“A hero is someone who has given his life to something greater than himself.”- Joseph CampbellThere are numerous heroes among us and for the most part these heroes are usually unknown to the world . These heroes go about their day like everyone else except with one difference: they would put their lives on hold so they can help the less fortunate in any way they can. Sacrifices must be made and most of the time these heroic acts go unrecognized and unheralded. However, many of these heroes don't care and aren't interested in praise, in fact most of the time all they want to do is simply help because they can. A good example of this is a woman who is one of the most beautiful women in the world. He has all the fame and fortune a person could dream of, but instead of doing what most famous people do, he spends his free time in foreign countries helping refugees have a better life. This woman doesn't do the things she does, for praise and fame, but only wants to help out of the goodness of her heart. Even if she doesn't do what she does to receive praise, people still praise her. He is one of the most influential figures in today's society. Known humanitarian, goodwill ambassador, actress and devoted mother, Angelina Jolie stands out as a modern heroine. On June 4, 1975, Angelina Jolie Voight was born to an established Hollywood actor John Voight and part Iroquois, part French. actress and model Marcheline Bertrand. Angelina was not even 1 year old when her parents separated and her mother returned to the East Coast, taking Angelina and her brother James with her. Despite her parents' divorce, Angelina Jolie's childhood was happy, filled with snakes and lizards as pets and with... middle of paper... dedicating her life to causes. It's not just about lending your face. It's giving of yourself." Says Natalie Portman. (http://angelinasource.awardspace.com/) Transforming herself from a rebellious actress into a beautiful, world-changing humanitarian, goodwill ambassador and driven mother, Angelina Jolie shows the world that , whatever we are doing now, anyone can make a difference. Millions of refugees around the world are better off thanks to his dedication and hard work. Children who were starving, homeless and sick now have a place to find education and a home.Women around the world are inspired by her courage in getting a double mastectomy Although she likes her life to be private, Angelina Jolie has chosen action despite the risk a problem that can be solved, whether big or small, remember how easy it is to do nothing and then do something.