Brad Pitt has spoken publicly for the first time about his divorce from Angelina Jolie.

Brad Pitt has opened up about his divorce. Credit: Rebecca Sapp / Getty

Brad Pitt, 61, and Angelina Jolie, 49, were once Hollywood’s most A-list couple.

From co-stars to parents to business partners, their relationship unfolded on the world stage... before crumbling just as publicly.

Their romance began on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith in 2004, while the Fight Club star was still married to Jennifer Aniston. Though the pair denied any infidelity, both later admitted they fell in love during filming.

Pitt divorced Aniston in 2005, and soon after, he and Jolie confirmed their relationship, quickly becoming tabloid royalty as “Brangelina.”

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie were once Hollywood's A-list couple. Credit: Kevin Mazur / Getty

Over the years, the former couple expanded their family to six children - Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Knox and Vivienne - and married in 2014. But just two years later, Jolie filed for divorce in 2016 following an alleged altercation on a private flight.

The fallout triggered a long, highly public legal battle involving custody and a jointly owned French vineyard.

Now, nearly eight years later, that legal fight has finally come to an end. In an interview with GQ published May 28, Pitt addressed the finalization of their divorce for the first time.

"I don't think it was that big of a deal," he shared. "It was just something that came to an end. Legally."

Despite the prolonged public scrutiny, the Troy star said he feels at peace. A source close to the actor shared that he’s “happy that the divorce is now a thing of the past” and is content in his relationship with Ines de Ramon, whom he’s been dating since 2022.

"It's been in the news for 30 years, brother. Or some version of my personal life," Pitt said. These days, he described his life as "contained" and "secure" with close friends and loved ones.

On Jolie’s side, a lawyer confirmed the actress is relieved. “Angelina is exhausted, but relieved that this part is over,” they said, per the Evening Standard.

Before his time with the Maleficent actress, Pitt’s marriage to Aniston defined early-2000s celebrity culture. The two were married from 2000 to 2005, splitting just as Friends wrapped its final season.

At the time, they issued a joint statement dismissing tabloid rumors, insisting the decision was made with “great love and admiration.” But speculation about Pitt’s growing bond with Jolie dominated headlines.

In hindsight, Pitt’s honesty about his feelings helped avoid further drama. Jennifer’s close friend and Friends co-star Courteney Cox later shared that he was upfront with Aniston.

“I don’t think he started an affair physically, but I think he was attracted to her,” Cox told Vanity Fair. “There was a connection, and he was honest about that with Jen. Most of the time, when people are attracted to other people, they don’t tell. At least he was honest.”

The emotional toll came at a vulnerable moment for Aniston, who was navigating the end of her iconic TV role while her marriage dissolved. One insider told The Mirror: “They gradually lost sight of themselves as individuals. Despite their nice lifestyle and having everything they might want, they weren’t happy.”

Years later, the Just Go With It star firmly rejected the media’s portrayal of her as the heartbroken ex in a feud with Jolie.

“I think it's time people stop with that petty B.S. and start celebrating great work,” she told Entertainment Tonight, calling the narrative “tiresome and old, like an old leather shoe.”

The couple were married from 2000 to 2005. Credit: Barry King / Getty

With the legal chapter of his relationship with Jolie finally closed, Pitt is focusing on the future.

His forthcoming film F1, where he stars as a Formula 1 driver opposite Damson Idris, hits theaters on June 27 and marks a new phase in his professional journey.

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Angelina Jolie has opened up in stark new detail about the emotional and financial toll of her split from Brad Pitt.

Jolie, 50, and Pitt, 61, became one of Hollywood’s most talked-about couples after meeting on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith in 2005.

They married in 2014 at Château Miraval, the French estate they purchased together, and share six children.

But just two years after their wedding, the Maleficent star filed for divorce in 2016, citing irreconcilable differences.

The divorce was finalized in 2024, though their legal entanglements are far from over.

Miraval Tied to ‘Difficult and Traumatic’ Chapter

In a new court filing submitted on Monday in Los Angeles, Jolie described the emotional weight Château Miraval still carries.

As the former couple continues to fight over the winery’s ownership, the Lara Croft actress said the estate is inextricably linked to the breakdown of their family.

“The events leading to my need to separate from my ex-husband were emotionally difficult for me and our children,” she said in her declaration, per Page Six.

She added that neither she nor the children, Maddox, 24; Pax, 21; Zahara, 20; Shiloh, 19; and twins Knox and Vivienne, 17, have returned to the château since the split.

“Post-separation, I immediately began to look for a new house for me and our children, initially renting a home while looking for a more stable solution,” she wrote.

Finances, Family, and Emotional Fallout

The Maria star claimed her savings were tied up in the winery and that she hadn’t asked Pitt for alimony or financial support, choosing instead to take two years off work to focus on her children’s recovery.

“I was also very concerned about the health of our children,” she said, noting that Pitt allegedly agreed to loan her money “with interest”.

In 2017, she attempted to sell her share of Miraval to the Fight Club actor, but she said the conversations were fraught with emotional strain.

“Miraval was one of the first major investments we made together, and it was a focal point of our family life,” she said. “We were married there, I spent part of my pregnancy there and I brought our twin children home there from the hospital. To have such a sudden break from my home and memories has been hard, and it was especially difficult for the children to have their lives so disrupted.”

The NDA Dispute and Sale to Stoli

By 2021, Jolie claimed her ex-husband demanded she sign a non-disclosure agreement before he would buy out her share of Miraval.

She refused, saying there was “no practical need for the NDA,” as she had not spoken publicly about the alleged abuse that led to their divorce, USA Today reported.

“As the mother of our children, as well as an advocate for victims of violence around the world, I found his demand extremely painful,” she wrote.

After the deal collapsed, Jolie sold her shares to Stoli Group, prompting Pitt to sue. His legal team called the sale unlawful, while Jolie’s countersuit argues there was no agreement requiring mutual consent for a sale.

Her lawyers claim Pitt pulled out of the deal after she submitted sealed evidence of domestic violence during their custody dispute.

The dispute has escalated into a discovery fight, with Pitt requesting Jolie’s private messages and communications with her legal team. Jolie’s lawyers are pushing back, calling the motion “without any legal basis” and a continuation of Pitt’s “efforts to control Angelina.”

Jolie is now seeking $33,000 in attorneys’ fees for responding to Pitt’s request.

In one redacted communication included in the court filing, Jolie wrote: “I need to remove all stress. I honestly feel I am getting sick from worry. So, I would like us to discuss better support and not continuing relationships that you see cause me stress."

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As the 20th anniversary of Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt's breakup approaches, the actress is looking back at the dramatic period when her ex-husband was romantically linked to his Mr. & Mrs. Smith co-star, Angelina Jolie.

The breakup, which made headlines worldwide, sparked a media frenzy and ignited what became known as the "love triangle" era, a chapter Aniston hasn’t forgotten.

In an interview with Vanity Fair published on August 11, 2025, Aniston discussed the intense media scrutiny that followed her separation from Pitt. Reflecting on the tabloids' portrayal of the situation, she said, “It was such juicy reading for people. If they didn’t have their soap operas, they had their tabloids.”

She continued, "It’s a shame that it had to happen, but it happened. And boy did I take it personally.”

At the time of their split, Aniston was navigating the fallout while Pitt quickly moved on with Jolie. In fact, the same year they parted ways, Pitt and Jolie posed for a now-infamous photo shoot for W Magazine, showing the couple in a domestic scene, depicting a married life with children.

The shoot was a pivotal moment in their relationship, which eventually led to their marriage in 2014. After two years, Jolie filed for divorce, sparking a lengthy legal battle.

When speaking about her emotional state during that period, Aniston explained, “Just pick yourself up by the bootstraps and keep on walking, girl.”

Aniston also recalled a 2005 interview with Vanity Fair in which she had candidly expressed her feelings about the photos of Pitt and Jolie. "The world was shocked, and I was shocked. I'd be a robot if I said I didn't feel moments of anger, of hurt, of embarrassment," Aniston said.

She also noted, "He makes his choices. He can do—whatever. We're divorced, and you can see why."

Despite the media circus, Aniston emphasized the complexity of her relationship with Pitt, stating, "I love Brad; I really love him. I will love him for the rest of my life. He's a fantastic man. I don't regret any of it, and I'm not going to beat myself up about it. We spent seven very intense years together; we taught each other a lot—about healing, and about fun. We helped each other through a lot, and I really value that. It was a beautiful, complicated relationship."

By 2008, Aniston had begun to move forward, telling Vogue, "Well, it never was that bad... I can't even remember the darkness. I mean, in the end, we really had an amicable split. It wasn't mean and hateful."

She also shared that soon after their separation, they had a "long, long conversation" and had been on good terms ever since.

Pitt, too, had spoken about his past with Aniston in 2011. In a Parade interview, he explained that he felt his marriage to Aniston was part of the reason he wasn't living the fulfilling life he desired.

He later clarified his comments, saying, "Jen is an incredibly giving, loving, and hilarious woman who remains my friend. It is an important relationship I value greatly."

In 2015, Aniston further discussed her feelings on the divorce during an appearance on CBS Sunday Morning. “I don't find it painful... We've exchanged good wishes and all that sort of stuff to each other, but not a constant thing,” she remarked.

She also expressed frustration over the media's obsession with their past, saying, "If the world only could just stop with the stupid, soap opera bulls**t. There's no story."

As Aniston's life moved forward, she married Justin Theroux in 2015, only to divorce in 2018. Reflecting on her relationships, Aniston noted in Elle that her marriages were "very successful" in her opinion.

She explained, "When they came to an end, it was a choice that was made because we chose to be happy, and sometimes happiness didn’t exist within that arrangement anymore.”

Despite the end of their marriage, Aniston and Pitt have remained cordial. In 2020, their brief reunion at the SAG Awards garnered plenty of attention, with Pitt joking that their encounter was likely to be "the second most important reunion of her year." He also shared, “I’ll run into Jen... She’s a good friend.”

By 2021, Aniston confirmed that there was no lingering tension between them. “It was absolutely fun,” she said, reflecting on their friendly interactions at the SAG Awards and the Fast Times at Ridgemont High virtual table read.

Aniston also put to rest rumors from 2022, particularly those suggesting that her divorce from Pitt was because of her decision not to have children. She asserted, “And God forbid a woman is successful and doesn't have a child,” explaining that the narrative surrounding their divorce was based on falsehoods.

Though Aniston’s personal life has evolved, her thoughts on her time with Pitt and Jolie remain candid, with the actress acknowledging that their past, no matter how challenging, was a formative part of her journey. And while the "love triangle" era may have dominated headlines for years, Aniston has clearly put that chapter behind her, with a focus on moving forward with grace and clarity.

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Actor and director Angelina Jolie has revealed that her decision to split with husband Brad Pitt was due to the “wellbeing” of their family, as the couple split after two years of marriage in September 2016. 

In a wide-ranging interview with Vogue, the 45-year-old superstar discussed everything from the decision-making process around her adoptive children, to the ongoing “healing” process associated with the break-up of her family. 

Watch as Angelina Jolie gets emotional dropping eldest son off to college:

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Discussing the split with Pitt, Jolie explained:

“I separated for the wellbeing of my family. It was the right decision. I continue to focus on their healing. Some have taken advantage of my silence, and the children see lies about themselves in the media, but I remind them that they know their own truth and their own minds. In fact, they are six very brave, very strong young people.”

The couple’s relationship was at the heart of Hollywood gossip for over a decade, following the pair’s collaboration on the 2005 action flick ‘Mr and Mrs Smith’ and Pitt’s separation from previous partner Jennifer Anniston. 

Having publicly acknowledging their relationship for the first time back in 2006, the pair finally tied the knot at a ceremony in the south of France in 2014. Jolie, however, filed for divorce a little over two years later, citing irreconcilable differences to the court. 

In addition to the revelations around her divorce, Jolie also told Vogue how she had originally harbored concerns around the adoption of her two children Maddox and Pax Jolie-Pitt, citing the complicated history surrounding the two countries of their birth. As she put it:

“I did originally think not to adopt from Vietnam because Mad was Cambodian and the two countries have a complex history. Then I was reading a book on human rights and found myself staring at an image of a Vietnamese fighter held captive by Americans. I thought of my own country and our involvement in south-east Asia. I thought of focusing on a future where we were all family. I am very blessed to have been allowed to be their mom. I am grateful every day.”

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have finally reached a settlement in their divorce after an eight-year battle.

Jolie initiated the divorce back in 2016. Credit: Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic/Getty

In September 2016, we learned that Jolie, 49, had filed for divorce from her then-husband, Pitt, 61.

According to court documents, she cited "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the split and requested physical custody of their six children and visitation for Pitt.

It was added that the actress did not request child or spousal support.

Jolie did not request spousal support. Credit: Gareth Cattermole/Getty

Speaking to PEOPLE at the time, Jolie's attorney told the outlet that this decision was made for the "health of her family."

"Angelina Jolie Pitt has filed for dissolution of the marriage. This decision was made for the health of the family. She will not be commenting at this time, and asks that the family be given their privacy during this difficult time," the statement said.

In response, Pitt said: "I am very saddened by this, but what matters most now is the well-being of our kids. I kindly ask the press to give them the space they deserve during this challenging time."

In 2021, the Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood star lost all visitation rights with his kids due to a violation of "his ethical obligations," as per a ruling by Judge John Ouderkirk who oversaw the case at the time.

The pair share six children together - Shiloh, Pax, Zahara, Maddox, Vivienne, and Knox - who have all seemingly distanced from their father following their parents' split.

Angelina Jolie with her children: Shiloh, Zahara, Vivienne, Maddox, and Knox. Credit: Karwai Tang / Getty

Amid the back and forth with the children's situation, the pair have also been involved in a battle regarding their winery, Château Miraval, which has led to multiple lawsuits filed against Jolie from Pitt in a bid to allegedly "protect his family."

When discussing the separation publicly for the first time, Jolie told the Guardian that she's not "the kind of person who makes decisions like the decisions I had to make lightly."

"It took a lot for me to be in a position where I felt I had to separate from the father of my children," she continued, before adding: "I mean, in some ways, it's been the last decade. There's a lot I can't say."

Jolie previously stated that she couldn't say much about her split amid legal proceedings. Credit: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic/Getty

Now, eight years on, the pair have finally reached a settlement.

Jolie's legal team stated that the star is "ready to move on" and finally close this chapter in her life.

“More than eight years ago, Angelina filed for divorce from Mr. Pitt. She and the children left all of the properties they had shared with Mr. Pitt, and since that time she has focused on finding peace and healing for their family," Jolie’s lawyer James Simon said in a statement according to the New York Post.

"This is just one part of a long ongoing process that started eight years ago. Frankly, Angelina is exhausted, but she is relieved this one part is over," the legal rep added.

A rep for Pitt declined to confirm or comment on the development, per the outlet.

The two are still fighting another legal battle after finalizing their divorce. Credit: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty/Cinema for Peace

While the divorce proceeding may be settled, the former superstar couple still have a court battle brewing tied to their French vineyard, which they bought back in 2008.

Pitt accused Jolie of selling her part of the vineyard without offering it to him first, which was allegedly part of an agreement between the two.

It comes after Jolie and Pitt met back in 2005 and officially tied the knot in 2014 before splitting two years later.

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