Marcia Lynne "Marcheline" Bertrand (May 9, 1950 – January 27, 2007) was an American actress. She was the mother of actress Angelina Jolie and actor James Haven and the former wife of actor Jon Voight.
Early life
Bertrand was born in Blue Island, Illinois, the daughter of Lois June (Gouwens) and Rolland F. Bertrand. She was of French-Canadian, Dutch and German descent. She had a younger sister, Debbie, and a younger brother, Raleigh.
Film career
During her early years as an actress, Bertrand studied with Lee Strasberg. Following a miscarriage in 1972, they had two children, James Haven and Angelina Jolie, who became actors. Bertrand and Voight separated in 1976, publicly citing Voight's adultery.
At the time of her death, Bertrand had four grandchildren by her daughter.
Death
Toward the end of her life, Bertrand preferred her privacy and did not grant interviews.
External links
- Marcheline Bertrand memorial page
- Marcheline Bertrand's will