The world's sexiest adopting mom wasn't always a maternal figure. With a rather disturbed childhood and a sexually/physically abusive father, Angelina Jolie was a trouble personified, with a desire to punish herself.

Drug abuse, sexual experimentation and a penchant for sharp objects, Angelina had even been hospitalised for cutting herself rather badly. From the days of her marrying Billy Bob Thornton with his blood around her neck (in a vial that is).

Angie has become the model star. While rumours allege that her relationship with Brad Pitt are on the rocks, her devotion to her adopted kids in unquestionable. So far, post kids, no reports of any cutting-chopping have been heard. (Photo: Reuters)