’ve seen the photos of just the three of them at different stages, and you can just feel their love for each other, and a geniune enjoyment of being together just the three of them.
If it had only been James and Angelina with their mother in her last hours, I wouldn’t have thought it odd at all, and in fact it would have been what I expected because of Angelina’s stories of life growing up with Jamie and her mom, and again the connection between the three. To know Brad was there and a part of something so sacred and personal, one has to know it was for more than support. He was there because she was a part of his family and he loved her too.
God bless the Jolie-Pitts, James Haven, The Bertrands, and the Voights.
I’ve visited x17 which shows angie was crying in the car several weeks ago. I’m surprised that some haters fear so much that people sympathy with Angie.So they writed that Angie didn’t cry in the pic or so.
Angelina Jolie is the most popular and favorite HW star by a poll of a reliable survey 2006 in Japan.
We are so unbelivable that there are lots of hatters and persistent persons in US.
I’m glad that all BAMZSfans in this site are so nice. Thank you, and sorry for my bad English writting.
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guli Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 8:10 pm
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Guli you are a great woman and a great mom. You where one of my favourite posters when I first came on Jared as a lurker 1.5 year ago. I really don’t feel any difference either. Thank you so much for you great words. (((hugs)))
And of course we will have a huge cyber-party before you will leave for Turkey!!
You know what a party and Ouzo freak I am. :lol:
my thoughts and prayers go out to angie and her family. you will see you mom in your minds eye and know she is at peace. stay strong for your children and keep your moms memories close to your heart. time heals
my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. stay strong for your family.
they will give you the love and support you need at this time.
you will see your mom in your minds eye and this will bring you comfort.
with deepest sympathy
Like Angie’s mom, Marcheline Bertrand, my mother died of cancer. My mom was 59. It still hurts me to this day to have lost my mom to a disease like cancer – it just comes out of the blue, and it hits you so quickly, you didn’t see it coming. My prayers are with Angelina and her family during this difficult time. May Marcheline rest in peace.
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Original jpf Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 8:24 pm
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A brilliant post O jpf. Thank you and ITA!!
Loved reading the posts. Very touched by what has been written.
Special thanks to Jared and Audrey for keeping this thread clean.
I wanted to extend my condolences to all of Marcheline’s friends and loved ones. I’m sure that this is as big of a loss to them as it is for Angelina and James Haven.
Hi Nanci!
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KatGuardian Says:
I am so sorry about your Mom. Cancer is really horrible, just like you said you never know when and to whom it is going to hit. My sister-in-law that I mentioned before ; never smoked, hardly ever drank, was a health nut (if I went Mc D’s she would scould me, R.I.P Jackie) but her grandmother had died of breast cancer. In some cases it is genetic. Ohhh. shoot I am getting too emotional again. Anywhoooo , what I wanted to say was, I would love for you to post more often….
Well Said: Thank you for sending that letter. I hope it gets published all over the world. And my condolence to the Angie, James, Brad and the kids. Too bad they will not see their grandma as they grow up. I think Maddox might remember a little. Thanks Jared for this coverage.
I have written this before and I will write it again that a lot of people from other countries are reading things written about Angelina because she has a presence in other countries other than America, mostly because she’s a giver. It is very shocking for some us to see the way Angelina is treated in the media in the U.S. It is quite unnecessary and it does not speak well of this country. I hope people will consider that if they do not have any good thing to say, they can write about something else. Almost everyone knows her story, we do not need to be reminded about those a million times everytime someone wants to write about her. Give Angelina room to grow by encouraging her. It is nice to be on a site like this. Thanks everyone. R.I.P. Madame Marcheline.
I was watching Access Hollywood. They mentioned the passing of Angelina’s Mom. They brought up the GG and said that Angelina put up a brave face at the GG’s to to support Brad knowing that her Mom was very ill. This is not the exact wording but the general gist of it. It was very tasteful and respectful how they handled it.
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foreigner Says:
(((((CLAPPING))))) THANK YOU!!!!! Look at what Depp chose; goodbye USA hello Europe….
January 29th, 2007 at 8:51 pm
I have written this before and I will write it again that a lot of people from other countries are reading things written about Angelina because she has a presence in other countries other than America, mostly because she’s a giver. It is very shocking for some us to see the way Angelina is treated in the media in the U.S. It is quite unnecessary and it does not speak well of this country. I hope people will consider that if they do not have any good thing to say, they can write about something else. Almost everyone knows her story, we do not need to be reminded about those a million times everytime someone wants to write about her. Give Angelina room to grow by encouraging her. It is nice to be on a site like this. Thanks everyone. R.I.P. Madame Marcheline.
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Beautiful pictures of Angie, her mom and Maddox.
http://angiesworld.online.fr/picmaddoxbio54.html
http://angiesworld.online.fr/picmaddoxbio55.html
http://angiesworld.online.fr/picmaddoxbio50.html
http://angiesworld.online.fr/picmaddoxbio51.html
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Pictures are courtesy of Fati @BAFANS
Why we love her and we are thankful to her mom today:
Humanitarian work
Jolie first became personally aware of worldwide humanitarian crises while filming Tomb Raider in poverty-stricken and widely mined Cambodia. According to Jolie, “I discovered things about what’s happening in the world… Cambodia was really eye opening for me.”[37] Deeply affected by these experiences, she eventually turned to UNHCR for more information on international trouble spots. In the following months she agreed to visit different refugee camps around the world to learn more about the situation and the conditions in these areas. In February 2001, Jolie went on her first field visit, an 18-day mission to Sierra Leone and Tanzania; she later expressed her shock at what she had witnessed.[38] In the coming months she returned to Cambodia for two weeks and later visited Afghan refugees in Pakistan where she donated $1 million for Afghan refugees in response to an international UNHCR emergency appeal.[39] She insisted on covering all costs related to her missions and shared the same rudimentary working and living conditions as UNHCR field staff on all of her visits.[38] Impressed by her interest and devotion in the subject, UNHCR named her a Goodwill Ambassador on August 27 2001 at UNHCR headquarters in Geneva, despite her warning that her controversial public image might shed a negative light on the U.N.[40] In a press conference Jolie explained her motives for joining the refugee agency:
We cannot close ourselves off to information and ignore the fact that millions of people are out there suffering. I honestly want to help. I don’t believe I feel differently from other people. I think we all want justice and equality, a chance for a life with meaning. All of us would like to believe that if we were in a bad situation someone would help us.”#wp-_note-Angelina_Jolie_named_UNHCR_Goodwill_Ambassador_for_refugees”>[38]
During her first three years as Goodwill Ambassador Jolie concentrated her efforts on field missions, visiting refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) all around the world. Asked what she hoped to accomplish, she stated, “Awareness of the plight of these people. I think they should be commended for what they have survived, not looked down upon.”[41] In 2002, Jolie visited Tham Hin refugee camp in Thailand and Colombian refugees in Ecuador to take a closer look at the “Western Hemisphere’s most severe humanitarian crisis”.[42] She and US Secretary of State Colin Powell opened events to celebrate World Refugee Day 2002 on June 20 in Washington, D.C.[43] Jolie then went to various UNHCR facilities in Kosovo and paid a visit to Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya with refugees mainly from Sudan. UNHCR’s Representative to Kenya, George Okoth-Obbo, praised her “presence, just to bring some joy into what is undoubtedly a hard life for many of the people here”.[44] She also visited Angolan refugees while she was filming Beyond Borders in Namibia.
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Original jpf Says:
your post brought tears to my eyes . I loved what you wrote.. Thank you for expressing so well what many of us feel.
cheers
There is a video Angie’s mother with JB (Angie’s godmother).
It’s not a new one but want to share……
http://www.accesshollywood.com/news/ah3742.shtml
In 2003, Jolie embarked on a six-day mission to Tanzania where she traveled to western border camps, hosting Congolese refugees and she paid a week-long visit to Sri Lanka, where she saw the post–war conditions in northern Sri Lanka. Jolie again attended World Refugee Day on June 20 in Washington, D.C., and later concluded a four-day mission to Russia as she traveled to North Caucasus to learn about all aspects of UNHCR’s operations in the region. Concurrently with the release of her movie Beyond Borders in October 2003 she published Notes from My Travels, a collection of journal entries that chronicle her early field missions (2001-2002). All her proceeds from the book went to UNHCR. During a private stay in Jordan in December 2003 she asked to visit Ruwaished camp in Jordan’s remote eastern desert, 70 km from the Iraqi border. The camp hosted some 800 people who had fled Iraq during the U.S.-led invasion and later that month she visited Sudanese refugees near the Egyptian capital in Kilo Arbaa We Nus.
On her first U.N. trip within the United States, Jolie went to Arizona in 2004, visiting detained asylum seekers at three facilities and the Southwest Key Program, a facility for unaccompanied children in Phoenix. With the humanitarian situation in Sudan worsening, she flew to Chad in June 2004, paying a visit to border sites and camps for refugees who had fled fighting in western Sudan’s Darfur region. Four month later she returned to the region, this time going directly into West Darfur to learn about the situation of thousands of IDPs. She stressed the need for security and access to displaced people’s home villages at a press conference in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum. On June 18, 2004 she and US Secretary of State Colin Powell met again in Washington to launch the three day events of World Refugee Day.[45] Also in 2004 Jolie visited Afghan refugees in Thailand and on a private stay to Lebanon during the Christmas holidays she visited UNHCR’s regional office in Beirut, as well as some young refugees and cancer patients in the Lebanese capital.
With increasing experience, Jolie became more involved in promoting humanitarian causes on a political level. Since 2005 she has attended the World Economic Forum in Davos, announcing the formation of a Council of Business Leaders with UNHCR’s Deputy High Commissioner, Wendy Chamberlin, in 2005, and participated in the panel discussion Human Rights: Reduced to Charity? in 2006. Jolie also began lobbying humanitarian interests in Washington, D.C. where she met with congressmen and senators at least 20 times from 2003.[40] She explained in Forbes:
As much as I would love to never have to visit Washington, that’s the way to move the ball.[40]
Among others, she pushed for The Unaccompanied Alien Child Protection Act in reaction to her previous visit to facilities for asylum seekers in Arizona. On March 8, 2005 Jolie took part at a National Press Club luncheon in Washington, D.C. where she promoted the bill and in support of it announced the founding of the National Center for Refugee and Immigrant Children, an organization that provides free legal-aid to asylum-seeking children with no legal representation which Jolie personally funded with a donation of $500,000 for its first two years.[46] The Unaccompanied Alien Child Protection Act eventually passed in December 2005. Jolie also pushed for a bill to aid 70 million vulnerable children in the Third World which was signed by President Bush in November 2005, but so far no funding has been granted.[40] In addition to her political involvement, Jolie began using the public’s interest in her to promote humanitarian causes through the mass media. In May 2005 Jolie filmed a MTV special, The Diary Of Angelina Jolie & Dr. Jeffrey Sachs in Africa, portraying her and noted economist Dr. Jeffrey Sachs on their trip to Sauri, a remote group of villages in Western Kenya. There, Sachs’s United Nations Millennium Project team is working with locals to end poverty, hunger and disease. In September 2005 Jolie was named the new spokesperson for the clothing line St. John starting in the Spring of 2006. The deal includes the start-up of a charity headed by Jolie which will focus on children’s issues and causes. On October 24, 2005 Jolie attended the First Annual Benefit Gala for the Worldwide Orphans Foundation (WWO), where she pledged to partner with the WWO to treat children in Ethiopia who have been orphaned by AIDS and are HIV positive. She also announced her plan to support the WWO’s Pediatric HIV/AIDS Clinic in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and pledged an initial grant.[47] In September 2006 Jolie announced the founding of the Jolie/Pitt Foundation which made initial donations to Global Action for Children and Doctors Without Borders of $1 million each.[48]
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Letters to NYT Says:
Again, agree to disagree. Yep, that’s the sort of message you get from alot of the “so called big” publications. Hmmmmm, OK how many times these “so called big” publications took the occasion to boost their ratings by reporting complete B.S. re Angie and Brad ; ALL of them, even CNN…. So, they do READ the BLOGS and TABS don’t they……
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~ Joy ~
Just read your post about you being a BC survivor [2yr, in Feb,]
Feb, 14th, is my ?????????????? birthday….. Valentine Day
Let’s have a toast that day to celebrate your anniversary, and me
still hanging in there…… i hope you like a good sparkling wine.
Take Care ~~~ LOL
My condolences to Angelina and James. How sad to lose your mom – that one person who loves unconditionally. She’s such a beautiful woman and that smile of hers …. wow!!! Angie and James….you are in my prayers.
Jolie visited Pakistani camps containing Afghan refugees, in May 2005 and she also met with Pakistan’s President Pervez Musharraf and Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz. She returned to Pakistan with Brad Pitt during the Thanksgiving weekend in November to see the impact of the October 8 Kashmir earthquake. They met many quake victims as well as President Musharraf. In 2006 Jolie and Pitt flew to Haiti and visited a school supported by Yéle Haïti, a charity founded by Haitian-born hip hop musician Wyclef Jean. Jolie also arranged a deal with People allowing them to print the first picture showing her visibly pregnant in exchange for a $500,000 donation to Yéle Haïti.[49] During a two-month stay in Namibia, as she awaited the birth of her daughter, Jolie promoted the Global Education Week in an interview with NBC and she also took part in a conference call with UK Chancellor Gordon Brown who has pledged an extra $16 billion towards universal free education. Jolie has worked with Senator Hillary Clinton since 2005 to get the Education for All bill approved by the U.S. Congress.[50] In November 2006, while filming A Mighty Heart in India, she visited Afghan and Burmese refugees in New Delhi and met the Minister of State for External Affairs, Anand Sharma, praising India’s longstanding hospitality to refugees.
Jolie has received wide recognition for her humanitarian work. On October 24, 2003 she was the first recipient of the new created Citizen of the World Award by the United Nations Correspondents Association. Cambodia’s King Norodom Sihamoni awarded Jolie Cambodian citizenship for her conservation work in the country on August 12, 2005; she has pledged $5 million to set up a wildlife sanctuary in the north-western province of Battambang and owns property there.[51] On October 12, 2005, Jolie was awarded the Global Humanitarian Award by the UNA-USA.[52]
Thanks Marcheline for bringing her into he world.
There is a video Angie’s mother with JB (Angie’s godmother).
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Thanks, did any other shows had something about it besides AH and IE?
For those who made an online donation where did you specify the Women’s Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai at. On the online form there is an designation where you click on which area you want to donate to. There is not one specifically woman’s cancer research institute. Out of the various selections there is one for cancer , or woman’s & maternal health. Which one should I click on. There is a comment section where you put payment info and I was thinking to typing there to make the donation to Women’s Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai. I want to make sure my donation goes to the correct one.
I’ve donated to Cedar’s Sinai, now .We can write a message to Angie there . Again, http://www.csmc.edu/309.html
Tabitha– In the comments section; you type in or cut and paste , Women’s Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai. and at the end you can pick “In memory of”….
If you go to their site they specifically say if it is not on their pull down menu to specify it in the comments section. I hope this helps.
Angie, I’m so sorry…
Lou Reed said it best, in a song about some friends he’d lost:
When the past makes you laugh and you can savor the magic
That let you survive your own war
You find that that fire is passion
And there’s a door up ahead not a wall
And if the building’s burning move towards that door
But don’t put the flames out
There’s a bit of magic in everything
And then some loss to even things out
…
Peace & Strength.
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Tabitha Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 8:56 pm
I was watching Access Hollywood. They mentioned the passing of Angelina’s Mom. They brought up the GG and said that Angelina put up a brave face at the GG’s to to support Brad knowing that her Mom was very ill. This is not the exact wording but the general gist of it. It was very tasteful and respectful how they handled it.
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I watched AH as well and I agree with you, it was very tasteful and respectful and they sent their condolences to Angie and her family
Thanks, Guli. I was tyring to do more than one thing at a time and I wound up not not paying enough attention to their instructions.
thank you i wrote a message
very sad new. I wish Angelina all the best… :(
Very sad to let go somebody that you love. :(
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Lady G Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 9:12 pm
There is a video Angie’s mother with JB (Angie’s godmother).
It’s not a new one but want to share……
http://www.accesshollywood.com/news/ah3742.shtml
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Thank you Lady G for the video. Jacqueline Bissett was considered one of the most beautiful women of her time, and yet, Marcheline could still rival her in the looks department.
hi, i have been reading your posts for a couple of weeks now and have been a fan of angie since forever… i was really saddened by this news. i am from the philippines and i don’t think i can donate from here but angie’s mom is in my prayers. may she now rest with God… condolences to angie, james, brad and the kids. i feel so disguted with the people in the media who keep on harassing them. i pray that they will have privacy to mourn and love to surround them.
i am happy that there are people like you guys that i could share it with even when i am far away… i am a mother too and i dunno what i would do, i am not as strong as angelina and for that i salute her
I am so torn up over this. I can’t stop sobbing. No one loves you like a mother. No one. I feel so bad for her. Its hard for us girls..if you are blessed to have a good relationship with a mother – she is the bestest of all best friends. Even after many years have passed, you will always miss your mom. Although I don’t know Marceline or Angie – I truly feel for them. Reading such lovely comments only make me cry even more. Thanks to all.
I am glad that she has Brad to support her doing this time. My condolences to the entire family…
to well said
ITA I love your letter. It is a sad situation when a respected newspaper resorts to a tabloid as a source and listens to a fool like Ryan Seacrest. That was a great letter. Keep it up. They may not respond or print it but they will read it.
paula bianca Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 9:55 pm
Hello paula bianca and I shall call you “PB” from now on ,is that OK wiyh you? :lol: please keep on posting, you will love ty at JJ’s very, very nice folks from all over the world….
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Tabitha Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 8:56 pm
I was watching Access Hollywood. They mentioned the passing of Angelina’s Mom. They brought up the GG and said that Angelina put up a brave face at the GG’s to to support Brad knowing that her Mom was very ill. This is not the exact wording but the general gist of it. It was very tasteful and respectful how they handled it.
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I watched AH as well and I agree with you, it was very tasteful and respectful and they sent their condolences to Angie and her family
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ITA. Shame on Ryan S. Shame on that writer from NYT. Angie need a public apology from these persons.
Thank you Jared and Audrey for providing a medium for B&A’s fans to share our thoughts at a time like this.
Thank all of you who shared your experience and stories. It has been very soothing to read your posts.
I LOVE Angelina Jolie! If she didn’t exist I would not even care about celebrities and gossip blogs. I hope she never changes. I pray the media lets her mourn her Mothers death in private. the insider is already wondering if she will make up with Jon Voight. why don’t they mind their own business.
This thread is so beatiful and so sweet…All the posts talk about love, family, caring, wonderful and good memories, hope and also about sad memories, tears and pain….This site is unbelivable…I´m proud to be an Angie´s fan….and I´m proud of all the fans that wrote and write those beatiful words from the heart.
Angie is an inspiration to all of us in so many ways….
I pray the Lord to give you and your brother strengh and peace.
We love you Angie.
God bless you.
Marcheline, rest in peace.
LMFAO..
Wow, the no. of supporters Angelina has! I have prayed for Marcheline everyday since I knew she was relapsing. Healing does not mean only curing the disease in the body – one can be healed in the spirit as well, in accepting that all is well and we are going Home after having finished our work on earth, being a loving, compassionate and nonjudgmental human being. That is what Angie has learned from her mum. She’s returned Home as an elegant spirit.
All we need to do is to support and ‘protect’ Angie and her family in our little ways, not giving in to negative publicity about her and gossips, as well as speaking up for her. i wrote to NY Times as well simply because I knew Marcheline was not in any condition to speak up for her daughter, so we continue to do our little acts of kindness for Angie and her family. Keep sending them love and blessings folks! Shalom!
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ntt Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 9:53 pm
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Lady G Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 9:12 pm
There is a video Angie’s mother with JB (Angie’s godmother).
It’s not a new one but want to share……
http://www.accesshollywood.com/news/ah3742.shtml
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Thank you Lady G for the video. Jacqueline Bissett was considered one of the most beautiful women of her time, and yet, Marcheline could still rival her in the looks department.
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Glad you said who JB is. I was just getting ready to say, “you guy are getting to me with these initials, who is the world is JB”.
I just love Angie. My heart goes out to Angie and James, also Brad the children and Jon.
fug face, are you still pissed? [lmao]
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[Fug Face Maniston] Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:25 pm
LMFAO..
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What’s so funny? Oh yeah, this is REAL hilarious.
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Jillian Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:29 pm
Glad you said who JB is. I was just getting ready to say, “you guy are getting to me with these initials, who is the world is JB”.
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I sorry that my using initials confused you. I thought most Angie fans knew who her godmother was…………so please accept my apology.
Lady G.
sorry, I meant strength…(excuse my english…)
Just popping in to say that I am so glad to see this thread still going along in a postive way. While other blogs are cess pools of hate, this one is a nice oasis.
Again, Angie is fortunate to have Brad to help her through this. I agree with Ojpf’s lovely post. Major life events bind people together, and Brad and Angie have had so may in such a short time. I know Angie will grieve and come out of this stronger than ever in every way.
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tabloids Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 2:07 pm
Angelina is a beautiful soul. I have thought so much about her situation where she started fending for her family at the age of 14. With a mother that has been suffering with an illness for 71/2 years, she has had to deal with so much privately. Her mother fell ill when she must have been like 23 years old. She became a U.N. ambassador at age 25 and has achieved so much without allowing her limitations to hold her back. The reason why I really want to pay tribute to Angelina is that a lot has been written about her struggling side especially with the fallout she had with her dad, while very little has been known about her struggles with her mother’s illness. The public however judge her relationship with her dad rather than judging the true picture of her situation. Dad must also have known about her internal struggles and could have kept things private.
Angelina is still vey young and she has come off all the negatives and turned her life around. I realize anyone who has enough heart to put themselves in her shoes will applaud and sympathize with her today. Today is a day of mourning and all we can do is to keep her in our prayers with regards to her dad.
I salute Brad for having a good heart to take care of her and I wish them and their family many,many more years of happiness together.
My heart also goes out to all those who paid tribute by sharing the stories of their lost love ones. Malibumom and Akosia, thanks for sharing.
To JJ, you are the best. Thanks for giving us a forum to share.
Rest in Peace, Angie’s mom.
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tabloids
BEAUTIFUL POST!!!
Thank you!
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January 29th, 2007 at 10:18 pm
I LOVE Angelina Jolie! If she didn’t exist I would not even care about celebrities and gossip blogs. I hope she never changes. I pray the media lets her mourn her Mothers death in private. the insider is already wondering if she will make up with Jon Voight. why don’t they mind their own business.
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You should know that it is expected that people would wonder if Angie and Jon will be talking/reconcilling.
Why are some of you so hostile when Angie’s dad is mentioned? Angie needs her daddy at this time.
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Original jpf Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 8:24 pm
One last thing before I go.
Brad and Angelina were in the room together when Shiloh came into this world. Brad was at Angelina’s side when the family she shared with James Haven and their mother Marcheline Bertrand changed forever. He was in the room with them when this woman took her last breath, and he was there to be of support to HIS family.
These are the actions of a man who has made the commitment to be with this woman through it all, life and death, the good, the bad and the horrific. By now the realization of this shouldn’t be lost on anyone but of course it is, and it will continue to be lost on them for whatever reason, and it will continue to be debated for whatever reason, but for me? I won’t be wasting my breath or time trying to debate what isn’t debatable.
The message delivered by Brad’s actions should leave no one doubtful about anything. Just knowing that even James Haven allowed someone other than he and his sister into that most private of moments speaks volumes. We know how connected, protective, and adoring of one another Marcheline, James and Angelina have been throughout their lives together. We’ve seen the photos of just the three of them at different stages, and you can just feel their love for each other, and a geniune enjoyment of being together just the three of them.
If it had only been James and Angelina with their mother in her last hours, I wouldn’t have thought it odd at all, and in fact it would have been what I expected because of Angelina’s stories of life growing up with Jamie and her mom, and again the connection between the three. To know Brad was there and a part of something so sacred and personal, one has to know it was for more than support. He was there because she was a part of his family and he loved her too.
God bless the Jolie-Pitts, James Haven, The Bertrands, and the Voights
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It’s such a beautiful post, THANK YOU!!!
You brought happy tear to my eyes : )
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Jillian Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:43 pm
Why are some of you so hostile when Angie’s dad is mentioned? Angie needs her daddy at this time.
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How did you know that she needs her dad?
Please respect her decision!
I posted yesterday, have just been lurking today reading your beautiful thoughts. This is truely a sad time for our favorite family and my prayers are with them. I made my donation and felt a bit better. This is what sets this site apart, the good compassionate people who come here.
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Jillian Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:43 pm
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January 29th, 2007 at 10:18 pm
I LOVE Angelina Jolie! If she didn’t exist I would not even care about celebrities and gossip blogs. I hope she never changes. I pray the media lets her mourn her Mothers death in private. the insider is already wondering if she will make up with Jon Voight. why don’t they mind their own business.
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You should know that it is expected that people would wonder if Angie and Jon will be talking/reconcilling.
Why are some of you so hostile when Angie’s dad is mentioned? Angie needs her daddy at this time.
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Actually, I would be more concern for the daughter that just lost her mother, the grandchildren that just lost their grandmother, the son that just lost his mother.
So, IMO it’s more about Angie and James than their donor!
Angie needed Brad and James and they were there. Dad wasn’t there. Angie must have needed her dad, but he wasn’t there. Dad left 28 years ago. Why are we not asking about how Angie took care of her mother for seven and a half years without a dad? I took care of my father in-law in the hospital along with other family members for six months and I tell you it wasn’t easy. There is a time and place for everything. We hope they reconcile, but we are talking about the loss of Angie’s mom now.
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Lady G Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:37 pm
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Jillian Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:29 pm
Glad you said who JB is. I was just getting ready to say, “you guy are getting to me with these initials, who is the world is JB”.
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I sorry that my using initials confused you. I thought most Angie fans knew who her godmother was…………so please accept my apology.
Lady G.
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Oh, no sweat. Even though I am a long time fan of Angie’s. I didn’t know who her godmother is. Is JB still alive? I hope she is around to help comfort Angie.
My thoughts and prayers still are going out to BAMZS.
On the humanitarian note, I think Angelina singlehandedly got the ball rolling for awareness and action being taken for refugees and other suffering people in 3rd world countries. There has always been talk of these issues but notice how it is a HUGE issue now with celebrities and politicians. I admire her so much for this and I really really admire how she went about raising awareness. She never used it as a photo op or crammed it down our throats or talked a big game with no action. She simply set an example and people noticed and now action is being taken and people are much more aware of the atrocities that take place. She is an angel.
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truth Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:50 pm
There is a time and place for everything. We hope they reconcile, but we are talking about the loss of Angie’s mom now.
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I couldn’t agree more. In a time like this, support is what she really needs.
Hostile? Jillian, I just think people should leave Angie AND Jon V the hell alone right now. I guess the paparazzi are following JV now because The Insider showed pics of him taking a walk yesterday. If Marchaline’s death brings them together then maybe that’s good.
TedC tonight-
Dear Ted:
I like you and all, but why do you and everyone else still have your heads up Brangelina’s butt? Come on, they’re not all that, you know.
Sherika
Columbus, Ohio
Dear Seething Jealous:
I hazard everyone will be up their butts for a while, yum, what a de-lish thought, huh? Face it, S., this relationship ain’t goin’ nowhere…just maybe down south to the Big Easy, how perf!
Even TedC knows that Brad is totally in to and will be there for Angelina for life, and it seems as if he even thinks that Angelina is in to Brad as much.
Ojpf, you are so right and so eloquent. Even though Angelina and James have just lost their mom, their family is still composed of three adults, Angelina, James, and Brad, and three little ones. Actions do indeed speak louder than words, and Brad’s actions at this time of greatest need are profound. He didn’t put Angelina on a plane to fly to LA alone, he didn’t stay away from the hospital or Marcheline’s bedside, he was and is there for HIS family.
I am glad Lady G (?) brought up Jacque Bissett. I was thinking about her also today and if she was part of the family circle in these days. My mother died 30 years ago this Feb. when I was 17 – of breast cancer. (she was 52) I was always a daddy’s girl, but my whole adult life has probably been about trying to compensate for that loss in many ways. I have always identified with AJ in a lot of ways, but this is a sad one, for sure. I have felt very emotional about Marcheline’s death since yesterday afternoon, and I know I will carry AJ all the more in my thoughts/heart going forward. I had two little nieces when my mom died, and taking care of those babies was very healing. So I hope she will let herself grieve and let herself hug her babies. I also hope that Brad’s family will be a big part of her support team as well.
Original JPF…you slay me. The eloquence coming from your keyboard is just flat out amazing. thank you for stating so clearly what I was feeling but not able to put into words.
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Jillian Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:43 pm
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You are right of course that people will bring up JV and how perhaps now, there will be a reconciliation. You sound like someone who is very close to her daddy. Lucky, lucky you. Not everyone is so lucky. Perhaps you need to listen with an open mind, to those who were not that fortunate to have a daddy who love them.
Sadly for Angelina, it seems the man who fathered her wasn’t much of a daddy. He wasn’t there to wipe her tears when she fell as a toddler, he wasn’t there to understand the hurt that went so deep, she cut herself to feel it when she was a teenager. He couldn’t even cheer her on when she went on her UNHCR missions and adopted Maddox, left her loser 2nd husband BBT. Aside from giving her his dna, and perhaps, some child support – not too much obviously as AJ has attested that money was at times tight, what has he done for her.
I ‘ve written previously that I believe JV has problems with intimate relationships all his life. Look at his history?? Who is close to this man for long – aside may be from his own mother?? he has left women, and women have left him. He has left his children and now, his children have left him. He’s 69 or what ever and alone. This is his pattern. Other men – even Donald Trump, has managed to sustain his relationships with his children. But not JV.
Go to any psychology books and you’ll see the importance of having close intimate relationships with your family of origin. It is from this family that we learn to love, to give and take, to trust, to maintain healthy boundaries. Angelina learnt how to build close relationships with those she loves who love her. Her mother and her brother at first. Then later, her children and after a few false starts, now Brad. The problem isn’t Angelina.
Some one wrote way up thread that she prayed that JV could be a comfort for his children from now on and if he couldn’t, he would recognise that and stay away from them. I second that prayer.
smhlol.. that K-fed, he’s one funny guy.
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[Fug Face Maniston] Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:25 pm
LMFAO..
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Have question… since LMFAO means Laughing…etc, etc. I don´t even want to think that Fug Face Maniston was laughing of my post or that she was laughing of all the posts…
I felt bad when I saw that right after my post, which I wrote with honesty, appeared that one…
I don´t know if I´m being paranoid or what…, anyway it doesn´t really matter.
I´m sure that the love that Brad has for Angie will help her, and also the love between brother and sister will help them too…
My heart is with you Angie.
Actress Jacqueline Bisset is very much alive having just finshed a season on the hit program Nip/Tuck.
She and Marcheline were close friends.
JB at a young age:
http://www.pmpnetwork.com/photos5/JacquelineBisset.jpg
JB today:
http://www.zdf.de/ZDFde/img/96/0,1886,2602592,00.jpg
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[Fug Face Maniston] Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 11:12 pm
smhlol.. that K-fed, he’s one funny guy.
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Take it to a K-fed thread.
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About Angelina’s relationship with Jon Voight. She’s at peace with her decision to not have him be a part of her life anymore. She doesn’t hate him.
Just because a person, by blood is your ‘father’, it doesn’t make them that. Jon Voight has to earn that right, the one he squandered away and if Angelina is simply indifferent to him, it means, she’s had enough and something changed and he just does not matter. A switch went off and she’d had enough.
There is more to being a father than donating your sperm. And that is all that Jon Voight did. He came in and out of his children’s lives when it was convenient for him and on his terms. It should never have been that way and now he is suffering the consequences of his actions.
He can’t be a father because he now says he’s ready to be one. Angelina doesn’t need or want him in her life. She has her reasons. And from the outside looking in, those reasons are valid.
Quit projecting your hope onto her. She’s said she doesn’t ever see herself allowing him access into her life again. Let it be.
I find great comfort here. I keep checking back, both to read all the wonderful posts, and to make sure everyone is okay. Truly, you are indeed a lucky person if cancer hasn’t touched your life in some way. I am so proud of all of us and the wonderful way we have shared our personal stories of those we loved who lost (and the few who won?) the battle against this viscious killer. You are just an awesome group of people, and I’m really proud to know you.
Mike’sMom – I am the parent of an only child. I cannot imagine the pain the loss of your child brings. You are a brave woman, and I hope you get to meet our Elena, who has just recently lost her boys.
I’m putting everyone here in my prayer bowl, with special mention for Angie, James, Brad and everyone who loved Marcheline.
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Observer2 Says: 11:20 pm – u said everything i wanted to say…. people are forever projecting their ideals on others and thinking its right.
776 tabloids Says: January 29th, 2007 at 9:10 pm
779 tabloids Says: January 29th, 2007 at 9:13 pm
780 tabloids Says: January 29th, 2007 at 9:13 pm
784 tabloids Says: January 29th, 2007 at 9:16 pm
Why we love her and we are thankful to her mom today:
post #776, 779, 780 & 784
Thanks Marcheline for bringing her into he world.
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tabloids, those are wonderful posts!! Thank you again!
OC- that was a wonderful post. Many thanks! BTW Elena sent a wonderful mail to YG re: Angie’s mom…
Folks, I need to hit the hay. Goodnight /Goodmorning everyone, wherever you all are, catch you tomorrow.
Thank you all for the great posts and thanks Jared and Audrey for keeping it clean…
Brad has had more of a taste of life, good and bad, in the past two years than all the years preceding. He has been through it all with Angelina by his side. Now he is with her at her most vulnerable time. They are lucky to have found each other at this time in their lives. this leads me to believe even more that they were meant to be together. And though some may have said his timing was bad, I think someone greater than either one of them put this plan in play, and the timing was perfect.
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lylian Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 11:06 pm
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Jillian Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:43 pm
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You are right of course that people will bring up JV and how perhaps now, there will be a reconciliation. You sound like someone who is very close to her daddy. Lucky, lucky you. Not everyone is so lucky. Perhaps you need to listen with an open mind, to those who were not that fortunate to have a daddy who love them.
Sadly for Angelina, it seems the man who fathered her wasn’t much of a daddy. He wasn’t there to wipe her tears when she fell as a toddler, he wasn’t there to understand the hurt that went so deep, she cut herself to feel it when she was a teenager. He couldn’t even cheer her on when she went on her UNHCR missions and adopted Maddox, left her loser 2nd husband BBT. Aside from giving her his dna, and perhaps, some child support – not too much obviously as AJ has attested that money was at times tight, what has he done for her.
I ‘ve written previously that I believe JV has problems with intimate relationships all his life. Look at his history?? Who is close to this man for long – aside may be from his own mother?? he has left women, and women have left him. He has left his children and now, his children have left him. He’s 69 or what ever and alone. This is his pattern. Other men – even Donald Trump, has managed to sustain his relationships with his children. But not JV.
Go to any psychology books and you’ll see the importance of having close intimate relationships with your family of origin. It is from this family that we learn to love, to give and take, to trust, to maintain healthy boundaries. Angelina learnt how to build close relationships with those she loves who love her. Her mother and her brother at first. Then later, her children and after a few false starts, now Brad. The problem isn’t Angelina.
Some one wrote way up thread that she prayed that JV could be a comfort for his children from now on and if he couldn’t, he would recognise that and stay away from them. I second that prayer.
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I agree 100 percent!
My heart goes out to AJ , James , Brad, and the children . She suffered greatly and the effects were felt by those who loved her too . The loss of one’s mother can’t be felt unless you are unfortuate enough to have suffered a similar fate .I feel sorry for anyone in this circumstance . As far as JV is concerned I looked at the video on AH taped in 2001 where he put on the show of a loving father after the Tomb Raider movie then she told of the hurtful letter he wrote her when she left for her first trip to Africa and later the public plea on national television depicting her as mentally disturbed thereby risking her adoption of Maddox . No , he does not deserve to be in her life , unless he has been personally visited by God and the transformation is evident to anyone seeing him .
To everyone who has lost a parent to cancer when they were too young. I truly beleive that they are Angels now and are watching over you. My thoughts are with you.
Good night and sweet dreams. Sleep with the Angels.
I have to go too. Good night.
I´ll pray for Angie, James, Brad and the children.
Amaya,
I would like to have part 2 video of Unchained Melody: My Love
Please !!
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Observer2 Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 11:20 pm
She’s at peace with her decision to not have him be a part of her life anymore. She doesn’t hate him.
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THAT, I think, is the most important thing, the fact that she is at peace. And if she decides to let him back into her life and she finds peace with it then THAT is the most important thing. But for us to speculate about it now, I feel, is a major invasion of her privacy, not to mention insensitive. I think right now the things she might want from her fans is just our sympathy, well-wishes, prayers, and support……NOT our opinion on whether she should allow her father back into her life. Your right, Observer2, respecting her wishes and privacy and letting her be is what we should do.
I want to add something to that….. my hubby was just reading what I wrote and he said “you know,babe,maybe it’s not an invasion of privacy so much as it is her fans just wanting the best for her”……I can see that going on here. But I still think she knows what is best for herself and her family.
i was watching the entertainment shows 2night, ET, the Insider, AH n Extra mentioned the death of Angie’s mom xcept 4 E not sure about Showbiz Tonight though…
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Tabitha Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 8:56 pm
I was watching Access Hollywood. They mentioned the passing of Angelina’s Mom. They brought up the GG and said that Angelina put up a brave face at the GG’s to to support Brad knowing that her Mom was very ill. This is not the exact wording but the general gist of it. It was very tasteful and respectful how they handled it.
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I would love to see the video!
Anybody please post the video link! Thank you!
I’m now loving Access Hollywood …
Tabitha , thanks for the post!
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krungkrung Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 11:58 pm
The TV Guide channel was very repectful. A woman who does the entertainment recap 10 minutes before the hour in the evenings, practically gave a tribute to Ms. Bertrand when she delivered the news. It was also on their news scroll.
I watched E! & Ryan Peecrust mentioned about Marcheline’s death but they put it in the middle of the show. Moronic Ryan talked about it without any facial expression, very cold. He’s so bitter & beggining to act like a little girl by another “sister”…if you know what I mean…so g-a-y
For those of you are not being sincere and taking this as some kind of evil joke to play, this will come back and haunt you.
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I am sorry for the loss of a great and beautiful person inside and out who loved her children without boundaries.
I think Ennio Morricone’s “The Mission” is perfect for a time like this. It’s the sort of music that soothes the soul and peaceful.
Good, eloquent, wonderful and poignant reading in honor of Marcheline guys…thanks to all – some of the things posted tonight, I hadn’t seen previously (the vid of Marcheline & Jackie Bissett at Angie’s premiere, the pics of AJ w/ her Mom and Baby M, and the vid clip of AJ explaining ‘the letter’ and her estrangement from crazy Daddy) – you guys so rock!
I too was wondering what the infotainment shows had to say – I think ‘Access Hollywood’ was very respectful and nice, and from here on out, if I’m watching any of this kind of programming, they and ET will be my choice (sounds like IE wasn’t bad either).
E! is being boycotted by me. That is how I am treating any media outlet, mag or rag that doesn’t give BAMZS respect – BOYCOTT (do not watch or purchase) – it should be the BAMZS fans mission statement. Also, WRITE THEM and TELL THEM what you are doing and why! As we’ve seen here on JJ previously, these programs and magazines and ragazines DO read our e-mails – they pay attention because simply put, we are market share that is laying down the gauntlet, and letting them know we want nothing to do with them until they straighten up and fly right w/ regards to BAMZS. So keep up the good work guys! We are more powerful than we think we are! They listen!
Now, my thoughts on what some might be tired of reading about, Jon Voight. I bring him up only because of what he said in that clip regarding Angelina, and what I think I’ve come to understand about what has driven her in the past. So Voight is a crying mess in that interview right? Well, I won’t say that those are not genuine tears. I think they are. I used to question his actions mainly because I thought he and Angelina though separated, still had had a decent amount of contact. So when I’d see him emoting all over the place, I thought – well, hell – why not do that OFF camera. Now, from reading AJ’s interviews, and hearing her talk about various things – I know that the few pics that we’ve seen of Voight and his kids, the film AJ was in when she was a tot, the Academy Awards pics – these were PHOTO-OPS. He wasn’t there. I mean he really wasn’t there. When he found out what Angie had done (cutting, acting out, etc.), I think the reaction he shows was most likely quite genuine, as he most likely felt remorse that his absence contributed towards this. However he messed up all over again, when he attempted to abuse the newly formed re-connection, and write his thoughts down in this ‘letter.’ Something struck me though, Voight mentions something about Angelina only finding ‘true love,’ when she gets help, etc. – or words to that affect.
I think he gets it right only in recognizing one thing, Angelina did want and need to have ‘true love’ in her life – she found it with Maddox. Before that she was just searching, hence the young marriages, the intense behavior to try and ‘feel MORE.’ Her Dad may have heard her reasons for adopting and moving on from BBT as a ‘plea,’ for help – while Angelina was saying Maddox had saved her. She says on Inside the Actor’s Studio, that Maddox made her believe in fate, and of course by this time, we know that she and Brad are full on. Maddox made Brad possible, and all that came after him, Zahara and Shiloh.
All along, since Angelina was young, I believe her mother’s relationship with Voight confounded her. She saw a woman that she loved, who was strong, very smart whose whole world was her kids, crying for years over a man and making her kids cry and care too.
I’m sure Angie knew ‘love’ was this all encompassing thing that kind of takes control of us. That was the attractive part for Angelina, the part she wondered if she would ever experience. I’ve said this before, it’s behind the reason why Angelina was NOT frivolous and promiscuous. She’s hard-core in love, NOT meaningless or casual sex. That’s why she’s said she didn’t like people touching her – when she feels nothing genuine behind it, she’s repulsed. I believe at various times she’s gotten to anxious, and wanted to ‘hurry’ love up (at 14, with JLM, even BBT) so she manufactured it, and when she was disappointed at that, she started ‘cutting to feel more.’
She’s said as much.
Yet I also think that Angelina, having seen what overwhelming love had done to her Mom, knew that if the love wasn’t a ‘good’ love, then it could have a negative impact on what we hold dear, our children and our lives.
Angie alludes to this when she says she’s “not going to waste one more tear,” on Voight.
I think Angie has always just wanted to feel what Marcheline felt for Voight – that kind of overwhelming love and intensity, but she wanted that with a man who was solid, strong, and deserving – a man who would make her and her family stronger, not rip it apart.
Brad. :-)
I think that’s one of the reasons why she adopted. Say what you will – it’s MY firm beliefe that inherently she knew BBT would head for the hills, it was a test and he failed and she was angry, but in my opinion, she also subconsciously knew what the end reaction would be. Ultimately, she was at peace knowing this wasn’t what she thought it was and was trying to make it out to be. I believe Angie may have even said something similar herself, lol – she’s just that honest.
I guess I’m reviewing all of this again in light of Marcheline’s passing, because I really do think Mom’s know their daughters inside and out, and as someone stated before, she was at peace, not only knowing that Angelina had found ‘true love’ (what even Voight said she wanted in her life), but that it was the kind of love that would be a powerful, positive supportive influence.
Those are Marcheline’s words in People, and you can best believe she meant every one. I think Brad and Angelina gave her a wonderful gift of peace through their love. I hope she got to tell Brad that, I sense that they were close even though together for only a short period.
Okay amateur Psychology Hour is over. LOL
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Jillian Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 10:43 pm
Angie needs her daddy at this time.
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For what?
To all those wanting, wishing, hoping to push JV back into Angie’s life no matter what, why weren’t you forcefully ordering JV back to his family when he abandoned them?
Why weren’t you chastising him when he wrote Angie ‘said devastating letter’ prior to her venturing into a dangerous place?
Once a decision has been made that someone is no longer relevant to one’s existence on this planet, why should the death of another make one change this stance, parent or no parent? I honestly don’t get the part where Angie now has to reconcile with JV just because her mother
has now passed!! I would actually think her passing makes it more difficult. Re-living the abandonment of a twenty-something year old with two children to raise all by herself made me (a total stranger) weep more for Marcheline and what she had to endure at the hands of JV for most of her life. It did not seem like she was able to trust again in a relationship. I know she dedicated her life to her children but I bet the betrayal stayed with her.
Where were all these sanctimonious ***es when this was going on? Why didn’t they drag JV back to his family and make sure he raised the children he sired?
If something is missing for Angie after all is said and done, and reconciling with JV is the missing part, I am sure she will do it. But if she is at peace with her decision to not have him in her life, then so be it. Wishing or projecting by people irrelevant to this family dynamics will NOT change a thing. The argument that life is too short and one should right every wrong and reconcile with every castaway in order to live with no regrets does not hold if that person is totally at peace with decisions made. Presently, JV is not in Angie’s life, and is not contributing to her existence/happiness and should not be thrust into her life now, simply because he was her sperm donor. Sperm donation does not automatically make him parent of the century! He did not earn it and Marcheline’s passing should NOT confer it on him.
Brad and Angie’s children have SOLID Grandpa Pitt as opposed to flaky Grandpa Voight. There is no rule of law which says they should have both sets in their lives. It will be great if they do, if not, so what? The potential is still there for them to grow up and become wonderful human beings!
Sorry for the LAP, I came out to offer my smpathy but had to address this because the JV fan club was getting on my nerves! – I feel for him but it’s really not about him. He made his bed~~~~~
Peace out to Ms. Bertrand!!!
Condolences to James, Angie & Brad and their three beautiful children. Hope they can take solace in the fact that she is now their resident angel for all times!
~Lil’ Jeannie~
I’m her mother was happy that her daughter was with a fantastic father and a fantastic partner. She died knowing that Angie has everything she could ever hope for, children, love, life, and who cares about the dipshit tabloids and crybabies like Ryan Seacrest.
My condolences to Angelina & her Family.
Angie said it best. No one should suffer a toxic person in one’s life.
To me it doesn’t matter if that person is related by blood.
i like this song from Spice Girls :
Mama by Spice Girls
She used to be my only enemy and never let me free,
Catching me in places that I know I shouldn’t be,
Every other day I crossed the line,
I didn’t mean to be so bad,
I never thought you would
Become the friend I never had
Back then I didn’t know why,
Why you were misunderstood,
So now I see through your eyes,
all that you did was love,
Mama I love you, Mama I care,
Mama I love you, Mama my friend,
My friend
I didn’t want to hear it then but
I’m not ashamed to say it now,
Every little thing you said and did was right for me,
I had a lot of time to think about,
About the way I used to be,
Never had a sense of my responsibility.
Back then I didn’t know why,
Why you were misunderstood,
So now I see through your eyes,
All that you did was love,
Mama I love you, Mama I care,
Mama I love you, Mama my friend, My friend
But now I’m sure I know why,
Why you were misunderstood,
So now I see through your eyes,
All I can give you is love,
Mama I love you, Mama I care,
Mama I love you, Mama my friend,
My friend
Mama I love you, Mama I care,
Mama I love you, Mama my friend,
You’re my friend
(Repeat to fade)
Thanks MF. Thank you JJ and all BAMZS’ fans around the world.
Angie’s godmother British actress Jacqueline Bisset has been in a long term relationship with a Turkish gentleman for quite a while now. How about that?
smfh.
EXTRA has also been nice to Brad and Angelina.
I don’t know if any news has been made public since they are having a private funeral but does anyone know where Marcheline will be interred and when? I wanted to light a candle for her on the day of her burial.
I learn so much from reading all the posts. I love the ourpouring support the BAMZS fans show to this family. My respect for them grows each time when I come to this site. Rest in Peace, Marcheline, you’ve raised your daughter well. My prayers will always be with Angie and the family.
My condolences to Angie, Jamie and family.
My love to to Brad, Angie and the children.
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guli Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 4:08 pm
Joy, Estelle talked me in to staying and posting until I leave for Turkey in March .Well actually Estelle threatened to call me the X (as in X-mayor), just that term “X” freaked me out. She knew how to yank my chain, hey Estelle you know I love you but can’t help teasing you.
I wish one of our talented video makers will make one dedicated to Angie Jaames and their Mom….
So, until than I’ll give the link to Amaya’s great video. I think this one shows that Brad’s love will take our Angie through this sad and difficult times…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji_ZopTyaoY
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Thank you for the wonderful video. Catching up on the reading and I’m crying my eyes out again. I’m just so heart broken for Angie. Thank you Brad for being there for our Angie and James. We love you BAMZS! RIP Marcheline!
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January 30th, 2007 at 1:20 am
EXTRA has also been nice to Brad and Angelina
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Thanks lurker!
Access Hollywood, Extra
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any info? Says:
I don’t know if any news has been made public since they are having a private funeral but does anyone know where Marcheline will be interred and when? I wanted to light a candle for her on the day of her burial.
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If it’s a private funeral, I think we should be sensitive and NOT post any funeral info on this public site.
you can still light a candle. it’s very sweet of you.
Extra TV and ET have always been nice to Angie.
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respect privacy Says:
January 30th, 2007 at 1:36 am
I’m sorry, I didn’t mean any disrespect. It’s an informal custom in my family to light a candle for the deceased on the day they are buried. But I understand what you mean about respecting the family’s request that it be kept private.
my condolences to ange family. her mom wll be missed but her legacy will live on ange.
Dont post any info where and when the funeral is unless it’s made public
We DONT want the paparazzy
I love that Ryan Seacrest, Funny guy. I wonder if he will be attenting the funeral, i wonder if he even wants to go. being a busy guy, he probably doesnt even have time. i need to find out where he got that Jacket he had on tonights episode of E [the best entertainment news on tv]
Are there TWO Fug Face Manistons???
People mentioning JV are laying ground work to be upset say JV isn’t invited to the funeral.
You know how some have said that tabs lurk here, how much do you want to guess the next tabloid article will be about JV and whether Angie wants him to attend the funeral?
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[Fug Face Maniston] Says:
January 30th, 2007 at 1:53 am
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and the point is?
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Observer2 Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 11:20 pm
Amen, O2. Why people insist on forcing a relationship with JV upon Angie is beyond me. That was an A and B convo and as far as I can C (hey, I can do cutesy, too)…it ain’t nobody else’s business. She’s said all she’s going to say on the subject, so let it lie unless she brings it up again. Furthermore, it’s amazes me me how these buttinskies, who don’t know what actually happened been Angie and her father, have the nerve to judge Angelina. Why aren’t they judging Jon Voight? Why aren’t they asking what has this man done that was so reprehensible than his CHILDREN have cut him off completely. Because someone correct me if I’m wrong, but I don’t think Angie’s brother speaks to Voight any longer either. They need to stop looking at it this like it’s Angie’s fault. Did they miss the part where SHE’S the child and Voight is the parent? He’s the one who’s supposed to lead by example. Obviously his example led Angie to cut him out of her life, so get a clue people.
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Lady G Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:54 pm
I have tried to find the post where it talks about the way Angie’s mother handle her going off on her first UNHCR mission and the special message James send to her.
Now compare what her donor did to her.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=N72JJdyReSY&search=angelina%20jolie%20%2B%20interview
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Wow, now I understand why Angie felt the way she did toward her dad. I would’ve done the same thing and some if my father behave like that. I wondered why JV didn’t speak up for his daughter when the idot Trump ran his mouth against Angie while back. It’s really shame Angie’s father an idiot.
I’m sorry about your mommy, Angie. I pray God will take care of you during this difficult time.
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Gina Says:
January 30th, 2007 at 2:04 am
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No, it’s not karma……….it’s called the LIFE CYCLE you heartless moron.
Why don’t you leave if don’t like it here? Don’t get “pissed” because we aren’t talking about what ever the hell you want us to talk about. JJ and other blogs have plenty of different topics you might be more interested in. I don’t know why you would want to talk about kfed, but whatevah makes you happy, man.
[Fug Face Maniston]
Go take your medicine, and grow up!!!
We know your lonely, why don’t you go play in traffic???
karma is not disguised as death, death awaits as all, even you gina but today is all about remembering ms bertrand.
i meant us all
WE DO NOT DELETE the posts … Jared, the blog’s owner, does, because he wants to keep it a clean thread, not like the other blogs that deteriorate into a sick morass of heartlessness, nastiness, vileness … like you, Gina!
i really want to engaged that poster #514…………..ok i wont!ill log off!instead!I LOVE YOU BRANGIE!
Gina… you are the weird one. Your hate is eating you alive. No wonder at this time of bereavement your sick brain is working overtime. I do hope karma comes back to you & bite you in the *ss. How would you feel if people curse Aniston’s Dad since he suffered a heart attack before? I got no shame left to offer, I just do not feel anything can be salvage from your black soul.
gina is obviously in some form of pain herself. let her be.
My deep sympathy to Angelina, James & family on their loss. Rest in Peace Marcheline, you will be remembered by people who really care & loves you.
Passing Through,
People really believe that they can force people to stay together when sometimes that’s really not for the best.
Brad Pitt should have stayed with Jennifer Aniston, cuz them’s the rules.
Angelina should work harder (she should, not Jon Voight) to make amends, whatever the hell that means, because I was under the impression she had made amends, they just don’t have a relationship, she’s forgiven him and forgotten him and moved on. But they must be together, they must be together as the “normal” father and daughter relationship that the general public sees fit.
It’s crazy.
And not to be mean, but WTF?
The thing that really amazes me is how many people who believe that simply on the virtue of being parent and child the relationship will continue along as it did from the beginning. This is the silliest thing to me.
So many people sit and preach “marriage is hard work” and “you have to work to make a marriage work”, so people get that you have to constantly learn how to reconnect in a marriage, but you really do the same with the relationship with your kids. As they grow and go through different life stages, they change and you have to get to know them in some ways all over again and really work to stay connected over time. Jon Voight never put in any of the work, no wonder there is no longer any connection. You can’t pay lip service and be half assed at it and think there should be this amazing relationship there for you. You get what you give. That might not sound fair to some people, but that’s life. Jon Voight’s a grown man, he’s had relationships before he should no this. And what’s obvious, looking at the nature of all the relationships in his life, he’s doesn’t do the work it takes to keep any of it going. That’s his issue and he should try and fix it.
This isn’t about forgiveness. After you’ve forgiven, then what? Things just magically work, or do you work and put in effort to change what was broken if you’re truly sorry?
I get this feeling people believe that everything should just work by magic, because “wouldn’t it be nice if through all of this the relationship would just magically work on autopilot and things would appear better on the surface so I can rest easy.”‘
I’m sorry I just find it all crazy.
I do not know how Jennifer will feel if she realize that most of her fans are so evil. they can’t even comprehend the word “respect”. They all boosting their idol is so classy but they themselves do not have any ounce of class. Jst wondering…are all the haters Americans? If that’s true if the American culture are the ones going down the drain. Sad
My sincerest gratitude to Jared working so hard making this thread not overrun by haters. Take a bow Jared…we really admire you. Oh not to forget Audrey too.
Haters are cowards because they spill their evil thoughts…they know it is a blog & you can be unknown to your fellow posters. So they post & run. How pathetic they are…only a child or childish people, uneducated & lowlifers act that way.
I am late here but my thoughts are not. Marcheline may your soul rest in peace. I was so affected when I read the news this morning. My condolences to Angelina, her brother, Brad , their kids,Jon & the rest of the family members.
From Spain all the best for Angelina and her Family
January 29th, 2007 at 9:55 pm
Hello paula bianca and I shall call you “PB” from now on ,is that OK wiyh you? please keep on posting, you will love ty at JJ’s very, very nice folks from all over the world….
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hi guli,
thanks for taking time to answer me. im sorry i got cut off earlier. its great to meet you. i am sure i will be posting more. you guys are great.
i am really happy because i have learned so many things about brangelina just from reading here.
let us continue this outpour of support… let angels be your guide ms. marcheline
Hi Paula Bianca:
Pinay ka ba? Maraming Pilipino dito sa board na ito … we all have a good time, and also share the sad times together … it’s a fun blog, although sometimes there are a lot of trolls and haters — Jared just deletes their posts, and we go on our merry way.
hi to all… i’m also a filipina :)
hi j says and briseis… yup pinay din ako. its great there are a lot of us here, but such a sad occasion :(
agree :(
but i hope that this incident will help them to be more stronger and closer…
Hi J:
Kumusta? Usually it’s Missouri Fan who greets the newbies, but since she’s probably already sleeping, I’ll do it. Welcome to JustJared, it’s a fun blog for all BAMZS lovers — the posters come from all parts of the globe, and sharing is fun, informative and educational.
Thanks briseis… :)
I’ve been lurking here for long while now… and just started posting 3 months ago… but my posts are not that informative or articulate compared to the other posters… most of it are just reactions to some haters…
i’ve been initially an angelina’s fan.. i like her punk, i like her attitude and her approach in life…
I was so saddened when I heard the news yesterday… life can sometimes be unpredictable… but I pray for strength that they will be able to handle whatever pain of loss they are feeling right now …
guys i got to go, my baby’s b-day is coming up and i have to prepare for her party. it was great meeting you.
again, prayers and love to the jolie-pitt’s, james and all their family
happy birthday to your child… paula .. :)
Happy birthday to your Baby, Paula. It was also great meeting you … hope you post often.
Now, I better go back to work (lunchtime over)! Talk to you later, j!
Let’s all remember to pray for Brad, Angie and James as they try to weather this tough time.
have a great lunch briseis :)
they are always in my prayers :)
While I have never watched American Idol, I will never consider watching while Ryan Seacrest is involved with the show.
Back to posting again (when the boss’ away … yada yada yada)
ITA Tabitha. After his meanness and pettiness at the GG, I stopped watching everything involving Ryan Seacrest. I used to like watching American Idol, seeing how the contestants, the judges and the emcee all made fools out of themselves. And I used to a faithful daily watcher of E News and Daily 10, although I could barely tolerate Giuliana Dipandi (she looks so phony).
But ever since the GG incident, I have never ever watched E! again. I don’t need to watch a network that made fun of Angelina, when she did not even do anything wrong. Hey, Jada Pinkett-Smith seldom smiles on the red carpet, especially when something has PO’d her, so I don’t see why Angie should be given grief for not fawning over his Stupidness Ryan Seacrest.
It looks like flynetonline
are all over the Brad & Angelina tip. They have pics of each and a new vid of Brad.
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Lady G Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 6:54 pm
I have tried to find the post where it talks about the way Angie’s mother handle her going off on her first UNHCR mission and the special message James send to her.
Now compare what her donor did to her.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=N72JJdyReSY&search=angelina%20jolie%20%2B%20interview
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“My mom looked at me like I was her little girl. She smiled at me through her teary eyes. She is worried. As she hugged me good-bye, she gave me a specific message from my brother, Jamie. “Tell Angie I love her, and to remember that if she’s ever scared, sad, or angry – look up at the night sky, find the second star on the right, and follow it straight on till morning.” That’s from Peter Pan, one of our favorite stories.”
For those who follow the links to the paparazzi sites, please remember that eveytime you follow such link or visit such sites, is an encouragement for the paps to continue hounding the couple. Shouldn’t be they given time to mourn privately, just like any human being?
It looks like flynetonline
are all over the Brad & Angelina tip. They have pics of each and a new vid of Brad.
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I really hope they stay away from the funeral.
Jared, could you please close this thread down, now that we have a new one? Thank you.
(((new thread)))