The curtain has finally closed on one of Hollywood’s most dramatic chapters. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, putting an end to eight years of legal wrangling and media scrutiny that followed the dissolution of their two-year marriage.
Jolie initiated the divorce in 2016, citing irreconcilable differences, marking the beginning of a high-profile battle between two of Hollywood’s most iconic actors. Their relationship, spanning over a decade and punctuated by blockbuster films and tabloid headlines, had captivated audiences worldwide.
“This is just one part of a long, ongoing process that started eight years ago,” said a representative for Jolie. “She is relieved this chapter is over, though it has been an exhausting journey.”
Details of the settlement remain undisclosed.
The divorce proceedings were not without controversy. Jolie sought full physical custody of their six children, then aged between 8 and 15, while granting Pitt visitation rights. The custody battle grew increasingly bitter, involving allegations of child abuse against Pitt, which were investigated by the FBI but did not result in charges.
Initially, a private judge granted equal custody, but the decision was overturned after Jolie raised concerns about the judge’s impartiality. Throughout the ordeal, both sides accused each other of manipulating public narratives to gain favor.
Amid the turmoil, sources close to Jolie emphasized her efforts to shield her family from further public spectacle. “She has avoided speaking ill of Pitt publicly or privately. Her children wanted her to stand up for herself, and she’s tried to find light after a dark time,” one source shared.
The couple’s story began on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith in 2005, during which rumors of an affair swirled. Pitt was still married to Jennifer Aniston at the time, but Jolie insisted their relationship didn’t turn romantic until after his separation.
For Jolie, this marks the end of her third marriage, following unions with Jonny Lee Miller and Billy Bob Thornton. Pitt was previously married to Aniston.
With this chapter behind them, Jolie and Pitt step out of the courtroom, leaving behind a saga that intertwined their personal lives with Hollywood’s relentless spotlight.
