The mega-babe and respected actress in Hollywood, Angelina Jolie, has always been admired. However, like us, celebrities face health struggles and life issues that are common to everyone, despite their immense wealth and global recognition. Jolie's impressive list of accomplishments speaks for itself, but her life has been forever altered by some health scares she has endured.
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Fighting a battle with cancer


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Unlike some stars who choose to keep this information private, it is openly discussed by Jolie and awareness is effectively raised.
Ovarian cancer claimed the life of her mother at the age of only 56, and as a mother of six, Jolie has made self-care a top priority.
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