Val Kilmer Reflects on Relationship with Angelina Jolie in Candid Memoir
In his memoir, I'm Your Huckleberry, the late actor Val Kilmer offers an intimate glimpse into his relationship with Angelina Jolie, shedding light on their time together during and after the filming of the 2004 historical drama Alexander.
A Deep Connection Formed During Challenging Times
Kilmer recalls being present during a pivotal moment in Jolie's life—the illness of her mother, Marcheline Bertrand. He describes their shared experience at a hotel where Bertrand was battling cancer:Business Insider
"I was around when Angie’s mom was losing her battle with cancer. They were living in her mom’s favorite hotel. Or maybe it was Angie’s. I happened to be staying there myself. It was meaningful and mortal and effortless and exquisite." inkl+2The Independent+2The Independent+2
On-Set Chemistry and Mutual Affection
Their professional collaboration in Alexander saw Kilmer portraying King Philip II and Jolie as Queen Olympias. Kilmer humorously recounts his eagerness to share the screen with Jolie, even jesting with director Oliver Stone about enhancing their characters' romantic backstory
"I told Oliver Stone I would only do the role if we had flashbacks to falling hard for each other and storming the castle with passion, before turning against each other." Fox News+5The Independent+5People.com+5
He further adds:
"I couldn't wait to kiss Angie, buy her a Gulfstream jet and have V+J painted in rainbow glory on the tail." inkl+6The Independent+6Inquisitr News+6
A Soulful and Profound Bond
Kilmer delves deeper into his admiration for Jolie, portraying her as a multifaceted individual:
"When people ask what she’s like, I say she’s like other women and other superstars, just more. More gorgeous. More wise. More tragic. More magic. More grounded." Fox News+1Wion+1
He reflects on their relationship with a sense of reverence:Fox News+1The Mirror+1
"I was rescued from an icy inferno of solitude by another angel. Perhaps the most soulful and serious of them all. Angelina." The Mirror
Conclusion
Val Kilmer's reflections in I'm Your Huckleberry offer a poignant look at his relationship with Angelina Jolie, highlighting a connection that was both professionally significant and personally profound. His candid anecdotes provide readers with a deeper understanding of the bond they shared, set against the backdrop of personal challenges and cinematic collaboration.
