Angelina Jolie has named the secret of her friendship with Salma Hayek as a deep sense of connection and complete openness, speaking to People magazine.
Jolie explained that she felt glad to have met Hayek at this stage in her life after discovering they had gone through similar life experiences.
The actress said she had never felt such a close bond in her life. She noted that when discussing various topics together, the pair often start crying because they are emotionally moved rather than upset with each other. Jolie added that they then typically say something silly and end up laughing until they cry.
Jolie also admitted that she can speak completely candidly with her colleague, confident that Hayek will never take offense at her words.
Shared connection and onset dynamic
Hayek shared a similar perspective on their bond, explaining that she likes Jolie's mindset and understands how her friend thinks. She noted that knowing someone understands you creates a sense of safety, allowing a person to be who they are in any circumstances.
The actress also recalled that their close relationship allowed them to shout at each other while working together on a film set.
Both stars are prominent figures in global cinema. Jolie is an Academy Award-winning American actress and film director known for starring roles in films such as Girl, Interrupted, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, and Maleficent, as well as directing feature films including Unbroken and First They Killed My Father.
Hayek, a Mexican and American actress and producer, gained international acclaim for her roles in films such as Desperado and From Dusk Till Dawn, and earned an Oscar nomination for her performance in the 2002 biographical drama Frida.
Life after divorce and shared projects
The two actresses have collaborated on major cinematic projects in recent years, including the Marvel Studios superhero movie Eternals and the film drama Without Blood, which was directed by Jolie and starred Hayek.
Jolie's comments about her friendship follow earlier candid statements regarding her personal life after her high-profile divorce from actor Brad Pitt. Jolie revealed at the time that she has not entered into any new romantic relationships since their separation.
Pitt is an Academy Award-winning American actor and film producer. He and Jolie were one of Hollywood's most widely covered couples before Jolie filed for divorce in 2016 following a two-year marriage and a decade-long relationship.
People magazine, the outlet where Jolie shared the details of her friendship, is a major weekly American publication based in New York City that focuses on celebrity interviews, entertainment news, and human-interest stories.
