Hollywood icons Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have finally reached a divorce settlement after a lengthy eight-year process, as confirmed by Jolie's lawyer to the media. This long-awaited resolution comes after years of public scrutiny and legal disputes.
Despite the announcement, there was no immediate response from Pitt's legal team when approached for comments by the Associated Press. The couple, often referred to by fans as "Brangelina," tied the knot in 2014 and share six children together.
Jolie filed for divorce in September 2016, citing "irreconcilable differences." This decision followed a private jet incident in which Jolie alleged that Pitt had been abusive towards her and their children. An FBI investigation was conducted regarding the claims, but no charges were filed, and Pitt has consistently denied the allegations.
Divorce attorney James Simon spoke to DailyMail.com, stating that Jolie, now 49, feels "relieved that this part is over." A source close to the actress indicated that Jolie remains respectful toward Pitt, saying, "She doesn’t speak ill of him publicly or privately. She’s been trying hard to maintain a positive spirit after a dark time."
The couple's split has involved protracted disputes over child custody, asset division, and the sale of their French winery, Château Miraval, which they purchased together in 2008. While the divorce proceedings have been resolved, a separate legal battle related to the vineyard remains ongoing.
Jolie and Pitt first met on the set of the 2005 film Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and their relationship quickly became a subject of intense media interest. This marriage marked Pitt's second; he was previously married to Jennifer Aniston, while it was Jolie's third after her relationships with Billy Bob Thornton and Jonny Lee Miller.
Jolie is well-known for her roles in films such as Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Changeling, and Girl, Interrupted. Her latest project is a biopic titled Maria, focused on the life of opera singer Maria Callas. Pitt's illustrious filmography includes titles like Fight Club, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and Twelve Monkeys. Recently, he has been filming a Formula One movie titled F1, where he portrays veteran driver Sonny Hayes.
As news of their settlement spread, many fans took to social media to express their astonishment at the lengthy duration of the divorce process. Comments ranged from disbelief at the eight-year timeline to concerns about the impact on their children. One user remarked, "So their divorce lasted longer than the marriage," while another noted the emotional toll it must have taken on their six children: Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Vivienne, and Knox.
An insider shared insights into the family's dynamics, stating, "The kids have grown up seeing that some people have so much power and privilege that their voices don't matter. They have wanted her to speak up for herself, but she reminds them to focus on changing laws over telling public stories."
Pitt's spokesperson declined to comment on the settlement news. Jolie's filing for divorce in September 2016 came just two years after their marriage, following a decade-long relationship. Allegations arose that Pitt had been physically abusive during a private flight shortly before the divorce filing, with Jolie asserting that his history of abuse began long before that incident. She also claimed he attempted to force her into signing a non-disclosure agreement to conceal his alleged abusive behavior.
Throughout the process, Pitt has denied all allegations of abuse, and law enforcement cleared him following their investigation. Reports suggest that Jolie could have pursued criminal charges but chose not to.
The divorce officially lasted nearly four times longer than their marriage, which began on August 23, 2014, at their jointly owned French winery, Château Miraval. They officially separated just over two years later when Jolie filed for divorce on September 19, 2016. The settlement reached on Monday marks more than eight years since that filing, although they were declared legally single in April 2019.
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