The life of Angelina Jolie has been one of immense fame and success, but it has also been one of tragedy and loss. Her mother, Marcheline Bertrand, was an actress and producer who was a major influence in Angelina’s life. Sadly, Marcheline passed away in 2007 after a long battle with cancer.

Marcheline was born in 1950 in Chicago, Illinois. She was the daughter of a French-Canadian father and a Dutch-American mother. She was raised in a Catholic household and attended a Catholic school. Marcheline was a talented actress and appeared in several films and television shows throughout her career. She was best known for her roles in Lookin’ to Get Out (1982), The Man Who Loved Women (1983), and The Man with One Red Shoe (1985).

Marcheline was married to actor Jon Voight from 1971 to 1978. During their marriage, they had two children, Angelina and her brother James Haven. After their divorce, Marcheline moved to Los Angeles with her children and began working as a producer. She was a major influence in Angelina’s life and encouraged her to pursue her dreams of becoming an actress.

In 2002, Marcheline was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She underwent chemotherapy and radiation treatments, but the cancer spread to her liver and she eventually passed away in 2007. Angelina was devastated by the loss of her mother and has since become an advocate for cancer research and awareness.

Marcheline’s death was a major loss for Angelina and her family. She was a loving mother and a major influence in Angelina’s life. Angelina has since dedicated her life to honoring her mother’s memory and has become an advocate for cancer research and awareness. Marcheline’s legacy will live on through her daughter’s work and her memory will be cherished by her family and friends.