Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Divorce Settlement in the Works: Here’s What We Know

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt met in 2005 on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith and married in 2014 in France. In 2016, Jolie filed for divorce, marking the end of their marriage.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Reach Divorce Settlement After Eight-Year Legal Battle

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reportedly reached a divorce settlement after an intense eight-year legal battle, according to a statement from Jolie’s lawyer. The once-powerful Hollywood couple, who were widely known as “Brangelina,” tied the knot in 2014 and share six children together.

The couple’s divorce proceedings began in 2016, when Jolie filed for divorce citing “irreconcilable differences.” The high-profile breakup was followed by a lengthy and often contentious legal process, with both parties facing public scrutiny. One of the most significant events during the divorce was Jolie’s accusation that Pitt had been abusive towards her and two of their children on a private jet in 2016. This led to a police investigation, though Pitt was never charged and denied the allegations.

Throughout the divorce process, Pitt’s legal team has remained silent regarding the details of the settlement. While both Jolie and Pitt have moved forward with their lives, the lengthy battle has been marked by tensions over custody arrangements for their children and other matters related to their separation.

Now that the settlement has been reached, it marks the final chapter in the years-long legal saga that captured the attention of both the media and the public. Though no details have been released about the terms of the settlement, sources close to the former couple suggest that it includes an arrangement for their children’s care and their financial division.

The settlement brings an end to one of Hollywood’s most closely followed celebrity divorces, with both Jolie and Pitt looking to focus on their respective careers and personal lives in the years ahead.

Angelina Jolie’s lawyer, James Simon, shared with People magazine that his client has been focused on “finding peace and healing for their family” since the divorce proceedings began. He added, “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.” However, the terms of their divorce settlement have not been disclosed.

The couple, once one of Hollywood’s most beloved pairs, initially announced in 2016 that their separation would remain private, and neither has publicly discussed the details of their relationship since. Despite this, details have surfaced in various court cases, revealing the intensity of their acrimonious divorce. Jolie accused Pitt of waging a “vindictive war,” while Pitt countered, alleging that Jolie was attempting to deliberately harm his business ventures.

While the divorce settlement has reportedly been reached, one lingering dispute remains unresolved: their legal battle over their shared property, Chateau Miraval. The estate, which they purchased together in 2008 for a reported 25 million euros (£21.3m), is central to their ongoing feud. Jolie’s 2022 sale of her stake in the vineyard to Russian oligarch Yuri Shefler, who owns the Stolichnaya vodka brand, has been a major point of contention. Pitt claims that Jolie’s actions were an attempt to sabotage his wine investment, further escalating the tensions between the two.

As the final settlement details remain unclear, the battle over Chateau Miraval could continue to be a significant point of contention in their legal saga. The conclusion of their divorce settlement does not necessarily signify the end of their long-running dispute over the vineyard, which continues to complicate their already bitter separation.

The allegations of abuse that Angelina Jolie made against Brad Pitt came to light during their ongoing divorce proceedings. In court documents, Jolie claimed that Pitt was physically and emotionally abusive during a private plane journey in 2016, which they took with their children, aged between eight and 15 at the time. According to Jolie’s lawyers, the altercation involved Pitt grabbing and pushing her, with further accusations that he assaulted two of their children during the incident.

Pitt has strongly denied the allegations, and after a lengthy legal battle, he was awarded joint custody of their children in 2021. This ruling came after extensive court proceedings over their children’s living arrangements.

In addition to these legal challenges, their children have begun to take steps to distance themselves from their father. In June, their daughter Shiloh, the couple’s third-eldest child, submitted a petition to a Los Angeles court to drop Pitt from her name, choosing to be known as Shiloh Jolie instead. Reports also suggest that two more of their children have stopped using Pitt’s last name.

These developments highlight the continuing strain on their family, even as their divorce settlement appears to be nearing its conclusion. The allegations, custody issues, and name changes have all contributed to the complex and ongoing legal battles between Jolie and Pitt, with their children becoming increasingly involved in the aftermath of their parents’ split.

At the time of their marriage, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie were two of the most bankable and powerful stars in Hollywood. According to a Forbes report following their divorce announcement, the couple was estimated to be worth around $400 million (£319 million).

Pitt and Jolie first crossed paths on the set of the 2005 film Mr. & Mrs. Smith, where their on-screen chemistry quickly evolved into a real-life romance that captured international media attention. Their highly publicized relationship, and later their marriage, made them one of Hollywood’s most famous couples.

This marriage marked Pitt’s second, following his high-profile relationship with Friends star Jennifer Aniston. For Jolie, it was her third marriage, after previous unions with actor Billy Bob Thornton and Trainspotting star Jonny Lee Miller.

Over the years, Jolie has built an acclaimed career, starring in a range of films from Lara Croft: Tomb Raider to Changeling, and winning an Academy Award for her role in Girl, Interrupted. More recently, she has been working on a biopic about the legendary opera singer Maria Callas, titled Maria.

Pitt’s extensive filmography includes iconic roles in Fight Club, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and Twelve Monkeys. Currently, he is working on F1, a Formula One racing movie, where he will portray a veteran driver named Sonny Hayes. His passion for motorsports has kept him active in the film industry, and he continues to take on high-profile roles.

As both continue to advance their careers, their divorce and personal lives remain a subject of public fascination, with their legal battles over their children and joint investments still unfolding.

Courtesy: BBC News

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