Billy Bob and Jolie still "best friends"

Published Sep 25 2008, 11:37 BST  |  By Sarah Rollo

Billy Bob Thornton has spoken of the respect he still holds for his ex-wife Angelina Jolie.

The actor told Parade: "I've never said anything but good things about any relationship I've had and, frankly, that's all I remember about them.

"I have the utmost respect for Angelina. She's a very sweet person, very talented and one of my best friends in the world."

Thornton recently revealed his and Jolie's joint desire to appear in another film together.