After years of one of Hollywood’s most talked-about breakups, Brad Pitt has finally spoken about his eight-year divorce battle with Angelina Jolie.
The legal drama, which began when Jolie filed for divorce in 2016, officially wrapped up last December — but Pitt is surprisingly calm about it all.
In an interview with GQ magazine while promoting his new movie F1, Pitt described the end of the divorce as “not that major.”
He explained, “It’s just something coming to fruition. Legally.”
Clearly, the actor isn’t interested in rehashing the drama that filled headlines for nearly a decade.
Life Beyond the Headlines: Family and Relationships
Brad and Angelina, who married in 2014 after meeting on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith, share six children — Maddox (23), Pax (21), Zahara (20), Shiloh (19), and twins Knox and Vivienne (both 16).
Despite their high-profile history, Brad acknowledges that his personal life has always attracted media attention.
He told GQ, “It’s been in the news for 30 years, bro. Or some version of my personal life, let’s put it that way.”
Nowadays, Brad is living quietly in Los Angeles with his girlfriend, Ines de Ramon, a 32-year-old jewelry executive.
When asked if their appearance together at the 2024 British Grand Prix was a publicity stunt, Pitt laughed it off.
“No, dude, it’s not that calculated. If you’re living like that, oh my God, how exhausting would that be?” he said.
“Life just evolves. Relationships evolve.”
Finding Comfort in His Career and Personal Space
Talking about his new racing film F1, which hits theaters on June 27, Brad said the project reminded him why he loves acting.
“Man, I’ve been doing this for a while and was wondering: Do I have more stories to tell? Do I have anything to add to this? Is there still any excitement I can find from this? It just reinvigorated the whole thing again for me.”
Regarding fame and the constant spotlight, Brad admitted it’s something he’s had to “deal with in different degrees” throughout his career.
“Mostly, I feel pretty… my life is fairly contained. It feels pretty warm and secure with my friends, my loves, my family, with my knowledge of who I am,” he said.
Fame is just “this fly buzzing around a little bit.”
Back in L.A. and Going Strong with Ines de Ramon
After spending nearly three months filming Heart Of The Beast in New Zealand, Brad returned to Los Angeles to be with Ines.
Sources close to the couple shared with DailyMail.com that the pair are “very in love” and doing “better than ever.”
Despite rumors, their relationship is solid, and the time apart during filming was the longest they’ve spent separated since moving in together last year.
On Set in New Zealand: Brad’s New Survival Thriller
In Heart Of The Beast, Brad plays a former US Navy SEAL stranded in the wilderness with his retired combat dog after a plane crash.
Filming took place in stunning New Zealand locations like Queenstown and Milford Sound, doubling for the movie’s Alaskan setting.
Brad was seen in rugged gear, filming scenes around a campfire and even kayaking across a lake.
The movie also stars Canadian actress Anna Lambe, known for her work on True Detective, though details about her role haven’t been revealed.
Looking Ahead: Premiere Dates and Press Tours
Brad’s busy schedule continues with the upcoming release of F1, a high-octane drama where he plays a champion race car driver coming out of retirement to face a rising star.
The film also features Oscar winner Javier Bardem and The Crown’s Tobias Menzies.
Premieres are lined up for June 16 in New York City and June 23 at Leicester Square in London.
After that, Brad will embark on an international press tour.
A New Chapter in Love and Life
Brad and Ines went public with their relationship in late 2022 and will celebrate their third anniversary this spring.
Sources say Brad appreciates dating someone outside the acting world — it brings a peaceful balance to his life without the pressures of Hollywood competition or jealousy.
This relationship marks a fresh chapter for Brad, who previously dated A-list stars like Jennifer Aniston, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Angelina Jolie.
Meanwhile, Ines has her own history with fame, having been married to The Vampire Diaries actor Paul Wesley until their split in 2021.
What’s Next for Brad Pitt?
With two very different but exciting films in the pipeline — the survival thriller Heart Of The Beast and the adrenaline-fueled F1 — plus a stable, happy relationship and a quieter personal life, Brad seems to be in a great place both professionally and personally.
So, what’s next? Fans will just have to wait and watch as Brad continues to evolve, on screen and off.