Angelina Jolie, who is known for her work in acting, filmmaking, and activism, proudly attended Variety’s Power Of Women gala at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills on Thursday. Joining her were her daughter Zahara Jolie-Pitt and poet Amanda Gorman, one of the honorees of the event. The 46-year-old Maleficent star looked stunning in a pleated silk dress in coffee color, complemented by a high collar. During the event, she was seen hugging her eldest daughter, who is now 16, and Gorman, who was recognized alongside Katy Perry, Lorde, Channing Dungey, and Rita Moreno for their philanthropic work.
She exuded timeless charm as she opted for bouncy waves and cherry-red lipstick, accentuating her brunette locks. Her Zahara looked stunning in a flowy ivory blouse paired with wide-legged white pants cinched at the waist by a matching leather belt. Amanda was a vision in a floor-sweeping hot pink Versace gown, complete with jeweled hairpins and dangling earrings that complemented her purple lipstick. The entire ensemble radiated glamour and sophistication.
Amanda looked stunning in a vibrant pink Versace dress that flowed all the way down to the floor. Angelina had the honor of presenting Gorman with Variety’s Power of Women award during the event. She commended the national youth poet laureate for captivating the nation at President Joe Biden’s inauguration. Angelina described Amanda as a young woman of grace who stepped fearlessly to the podium and had the strongest voice possible in that moment. She also mentioned that Amanda has come a long way from when she was a little girl with a speech impediment. Despite her struggles, Amanda has risen to become an inspiration to many.
After some time, Angie is scheduled to step onto the platform and share a brief message.
Angelina Jolie awarded Gorman with the Power of Women recognition at the Variety event, signifying her approval and admiration for his accomplishments.
In admiration of the national youth poet laureate, she commended her for captivating the entire nation during President Joe Biden’s inauguration. She expressed her appreciation for the young woman’s poise and bravery as she stepped up to the podium, describing her as not just the youngest, but also the most powerful voice we could have hoped for in that significant moment.
Jolie referenced Gorman’s own words, stating that she was once a young girl with a speech impediment who described herself as “a buck-toothed, kinky-haired, speech-garbled 7-year-old.”
It was a heartwarming moment when Angelina embraced Amanda tightly as she stepped onto the platform.
Amanda looked stunning in her bright pink gown while she addressed the crowd. She recounted how she used to spend hours scribbling in her journal, trying to make sense of language and rhymes, and creating her own dictionary. All those moments of deep contemplation helped shape the confident and unshakable woman Amanda is today. The speaker went on to commend Amanda’s exceptional talent for crafting words that resonate with people and inspire them to take action. Jolie also took a moment to acknowledge the seven-year-old girl inside Amanda, recognizing that many young girls can feel like outsiders when they are simply trying to find their place in the world. Overall, the event was a celebration of Amanda’s incredible accomplishments and a tribute to all young girls who are finding their voices.