Brad Pitt has reportedly distanced himself from two of his children with ex-wife Angelina Jolie amid the fallout from their highly publicized and bitter divorce. The 61-year-old actor and 50-year-old Jolie, who married in 2014 after meeting on the set of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, have faced years of legal battles following their separation in 2016. Despite finalizing their divorce earlier this year, disputes over custody and business interests continue to affect their relationship.
The former couple shares six children: Maddox (23), Pax (21), Zahara (20), Shiloh (19), and twins Knox and Vivienne (16). Reports suggest that Pitt’s relationship with Pax is especially strained, with Pax previously calling him a “world-class a**hole.” A source close to Brad revealed that he considers his relationship with Pax “unfixable” following a recent incident where Pax was seen leaving the Chateau Marmont with friends.
While Brad has reportedly distanced himself from Pax, sources claim he is still open to maintaining connections with some of his other children. However, it appears that several of them, including Shiloh, have opted to distance themselves from their father. Shiloh legally changed her surname to Shiloh Nouvel Jolie when she turned 18, while three other children have reportedly stopped using “Pitt” informally.
The tension within the family has been ongoing, with Maddox involved in a 2016 altercation with Brad on a private jet. When asked about his relationship with his father, Maddox responded with, “Whatever happens, happens,” reflecting the strained dynamics.
Sources suggest that Brad blames Angelina for the rift, although some critics argue that he is positioning himself as the victim in the ongoing saga. In a recent interview with GQ, Brad downplayed the significance of his divorce, saying it was “just something coming to fruition. Legally.” Meanwhile, Angelina’s attorney stated that the actress is “exhausted” but relieved that one part of the long divorce process is over.
Despite the ongoing tensions, both sides continue to navigate their complex relationship, with the media playing a significant role in the continued scrutiny of their private lives.
