Pankaj Singh Bisht, Jadetimes Staff
Pankaj is a Jadetimes news reporter covering culture News
High-profile Hollywood power couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, once endearingly known as "Brangelina," officially finalized their divorce on Friday. That marked the end of a very long, closely watched marital saga that has covered eight years and extensively followed in the media.
A Love Story Turned Legal Drama
Jolie and Pitt first captured hearts worldwide through their on-screen chemistry in the 2005 film Mr. & Mrs. Smith. This only blossomed into an off-screen romantic connection that made them one of Hollywood's most iconic couples. Over the years, the seeming fairy tale relationship had a happy ending, as Pitt married Jolie in private in 2014 within their French estate, Château Miraval.
But whatever love story they had was unravelling in public when Jolie filed for divorce in September 2016 citing irreconcilable differences. The split started a long legal process that would last nearly a decade, up until property settlements and custody disputes arose with allegations on both sides.
Custody Battles and Issues
The major part of the divorce case involved the custody arrangements for their six children: Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne. The couple adopted three of their children and had three biological ones, making their family a mix of cultures and backgrounds.
The custody battle was highly publicized and emotionally charged, as both Jolie and Pitt fought for arrangements they believed were in the best interest of their children. Jolie accused Pitt of abusive behavior during an incident on a private plane in 2016, which reportedly played a pivotal role in the divorce filing. Pitt denied these allegations, but the claims fueled public speculation and added complexity to the legal proceedings.
In 2021, a judge granted Pitt joint custody of their children. However, Jolie appealed stating that he was biased about the judgment. Nevertheless, the custody has been settled with the details, as yet not made public for the children.
Property Settlement and Château Miraval
The second point of contention was their shared property, especially Château Miraval, their French estate and vineyard. The estate stood as a silhouette for their marriage but also marked a business venture, with the estate producing the famous Miraval rosé wine.
Jolie sold her stake in the estate to a third party, an action that Pitt contested in court. This property dispute became just another wrinkle in what already was an intricate divorce case. Reports say that the matter has been settled and this chapter of their separation closed.
The End
The final divorce marks the end of a very publicized chapter in Hollywood history. Both Jolie and Pitt have said they are eager to move on and continue with their individual careers and family life. Jolie continues her acting, directing, and humanitarian work, while Pitt continues acting and producing.
While the terms of their divorce are private, ending the marriage marks a close to an event that has drawn public attention and highlights the intrigue of celebrity relationships.
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