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There are two main categories of Angelina Jolie fans. It’s no secret that fans of the Oscar-winning siren often find themselves at a crossroads, yearning either to walk a mile in her shoes or to bask in her radiant company. And if there’s anyone who has felt the full force of Jolie’s spellbinding allure, it’s none other than Val Kilmer, her co-star in Oliver Stone’s historical dramaAlexander.
In his memoir,I’m Your Huckleberry, Kilmer revealed his deep admiration for Jolie, confessing that he was dying to share passionate kisses with her on screen. The former’s infatuation with Jolie was undeniable, as he longed to be by her side and create unforgettable moments on screen.
Moreover, the icing on the cake was when Kilmer shared a more intimate side of his bond with theUnbrokenactress. He revealed that Jolie confided in him during a time of personal grief, entrusting him with her emotions and vulnerabilities.
From Co-Stars to Potential Lovers: Val Kilmer & Angelina Jolie’s Chemistry
While filming the 2004 filmAlexander,Val Kilmerdeveloped a solid secret crush on the gorgeous Angelina Jolie, and it is obvious why. The former spilled the beans about his longing to lock lips with his co-star (viaI’m Your Huckleberry/People):
I couldn’t wait to kiss Angie, buy her a Gulfstream jet and have a V+J painted in rainbow glory on the tail. She had recently adopted her first child, Maddox, and the paparazzi were obsessed with this postmodern Madonna, the perfect picture of unapproachable stardom and impossibly chic maternal instinct.
Despite not having many scenes together in the film, Kilmer couldn’t help but dream about their characterssharing a passionate romance. He even went as far as discussing with the director, Oliver Stone, about incorporating flashback scenes of their characters in love. Kilmer was so smitten with Jolie that he joked about buying her a Gulfstream jet with their initials“V+J”painted on it.
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But alas, while their crush may not have blossomed into a romantic relationship, rumors swirled in the media about a brief dating history between the two (viaCosmopolitan). Meanwhile, Jolie eventually moved on tomarry and divorceBrad Pitt, while Kilmer remained single.
In reflection, Kilmer regretted not spending more time with the “goddess” that is Angelina Jolie (viaEvening Standard). He jokingly mentioned seeing green scales on her back, teasing that she may not be from “Earth”.
Val Kilmer’s Heartfelt Reflection on the Trust Shared with Angelina Jolie
Who knows what could have happened if Val Kilmer had seized the opportunity to explore a romance withAngelina Joliefurther?
Even though things did not go as expected by Kilmer, he did reveal a more intimate aspect of their connection. Speaking withDeadline, he disclosed that during a tough period in her grieving process, Jolie trusted in him, exposing her emotions and vulnerabilities to him:
Angelina was quietly handling her mother’s ultimate passing, which she trusted me with, I’d like to think because she sensed a spiritual side to me. And I had lost my little brother and my father, so our personal relationship was completely different than our characters, which we never discussed.
That being said, Kilmer’sadmiration forJolie goes beyond just physical attraction & just a fleeting crush; it is clear that he respects her as a person and values the moments they share together.
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As the saying goes,“actions speak louder than words”and in the case of Kilmer and Jolie, their unspoken bond speaks volumes about the impact one person can have on another. So here’s to the whims of fate & the mysteries of love that keep us all on our toes!
Alexandercan be rented on Apple TV.
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