Angelina Jolie has been forced to cancel appearances for the Unbroken promotional tour after getting Chickenpox.
In a statement the actress and director said: "You have to laugh at the timing, I was sure nothing could stop me from supporting Unbroken.
"I am heartbroken to miss our premiere, most of all the chance to be there with [Unbroken inspiration] Louie [Zamperini]'s family, Phil [Phillips's] daughter Karen, veterans and all the guests who are coming."
In a video message posted by Universal Pictures, she said: "I just want to be clear and honest about why I will be missing the Unbroken events in the next few days...
"I found out last night that I have Chickenpox. So, I will be home itching and missing everyone and I can't believe it because this film means so much to me. I just can't believe it but such is life, there it is.
"Send everyone my love and hope everything goes well."
Universal Pictures added: "We all wish Angelina a speedy recovery and look forward to her returning to her work very soon.
"She is in very good spirits, considering after two years of hard work, she will not be there the night it finally premieres."
