By Entertainment Desk June 4, 2025
Angelina Jolie’s tattoos are kind of autobiographical as each one marks a story of love, loss, strength, or transformation. Let’s explore the meanings behind her most iconic inks.
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Angelina Jolie tattooed Cambodia’s Khmer script on her left shoulder blade as a protective blessing for her son Maddox. It symbolises her deep spiritual bond with her children.
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Near her left arm are coordinates of her children’s birthplaces. Each set of numbers marks where a child was born or adopted. It’s a map of motherhood inked in permanent tribute.
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This tattoo sits boldly at the top of her back. It references a song by The Clash and reflects her activism. It’s a defiant message about personal and political freedom.
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A massive Bengal tiger covers her lower back. Done in Bangkok, it represents power, protection, and dignity. It was tattooed using traditional Thai ink methods and prayers.
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Etched beside the tiger are ancient Pali Buddhist mantras. These sacred lines are meant to bring peace and ward off evil. They were blessed during her stay in Southeast Asia.
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On her right arm, she bears the Arabic word for “Determination.” It replaced a previous Billy Bob Thornton tattoo after their divorce. It signifies inner strength born from heartbreak and growth.
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Etched on her left arm is “A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages.” She got it with her late mother, honouring freedom and artistry.
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On her left underarm is the Roman numeral XIII. Jolie chose it to reject superstition and embrace realism. Later, she added “V MCMXL”—May 13, 1940, Churchill’s speech day.
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