James Haven comes out as gay, reconciling with father Jon Voight

James Haven, the 53-year-old brother of Angelina Jolie, has publicly come out as gay, an announcement that has led to a significant reconciliation with his father, actor Jon Voight.

Speaking on the ‘All Out with Jon Dean’ podcast alongside his ex-wife Romi Imbelli, Haven described the experience of coming out after years of living privately. He revealed that the announcement prompted an unexpected and supportive phone call from Voight. Haven characterized the conversation as ‘mind-blowing’ and ‘surreal,’ noting that Voight told him, ‘I finally know who you are.’

The breakthrough comes after years of strained relations and periods of estrangement between Haven and his father. Haven noted that the acceptance helped him feel understood and explained why he had been so private in the past. The family has previously dealt with complexities regarding Voight’s political and religious views, but this moment marks a step toward healing their relationship.