In turbulent Hollywood, few figures manage to navigate the storm with the resilience exhibited by Brad Pitt. The celebrated actor hailed for his talent and charm, has been the subject of relentless scrutiny and headline-grabbing scandals. We've delved into all the sensational stories surrounding Brad Pitt, but whether he is a dream man or a not-so-positive figure is for you to decide!

The daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt refused her father's surname

After the high-profile breakup of Jolie and Pitt, more than seven years have passed, yet the controversies surrounding this family show no signs of fading. Recently, it became known that their adopted daughter has chosen not to bear her father's last name, and now she goes by Zahara Marley Jolie – as reported by Harper's Bazaar on November 16, 2023. Interestingly, this is not the first instance where a child has opted not to carry the Pitt surname.

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The eldest son of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt testified against his father

In 2019, Us Weekly, citing its own source, reported that Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's son, Maddox, provided testimony against his father in the divorce proceedings, and the statements were not favorable to Brad. Moreover, it went to the extent that Maddox does not use the Pitt surname unless it's in official documents, and the young man intends to change his last name to Jolie! Mirror reported on this on March 19, 2021. 

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Pitt doesn't silently endure the attacks of his ex-wife 

The strained relationship between Jolie and Pitt is characterized by mutual accusations. It turns out, Pitt is someone who knows how to stand up for himself and isn't just going to sit at home without commenting. The actor referred to Jolie's charity as hypocritical and labeled her trip to Iraq as a major publicity stunt, as reported by a source to Radar Online in 2018. But once upon a time, Brad and Angelina were considered one of the most beautiful couples in Hollywood... Indeed, their relationship developed rapidly. 

Their marriage started with beautiful gestures!

For the engagement with Jolie, Pitt gave her a ring that cost him $250,000. Moreover, it took about a year to create. It was a large dainty ring with a large diamond in the center. Girls all over the world dream of such jewelry, but as you can see, it is definitely not a guarantee of a successful marriage. Moreover, this couple really didn’t want to get married…

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Pitt and Jolie initially hesitated to tie the knot

Despite starting to date as early as 2004, the stars were reluctant to get married. Having experienced unsuccessful marriages before, they actively avoided formalizing their relationship. However, the ceremony eventually took place in 2014 in France, with the couple's children insisting on the marriage. This was written by CTV News January 26, 2012. 

Could Pitt and Jolie's marriage be a PR stunt?

In 2009, a scandalous biography of the Hollywood couple was released, authored by Ian Galperin. In his work Brangelina, he asserts that their relationship was strategically constructed as part of a PR campaign from the very beginning. The conclusions drawn by the writer are based on facts provided by close friends and the couple's surroundings. According to him, this union was a strategic move to strengthen the reputation of Brad and Angelina, achieve new roles, and gain worldwide recognition.  

The prenuptial agreement with Jolie exceeded 100 pages!

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's prenuptial agreement was no ordinary document—it spanned a whopping 101 pages. NDTV reported this on October 16, 2013. Executed before their marriage in 2014, this extensive agreement intricately governed various aspects of their financial and family arrangements. Interestingly, the agreement reportedly outlined specific provisions related to the custody of their children, division of assets, and even details about their extensive art collection. 

Strict prohibitions for children

In the media, there have been repeated rumors that Brad Pitt is a strict father. However, some information has been quite impressive! On November 21, 2023, The Sun reported that Brad has prohibited his children from reading information about both him and Jolie on the internet. At one point, he blocked his name and Angelina's name on all the children's computers. As a result, the kids cannot Google their mom and dad.

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Nevertheless, Brad and Angelina did good deeds

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie had been actively involved in philanthropy. One of their notable contributions is the establishment of the Jolie-Pitt Foundation in 2006. The foundation focuses on addressing global issues such as poverty, healthcare, and human rights. Apart from their advocacy work, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have also been involved in adoption. The couple adopted three children internationally and had three biological children of their own. 

Brad Pitt sold photos of his daughter to save children

Pitt, renowned for his philanthropy, along with Jolie, decided to sell photographs of their newborn daughter, Shiloh Nouvel, in 2006. The proceeds from the sale of the photos were directed towards charitable causes. In this way, the former spouses aimed to assist children in developing countries.

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Their fairy tale turned into horror films

The year 2016 proved fateful for both the Pitt-Jolie couple and their millions of fans worldwide. No one expected such a turn of events. You probably know what happened next – mutual accusations and a divorce process that lasted a long seven years, concluding only this year. 

Angelina and Brad's divorce was predicted

The prophetic sign of Brad and Angelina's divorce can be considered the movie By the Sea from 2014. The production of this film, telling the story of a crumbling marriage, began immediately after the couple's wedding during their honeymoon. The actress wrote the script herself and played the role so convincingly with her husband that it seemed as if the events were unfolding in their real family life.

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Could Pitt have betrayed Jolie?

In the spy thriller titled Allied, Pitt and French actress Marion Cotillard played the lead roles. At that time, Brad was still married to Jolie, but as Vanity Fair reported on September 21, 2016, rumors circulated that there was a spark between Pitt and Cotillard on the set. Could it be karma, repeating the story of the movie Mr. & Mrs. Smith? Only Pitt and Cotillard know the exact truth, with the actress claiming that she has no connection to the Brangelina divorce.

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Is Selena Gomez involved in Pitt and Jolie's divorce?

It seems that there were indeed shadows of other women in the marriage of Jolie and Pitt... For instance, on November 3, 2023, Koimoi reported that Angelina Jolie was not very happy about Selena Gomez and Brad Pitt communicating. According to the National Enquirer, Angie exploded when she saw Selena's Instagram and heard from friends about how Brad and Selena shamelessly flirted.

@Selena Gomez Gets Cozy With Brad Pitt at Golden Globes Afterparty/Hollyscoop/YouTube.com

Angelina did not hide her anger at Pitt

Despite all the rumors on social media and in the press, Jolie herself has never cited infidelity as the reason for the divorce – she spoke about family violence. On March 21, 2021, the Daily Mail wrote that because of this, Brad felt more and more isolated from his children, and he was devastated by it. The question is whether Brad was really a tyrant?

Angelina claims that Pitt choked a child!

On October 4, 2022, USA Today reported that Jolie alleges she and her children endured violence at the hands of her ex-husband during a flight. According to the actress, during an argument, her former husband "choked" one of their children and "struck another in the face." This incident occurred five days before Jolie filed for divorce.

@Angelina Jolie Reveals Why Her Kids Are TERRIFIED Of Brad Pitt/PopJuice/YouTube.com

The police closed the case against Brad Pitt for cruel treatment of children

After a dispute on board an airplane, according to the American publication TMZ, in 2016, the Los Angeles police initiated an investigation into Brad Pitt for allegations of cruel treatment of his children. However, the Department of Children and Family Services in Los Angeles concluded the internal investigation against Brad Pitt. 

Jolie accused Brad of failing to pay child support

August 7, 2018, USA TODAY wrote that Angelina Jolie has accused Brad Pitt of failing to fulfill his child support obligations, adding a new layer of complexity to their ongoing legal battles. The accusation, which surfaced in the media, has intensified the already strained relationship between the former spouses, fueling further scrutiny into the intricacies of their high-profile divorce. 

Having millions, Pitt could not agree with his ex on the division of property

The property disputes between Jolie and Pitt have been going on for an eternity. One of the disputes revolves around the French castle and vineyards of Chateau Miraval, which the couple jointly acquired in 2008. On June 2, 2023, the Los Angeles Times reported that Pitt accused Jolie and her company, Nouvel, of secretly selling her share in their winery in southern France to seize the profits she hadn't earned. Pitt claimed that his investments in the business 'exceed Jolie's investments by nearly $50 million.

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Alcoholism and drugs?

On January 9, 2020, E! News reported that Pitt had struggled with alcohol and marijuana addiction for years and attended Alcoholics Anonymous meetings for over a year after Angelina Jolie filed for divorce in 2016. Interestingly, Brad publicly expressed gratitude to Bradley Cooper for assisting him in overcoming his struggles with addiction. But the trials in Brad's life continued - this time his son made a loud statement.

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Son Pax calls Brad Pitt an ‘awful human being’

On Nov 23, 2023, The Economic Times reported that in a sharply-worded post dedicated to Father's Day, Pax Jolie-Pitt criticized the actor and called him a horrible person. Pax emotionally wrote about how Pitt has turned the lives of the closest people into a constant hell and that the truth will eventually come out.

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There are those who do not believe Pax's scandalous statement

In any situation, everyone has their own truth. After Pax's scandalous post, Brad found support from his friends. On November 22, 2023, Daily Mail reported that, according to insiders, Brad is definitely not a bad person. Moreover, the source added that Pitt has great respect for each of his children and prefers to maintain a dignified silence about the situation.

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Pitt's friends aren't the only ones who took the actor's side

It turned out that even people who were supposed to protect Jolie's interests eventually sided with Pitt. As TMZ reported on August 4, 2018, her lawyer, Laura Wasser, decided to resign. Allegedly, they did not agree on how the divorce process should proceed. Moreover, TMZ reported that sources familiar with the situation said Jolie was thirsty for blood and wanted to destroy any relationship between Brad and the children.

@Angelina Jolie Splits From Star Attorney Laura Wasser in Brad Pitt Divorce Case/ Entertainment Tonight/YouTube.com

Even Angelina Jolie's childhood nanny took the Pitt's side

Naturally, when a scandal is brewing in a globally known couple, acquaintances of that couple may also provide comments or interviews. For instance, on October 18, 2016, the Daily Mail reported that Angelina Jolie's childhood nanny named Morel claims that the actress unfairly demonizes Brad Pitt and uses her children as weapons against him. According to the nanny, this is precisely how the actress's mother, Marcheline Bertrand, treated her father, Jon Voight.

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There are growing doubts that Pitt could be an abuser

Analyzing the open information in the media, we can say that Jolie is the only one among Pitt's exes who accused him of abuse and cruel behavior. Other women recall Brad with only smiles and warmth. But let's take it step by step.  

Was Brad Pitt a heartthrob in his youth?

In his youth, Pitt indeed had a reputation as a ladies' man. Furthermore, he had relationships with well-known women. For instance, in the 80s, he dated the future wife of legendary boxer Mike Tyson, the famous model Robin Givens. During their collaboration on the thriller 'Seven', Brad started dating Gwyneth Paltrow. The couple got engaged but soon parted ways without providing reasons.

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Pitt was not only handsome but also hardworking!

Of course, mere beauty wasn't enough for the man. Pitt was also very hardworking and ambitious. It was important for him to earn money through honest work. Moreover, one of his professions was quite intriguing…

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In his youth, he had a close connection with…strippers!

Before becoming an actor, Pitt earned a living through various professions – he worked as a mover, a pool cleaner, and even... a driver for strippers! This was reported by CTV News on February 3, 2012. His job involved bringing girls to parties, taking them back, playing music for performances, and selecting outfits for the strippers! The actor admitted that observing the dancers at work prepared him for his acting career. 

He knew exactly what he wanted from life

Another appealing feature of young Pitt was that he wasn't afraid of public opinion and deviating from norms. While working various jobs, he wasn't satisfied and clearly understood that he wanted to become an actor, even though he was studying journalism at that time. And here again, Brad wasn't afraid to make a radical change in his life!

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The future star dropped out of university... just weeks before graduation! 

The news that the star quit education two weeks before graduation was reported by The List on July 27, 2022. Quite unexpected, isn't it? It seems that Brad was already displaying his character from a young age. Brad was studying journalism at the University of Missouri, but two weeks before graduation, he decided that he wasn't ready to work in that field and wanted to become an actor. As a result, Pitt headed to Hollywood without obtaining a degree, for which he had spent several years studying.

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Career developed, but there were failures in amorous affairs

It might seem that Brad had everything needed to attract attention from women – intelligence, beauty, charisma, and much more. He could have been a true heartthrob and broken many women's hearts. However, as sad as it may sound, Pitt's heart was broken by women themselves on multiple occasions. 

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His girlfriend broke up with him in public!

Once, Brad Pitt had a short-lived romance with actress Christina Applegate. However, it all ended when the girl publicly dumped Brad right at the MTV Awards ceremony, as reported by the Daily Mail on August 3, 2015! After such experiences, many men might harbor resentment towards women. But did Brad act that way? Let's find out.

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Brad Pitt's heart has been broken more than once

It is actress Jill Schoelen who is often referred to as Brad Pitt's first major love. They met in 1988 during the filming, and three months after their first date, they got engaged. However, soon after, Jill was offered a role in Hungary, and she went to Budapest. One day, she called Brad in tears, begging him to come. With his last bit of money, Pitt bought a ticket, met his fiancee, only to find out... that she had fallen in love with the film's director – as reported by Fandom Wire on September 16, 2023. 

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Another proposal... and again, a runaway bride!

At one point, Brad had a serious romance with Gwyneth Paltrow – he even proposed to her, and she accepted. Their love story was like a fairy tale, with the actor confessing that he was head over heels in love with Gwyneth. However, a few months later, the actress called off the engagement. Did she really not love Brad? Or perhaps Brad treated her harshly? We found the answer to this question!

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Unexpected reason for breaking up

It turned out that, according to Paltrow, Pitt was not to blame for the breakup at all. On the contrary, according to the girl, he was a wonderful man. People magazine wrote on May 3, 2023, that according to Paltrow, during her romance with Pitt, she was still too young and not ready for it. Moreover, according to the girl, Pitt was too good for her. As you can see, not everyone considers Brad an abuser.

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Pitt did not harbor resentment towards women

After a series of unsuccessful romances, many men could harbor resentment towards women and even seek revenge, but Brad Pitt did not follow that path. On the contrary, he kept his heart open and tried for another serious relationship – his first wife was Jennifer Aniston. What does she say about Pitt? Has she ever called him an abuser? We found out, but we'll get to that later. For now, let's talk about how Pitt won over this beauty. 

To impress Aniston, Pitt learned the Greek language!

As you can see, to capture the attention of the girl he liked, Pitt was truly willing to go the extra mile, and his actions were quite original and even intricate! But why did the actor decide to learn Greek specifically, and what does it have to do with Aniston? Well, the choice of language wasn't random; it turns out that Jennifer Aniston has Greek roots.

Did Pitt cheat on Aniston with a young model?

In the distant year of 2005, there were rumors that it wasn't Jolie who caused the breakup of Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston's marriage. Back then, speculation circulated that the actor was involved in a romance with the 22-year-old model April Florio, although she vehemently denied it – as reported by the Daily Mail on September 26, 2016. By the way, Pitt and April met through George Clooney at his villa.

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Millions of people feel sorry for Aniston

In the end, Pitt embarked on a passionate romance not with a model but with a globally renowned actress! Naturally, you know we're talking about Jolie. While the whole world sympathized with Aniston, journalists awaited some sensation from her. Nevertheless, she didn't utter a single bad word about Brad.  

Aniston still remembers Pitt fondly

Despite everything, Aniston harbors no resentment toward her ex and fondly remembers Brad. Moreover, according to her, she will never regret the seven years they spent together. Even when Brad was married to Angelina, Aniston and Pitt always congratulated each other on holidays – hardly something one would do if the other were an abuser. However, the couple still had one misunderstanding…

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Why does Aniston want to sue Pitt for $100 million?

To the public, Pitt and Aniston's divorce seemed amicable – the couple didn't speak ill of each other, and it appeared they remained friends. However, despite this, on October 29, 2022, The News International reported that a legal dispute had arisen between Aniston and Pitt over the production company Plan B, which the couple co-founded in the early 2000s. They created it together, but as Pitt plans to sell it, Aniston disputes his right to the proceeds and has filed a lawsuit against him for $100 million.  

Pitt knows how to make his ex happy!

However, Aniston and Pitt resolve financial issues peacefully and become friends. While Jolie accuses Pitt of abuse, he demonstrates his ability to make grand gestures. For instance, he gifted his former flame Jennifer Aniston a mansion worth $79 million for her birthday! This was reported by the Mirror on October 14, 2023. Brad presented Jen with not just any house – it was a residence they had previously shared but decided to sell after their divorce.

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How does Brad Pitt control the lives of his exes?

As it turns out, Pitt not only gives expensive gifts to his exes but also attempts to influence their lives in a certain way. For instance, February 18, 2020 The News International wrote that Pitt prohibited his ex, Aniston, from approaching her. But why? And when a man tries to take charge of someone else's life, is that an indication of abuse or a desire to help? Let's figure it out.  

Taking control of Aniston's life decades after the breakup - abuse or attempt to help?

After the divorce from Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston faced a series of unsuccessful romances, one of which was her relationship with singer John Mayer. After the breakup, the offended singer called Jennifer "lost and boring", but eventually, he wanted to reconcile and invited Jennifer to have dinner together. February 18, 2020, The News International reported that according to rumors, Brad learned about this, called John Mayer, and forbade him from approaching Jennifer, threatening to "press the right buttons" and ruin the singer's career.

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Why did Brad want to buy a date with a famous actress after the divorce?

On May 18, 2018, Harpers Bazaar reported that in 2018, the actor attempted to 'win a date' with actress Emilia Clarke for $120,000! But why? It turns out, this happened as part of a charity auction for the benefit of Haiti. However, Pitt conceded the bid to an anonymous buyer who offered $180,000. 

Another breakup. Does Pitt really have a complex character?

A few years after the split with Jolie, Pitt embarked on a romance with 27-year-old model Nicole Poturalski. However, the relationship lasted only a few months – as reported on October 28, 2020, by EOnline. When these relationships also came to an end, many fans seriously began to consider it as some kind of curse for Brad Pitt. Of course, not everyone believes in mystical explanations, chalking it up to gossip about the actor's complex nature.

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Pitt's scandals weren't just about women

Practically every well-known person has been involved in one scandal or another. Brad Pitt's biography is no exception, as it was filled with its fair share of controversies. It turns out that not only Angelina Jolie and the children held a grudge against him, but also the authorities of a vast country, along with thousands of people affected by a natural disaster! Let's discuss it all in order. 

Chinese authorities banned Brad Pitt from visiting the country for 20 years!

This happened following the release of the drama Seven Years in Tibet, in which he played the lead role. The film depicts the Chinese army's invasion of Tibet, and since Pitt's character, mountaineer Heinrich Harrer, opposed this invasion, the Chinese government took offense. Initially, the ban was expected to be permanent, but in 2014, Chinese authorities softened their stance and allowed the actor to accompany Angelina Jolie to Shanghai for the premiere of the fantasy film Maleficent.

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The homes that Pitt built for the victims of Hurricane Katrina turned out to be uninhabitable!

On September 13, 2018, USA TODAY reported that the actor was accused of constructing dilapidated homes in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Many years later, in 2007, the actor had to grapple with what transpired. Brad organized the construction of homes for Hurricane Katrina victims — however, the outcome was dismal. Just 10 years later, the buildings became covered in mold and began to decay. Residents engaged in prolonged legal battles, and ultimately, they will be compensated with over $20 million.

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Brad Pitt stole another actor's wife?

And since we've talked so much about Brad and his women today, we would like to conclude our article with the topic of relationships, especially since another scandal is brewing. As reported by the Daily Mail on February 15, 2023, Brad Pitt began courting his junior by 18 years, Ines de Ramon, last year. On Valentine's Day, he sent her a bouquet of peonies. Rumors about de Ramon's relationship with Pitt first surfaced in November of last year when they were spotted together at a concert by Bono in Los Angeles. The girl had divorced her former husband, actor Paul Wesley, just a couple of months before that.

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