Angelina Jolie, renowned for her close relationship with her children, has revealed a heartwarming detail about her bond with her daughter Vivienne: matching tattoos. In a recent interview, the actress and humanitarian shared that she and 16-year-old Vivienne recently got inked with the phrase “Stay Gold,” a meaningful tribute to their shared experience working on the Broadway production of The Outsiders.
Speaking with CR Fashion Book, Jolie opened up about the special significance of this new tattoo. When asked about her most meaningful ink, she disclosed the matching tattoos with Vivienne, explaining that “Stay Gold” resonates deeply with both of them, individually and as a pair. This phrase serves as a poignant reminder of their time spent collaborating on The Outsiders, where Jolie served as a producer and Vivienne volunteered as a production assistant. The sentiment encapsulates the preciousness of moments and the desire to hold onto the best parts of life, a theme powerfully present in the narrative of The Outsiders.
Interestingly, the “Stay Gold” tattoos are not the only matching ink Jolie shares with her children. She also mentioned a “Bird” tattoo that she shares with some of her children, describing it as deeply personal to them. Fans got a glimpse of Jolie’s bird tattoo, a delicate swallow design by artist Mark Mahoney located on her chest, earlier this year at the Tony Awards. She was accompanied by Vivienne at the event, further highlighting their close connection.
While Jolie remained private about the placement of her “Stay Gold” tattoo with Vivienne, observant fans had already spotted it on her forearm in April. This timing coincided with the opening of The Outsiders, adding another layer of meaning to the ink as a celebration of their work. “Stay Gold” is a significant phrase originating from S.E. Hinton’s classic 1967 novel The Outsiders, which inspired the play. The Broadway adaptation also features a song of the same title, emphasizing the phrase’s central theme of cherishing innocence and precious moments. The location of Vivienne’s tattoo remains undisclosed, adding an element of personal mystery to their shared ink.
These matching “Stay Gold” tattoos serve as a beautiful testament to the unique bond between Angelina Jolie and Vivienne. More than just celebrity ink, they represent a shared experience, a meaningful connection to a piece of art they created together, and a lasting reminder to value the golden moments in life.
