Angelina Jolie
Hollywood megastar Angelina Jolie recently invested in a new home that epitomizes both luxury and old Hollywood charm. The house, nestled in the historic Laughlin Park enclave in Los Feliz, LA, far exceeds any expectations one might have for a star of Jolie’s caliber.
The opulent Beaux-Arts mansion, named after its previous owner and trailblazing filmmaker, Cecil B. DeMille, is perched on a 2.1-acre estate with breathtaking views of the city and the ocean. Constructed in 1913, the grand estate, encompassing six bedrooms and ten bathrooms, recently underwent a painstaking six-year restoration process. The restoration efforts maintained the house’s original aesthetic, complementing it with modern amenities befitting a Hollywood star.
Upon entering the 7,500 sq ft main house, one is greeted by a grand foyer accentuated with a beautiful curved staircase. The property boasts hardwood floors throughout, leading to various areas including a living room, a grand mahogany-paneled dining room, and a gourmet kitchen equipped with a newly installed island. Additionally, the house features a spacious library lined with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves — a perfect spot to peruse one of Angelina’s latest scripts.
The bedrooms and several bathrooms are situated upstairs, all decorated in accordance with the house’s original Art Deco style.
The exterior of the house is equally impressive, with an expansive patio opening up to a vast landscaped garden. The garden, featuring manicured trees, rose gardens, and an old Hollywood-style pool with arched fountains, could easily be mistaken for a film set. It serves as an ideal location for hosting guests.
Further enhancing the property is a separate pool house that houses a top-notch gym, a teahouse, and a self-contained guesthouse. Altogether, the DeMille estate offers a stunning 11,000 sq ft of interior space.