Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt reach divorce deal

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have finally reached a divorce settlement after an extensive legal battle that lasted for eight years, as confirmed by Jolie's lawyer. The couple, who tied the knot in 2014 and share six children, were one of the most famous pairs in Hollywood, often referred to as 'Brangelina' by the media. Jolie initiated the divorce process in 2016, citing 'irreconcilable differences' as the reason for their split. During the legal proceedings, it was revealed that Jolie had accused Pitt of being abusive towards her and two of their children during a private flight that year. Following a police investigation, Pitt was not charged with any wrongdoing and has consistently denied the allegations against him. His legal team has not made any public statements regarding the divorce settlement. Jolie's attorney, James Simon, stated that his client has been concentrating on 'finding peace and healing for their family' since the divorce proceedings began. He added, 'This is just one part of a long ongoing process that started eight years ago. Frankly, Angelina is exhausted, but she is relieved this one part is over. ' The specific terms of the divorce agreement have not been disclosed to the public. When news of their separation first broke in 2016, the couple expressed their desire to handle the matter privately, and neither has spoken extensively about their relationship in the years that followed. However, various details have emerged from overlapping court cases that illustrate the contentious nature of their divorce. Jolie has accused Pitt of 'waging a vindictive war', while Pitt has countered by claiming that Jolie is attempting to undermine his business interests. Although Jolie's legal representatives have announced that a divorce settlement has been reached, it remains uncertain whether this will put an end to their ongoing disputes. The couple has been embroiled in a bitter disagreement over Chateau Miraval, a vast estate they purchased together in 2008 for approximately 25 million euros. This property is also where they exchanged vows. In 2022, Pitt accused Jolie of selling her share of the estate to a Russian oligarch without his knowledge, alleging that she did so to intentionally harm his wine investment. It was through these legal proceedings that Jolie's allegations of abuse against Pitt first surfaced. In court documents, she claimed that he was physically and emotionally abusive during a flight they took with their children, who were aged between eight and fifteen at the time. Jolie's lawyers alleged that Pitt grabbed and pushed her during a physical altercation, during which it was claimed that he also assaulted two of their children. Pitt has denied these allegations, and in 2021, he was awarded joint custody of the children after a lengthy court battle regarding their living arrangements. In June, the couple's daughter Shiloh changed her name to Shiloh Jolie, and two of their other children have reportedly stopped using Pitt's last name. At the time of their marriage, Pitt and Jolie were among the most bankable stars in Hollywood. According to a Forbes report published shortly after their divorce announcement, the couple was estimated to be worth around $400 million. Pitt and Jolie first met on the set of the 2005 film Mr and Mrs Smith, and their relationship attracted significant media attention. This marriage was Pitt's second, following his previous relationship with Friends star Jennifer Aniston, and it was Jolie's third, after her marriages to actors Billy Bob Thornton and Jonny Lee Miller. Jolie is well-known for her roles in films such as Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Changeling, and Girl, Interrupted. Her most recent project is a biopic about the renowned opera singer Maria Callas. Pitt's filmography includes notable works like Fight Club, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and Twelve Monkeys. He is currently working on a new film in which he will portray a veteran driver named Sonny Hayes.