Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, according to her lawyer Photograph: AP
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have finalized their divorce settlement, bringing a conclusion to one of Hollywood’s most drawn-out and contentious separations. Jolie’s attorney, James Simon, confirmed the news on Monday, signaling the end of an eight-year legal saga that captivated global attention.
Speaking to The Associated Press, Simon stated, “More than eight years ago, Angelina filed for divorce from Mr. Pitt. She and the children left all the properties they shared, and since then, she has focused on finding peace and healing for her family. This settlement is just one step in a long journey. Frankly, Angelina is exhausted but relieved this chapter is finally closed.”
While no court documents have been filed yet, the settlement will require a judge's approval to become official. Pitt’s legal team has not commented on the agreement, as queries sent late Monday went unanswered.
Jolie, 49, and Pitt, 61, were one of Hollywood’s most iconic couples during their 12 years together. The Oscar-winning actors share six children and were known for their high-profile philanthropy and artistic collaborations.
The couple’s relationship unraveled in 2016 following an incident during a flight from Europe, where Jolie alleged Pitt was abusive toward her and their children. Pitt has consistently denied these claims. In 2019, a judge declared both Jolie and Pitt legally single, but unresolved issues surrounding child custody and property division prolonged their legal battle.
A private judge initially awarded them joint custody, but Jolie contested the decision, citing an undisclosed conflict of interest. Her appeal succeeded, leading to the judge’s removal and restarting negotiations.
Although details of the settlement remain private, their choice to involve a private judge reflects a growing trend among celebrity divorces seeking to avoid public scrutiny. Some elements of their disputes, however, have surfaced in unrelated legal filings. For instance, Pitt accused Jolie of violating a prior agreement when she sold her share of their co-owned French winery, Château Miraval, to a third party. The impact of the divorce settlement on this lawsuit remains uncertain.
For now, the resolution marks a significant step forward in one of Hollywood’s most complex legal battles, allowing both parties to focus on the future.
