The actress was recognised for her work towards ending sexual violence in war zones.
Some might have already called Angelina Jolie Hollywood royalty, but now the actress has officially been made a Dame by Queen Elizabeth II, during a visit to Buckingham Palace. As Jolie is an American the title, which is the female equivalent of a knighthood, is honorary meaning she cannot be addressed as Dame Angelina Jolie. Still, if Jolie wants she can refer to herself as the rather longwinded Angelina Jolie DCMG.
Angelina Jolie attending the 'End Sexual Violence in Conflict' global summit in June
Dressed in a demure tailored lilac skirt and matching jacket, Jolie was presented to Queen Elizabeth in room 1844 at Buckingham Palace. The actress brought along new husband Brad Pitt for the occasion, as well as the couple’s six children,who all got to meet the monarch.
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The honour recognises the work Jolie has done in her ongoing campaign against rape in war zones, as well as her services to British foreign policy.
The actress was told in June she would be receiving the award while she was co-chairing the End Sexual Violence in Conflict global summit in London. “To receive an honour related to foreign policy means a great deal tto me, as it is what I wish to dedicate my working life to,” she said at the time.
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Adding, “working on the Preventing Sexual Violence Initiative and with survivors of rape is an honour in itself. I know that succeeding in our goals will take a lifetime, and I am dedicated to it for all of mine.”
Jolie can refer to herself as Angelina Jolie DCMG
Honorary damehoods and knighthoods, while presented by the Queen, are not chosen by the monarch. Instead a a special committee choses the recipients based on the contribution they have made to relations between their country and Britain.
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