BREAKING: Angelina Jolie has just revealed shocking details about her tumultuous divorce from Brad Pitt, describing the “painful events” that led to their ongoing legal saga. This update comes as the former couple continues to clash over their French wine estate, Château Miraval, amid a bitter dispute.
In a new court declaration filed this week, Jolie, 50, opened up about the emotional turmoil surrounding their split, which began with her filing for divorce in 2016 after an alleged abusive incident on a private jet. She claims that Pitt verbally and physically assaulted her and their children while intoxicated, allegations he vehemently denies. The couple shares six children: Maddox (24), Pax (21), Zahara (20), Shiloh (19), and 17-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne.
Jolie detailed her experience in court documents obtained by media sources, stating, “The events leading to my need to separate from my ex-husband were emotionally difficult for me and our children.” She further explained that upon filing for divorce, she left Pitt “control (and full residency) of our family homes in Los Angeles and at Miraval, without compensation,” hoping it would ease tensions during a “difficult and traumatic period.”
The actress disclosed that she has not returned to Château Miraval since their separation, emphasizing the property’s painful connection. “To this day, the children and I have never again set foot on the property,” she wrote. Following the split, Jolie immediately sought new housing for her family, initially renting before finding a more stable solution. “Because I wanted to ensure that Brad remained an important part of our children’s lives, I looked to buy a property near his home,” she explained. At the time, her finances were tied up in Miraval, and she had not sought alimony or financial support from Pitt.
This heated exchange occurs as Pitt has filed legal papers in California, seeking access to Jolie’s private communications regarding the sale of her $64 million stake in Château Miraval. He claims Jolie sold her shares to Russian vodka mogul Yuri Shefler in 2021 without his consent, breaching their prior agreement that neither would sell without the other’s permission.
Pitt’s legal team is also pushing for testimony from Stoli Group executive Alexey Oliynik, who allegedly has direct knowledge of the negotiations. However, Oliynik contends he cannot be compelled to testify due to his Swiss residency, leaving the court awaiting a judge’s decision.
Jolie has previously urged Pitt to “end the fighting” and drop the lawsuit to allow the family to heal, but sources close to Pitt assert he has “no intention” of complying, suggesting her plea came after realizing her case had weakened. This ongoing clash has reportedly strained Pitt’s relationships with his children, with several choosing to drop his last name.
As this story develops, Jolie’s revelations shed light on the intense emotional and legal battles that continue to shape the lives of both parents and their children. Stay tuned for updates as this high-profile case unfolds.
