Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s tumultuous legal battle continues to make headlines. In a recent court filing, Pitt sued Jolie over her sale of her half of Château Miraval, a French property that includes a home and vineyard where they got married in 2014.
Pitt alleges that Jolie deliberately kept him unaware of the sale to a Russian oligarch after their breakup, posing an “existential threat to the business.” The court documents state that the couple purchased the property as a home to share with their children and as a family business.
According to a source close to Jolie, Pitt’s legal action is a result of her refusal to agree to a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) that would prevent her from speaking about previous domestic abuse claims. However, a source on Pitt’s side claims that a non-disparagement clause in the contract, which is standard in such business transactions, was related to sensitive financial information and protecting the brand, not the divorce or the children.
Pitt’s lawyer asserts that he has taken responsibility for everything he is accountable for, while Jolie’s side maintains allegations of verbal and physical assault against Pitt during their relationship. The plane incident from 2016, which became a significant part of their divorce proceedings, has resurfaced in discussions. Investigations by the Los Angeles Department of Child and Family Services and the FBI at the time did not result in any charges against Pitt.
The legal battle between Pitt and Jolie has seen both parties presenting their perspectives on the events and their aftermath. While Pitt claims that Jolie’s actions regarding the sale of Château Miraval disrupt his right to enjoy the family home, Jolie’s team contends that Pitt’s pursuit of legal action is an attempt to silence her and withhold funds from the sale.
As the legal proceedings continue, the public’s attention remains on the high-profile divorce and the impact it has had on both Pitt and Jolie, as well as their children. The details and allegations surrounding their relationship continue to shape public opinion, and the outcome of their legal battle will have far-reaching consequences for both their personal lives and public image.