Angelina Jolie has spoken candidly about revealing her mastectomy scars publicly for the first time, describing the decision as deeply personal and rooted in solidarity with other women.

The Oscar-winning actress underwent a preventive double mastectomy in 2013 following her mother’s battle with breast cancer and after learning she carried the BRCA1 gene, which significantly increased her cancer risk.

Explaining why she chose to show her scars now, Jolie said they represent shared strength and survival.

“I share these scars with many women I love,” she said, emphasizing that they are not symbols of loss, but of life, resilience, and choice.

Jolie has long been praised for using her platform to raise awareness about women’s health, genetic testing, and early detection. Her openness continues to resonate with women around the world who have faced similar journeys.

Her message is clear: scars can be powerful reminders of courage—and no woman walks that path alone.