The Hollywood star is said to have been mentoring the Twilight actress and has given the 23-year-old career advice. The actresses are believed to have struck up a friendship after bumping into each other on numerous occasions on the Hollywood circuit. Angelina, whose humanistic streak and sympathy for others has seen her travel to crisis areas all over the globe and adopt from third world countries, reportedly feels that awkward Kristen could do with a bit of support.
“Kristen and Angelina talk all the time. They’ve crossed paths at various red carpet events and I think something about Kristen’s apparent vulnerability called to Angelina’s motherly instincts,” a source told more! magazine. “She’s really taken Kristen under her wing and seems to think of her as the little sister she never had.”
One of the most successful actresses in the movie industry, Angelina has given Kristen advice on how to turn on her charm at premieres, an area in which the young star often looks overwhelmed.
And with a score of box office hits under her belt, the 35-year-old has also suggested the type of scripts Kristen should be looking at. “Angelina’s counselled Kristen on how to work the red carpet and deal with mobs of fans,” the source said. “She’s also been giving Kristen tips on negotiating her career and what projects she should consider next.”