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Angelina Jolie and Billy Bob Thornton Recall "Greatest Time" of Their Lives
18 Nov
Summary
- Thornton, 70, and Jolie, 50, had a "really civilized breakup"
- Thornton calls their marriage one of the "greatest times" of his life
- The former couple remain "very, very close friends"
According to a new interview published on November 17, 2025, veteran actor Billy Bob Thornton, now 70 years old, has looked back on his marriage to Angelina Jolie, 50, with great fondness. Thornton, who has been married six times, described his relationship with Jolie as one of the "greatest times" of his life.
Despite the high-profile nature of their relationship, Thornton explained that the former couple had a "really civilized breakup" and have remained "very, very close friends" in the years since. He acknowledged that the intense media frenzy surrounding their marriage was "pretty weird" at the time, but it seems the two have managed to maintain a strong bond even after going their separate ways.
As Thornton reflects on this chapter of his life, it's clear that his time with Jolie holds a special place in his memory, even as they have both moved on to new chapters. Their ability to preserve their friendship in the aftermath of their split serves as a testament to the depth of their connection.
