Angelina Jolie Stuns Kherson with Surprise Visit to Maternity and Children’s Hospitals
Angelina Jolie poses on the red carpet during arrivals for the screening of the film "Eddington" in competition at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, May 16, 2025. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier
Famed American actress and longtime UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Angelina Jolie has made a surprise visit to Kherson, returning to Ukraine to meet with doctors, volunteers, and families affected by Russia’s ongoing war. Her visit included stops at a maternity hospital and a children’s hospital, where she spoke with staff and patients about life under constant threat of shelling and the resilience of Ukrainians living near the front line.
This was reported by “Suspilne” with reference to sources in local authorities.
The purpose of Jolie’s visit has not yet been officially disclosed.
However, it is known that the actress arrived in Kherson as part of a charity program, during which she visited several local medical facilities — including a maternity hospital and a children’s hospital.
Footage shared online shows Angelina Jolie interacting and playing with children, most likely at the children’s hospital.
In several photos, a plaque bearing the “Legacy of War Foundation” logo can also be seen in the background.
Earlier, in 2022, Angelina Jolie visited Lviv. The actress was spotted in one of the cafés, where she was warmly welcomed by the locals.
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