After nearly a decade of legal battles, the highly publicized divorce between Hollywood superstars Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt has finally been settled.
This once-perfect couple, often dubbed Hollywood’s golden duo, has spent the past eight years locked in a battle over their six children, a shared winery, and other assets.
What started as a whirlwind romance that captivated millions has now concluded, with the finalization of their divorce marking the end of a long and tumultuous journey.
A Relationship Defined by Public Scrutiny
The love story of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt began in 2005, when they met while filming Mr. and Mrs. Smith. Their on-screen chemistry led to off-screen romance, and they quickly became one of the most talked-about couples in Hollywood.
The duo made headlines for everything from adopting children from around the world to their extravagant wedding in 2014, which took place at their estate in France, Château Miraval.
Despite their outwardly perfect life, their relationship was far from without drama. A critical turning point came in 2016 when an alleged altercation on a private plane between Brad Pitt and his then-15-year-old son Maddox prompted an FBI investigation.
The incident, which reportedly involved Pitt allegedly choking one child, striking another, and physically confronting Jolie, was a catalyst that led to Jolie filing for divorce shortly after. Angelina Jolie’s decision to end the marriage was swift, and soon after, the court proceedings began, setting the stage for an extended legal battle.
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The couple’s tumultuous relationship soon became the focal point of media outlets, with every new development adding fuel to the fire. During their divorce proceedings, allegations surfaced of substance abuse, domestic disputes, and a contentious custody battle over their children.
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Brad Pitt’s admission of seeking help through Alcoholics Anonymous in 2017 underscored the complexity of the situation, with Pitt revealing that he had to make significant changes in his life to move forward.
The Long Battle Over Custody and Assets
The legal wrangling over the couple’s six children – three biological and three adopted – proved to be one of the main sticking points in the divorce process. Angelina Jolie and Pitt both had strong desires for custody, leading to a lengthy court battle.
The children, who were previously at the center of their parents’ lives, were drawn into the conflict, as Pitt and Jolie fought for the right to be their primary caregiver. The media circus surrounding their divorce further complicated matters, with their children facing intense scrutiny and pressure.
In addition to the custody battle, the couple’s shared ownership of the Château Miraval winery became another major point of contention. The vineyard, which the couple had bought in 2008, was an important part of their shared life.
However, Jolie’s attempt to sell her stake in the winery in 2022 led to a series of legal disputes. Pitt, citing a non-disclosure agreement (NDA), halted negotiations, claiming that Jolie had violated their agreement by selling her share without his approval.
Angelina Jolie’s legal team argued that Pitt’s refusal to disclose information about the winery and his attempt to control it was a form of manipulation. Court filings revealed that Pitt had tried to silence Jolie by preventing her from speaking out about alleged abuse.
In a bitter turn of events, Jolie eventually sold her half of the winery, and a judge ruled that Pitt had to disclose documents regarding his communications with Jolie about the abuse allegations. This development further complicated the divorce settlement, prolonging the already painful legal battle.
The delay in finalizing the divorce was largely attributed to these ongoing disputes over the winery and child custody. However, in November, a judge ruled in favor of disclosing the disputed documents, marking a significant step toward resolving the issues that had kept the couple in a legal limbo for so long.
The Final Settlement and Moving Forward
After years of legal struggles and an emotionally taxing process, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have finally reached a settlement. The details of the divorce settlement remain private, but it marks the conclusion of a long chapter in their lives. Despite the finalization, the legal drama is not entirely over, as disputes over the winery and Pitt’s actions remain unresolved.
Angelina Jolie’s legal team expressed relief that the divorce process is over but also indicated that there is more work to be done in addressing the underlying issues that have plagued the family.
One of Jolie’s attorneys commented, “Mr. Pitt has never been held accountable for his actions and has at all times controlled Miraval and the winery, yet he still demands more. She wants this to end, the children want this to end, and Mr. Pitt should focus on healing their family, not pursuing lawsuits.”
Pitt, on the other hand, has remained relatively silent about the finalization of the divorce, but his focus has reportedly shifted toward personal healing and growth. With his sobriety and ongoing commitment to self-improvement, Pitt is said to be working on rebuilding relationships with his children and moving forward with his life.
While the divorce has been finalized, the underlying legal disputes and emotional challenges will likely linger for years to come. The couple’s children, who have lived through the public spectacle of their parents’ separation, will undoubtedly continue to face the fallout from the divorce in their own ways.
The divorce settlement marks the end of a chapter in both Angelina Jolie and Pitt’s lives, but it is far from the end of their story. As both move forward with their personal lives, they will likely continue to be tied together by their shared history, their children, and the winery that continues to be a source of contention.
The end of their eight-year legal battle brings a sense of closure to the public, but for the individuals involved, the journey to healing and resolution is only just beginning.
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