Angelina Jolie Reveals Family Hasn’t Returned to French Winery Since Brad Pitt Divorce, Details Painful Separation
Angelina Jolie has offered a revealing account of the events surrounding her divorce from Brad Pitt, specifically detailing why neither she nor their children have returned to the couple’s former French winery, Château Miraval. the revelations come as part of ongoing legal battles over the property, offering a deeply personal look into a tumultuous period for the actress and her family.
Jolie’s recent court filing, obtained by People magazine, paints a picture of a difficult and, at times, traumatic separation. She states she relinquished “control (and full residency) of our family homes in Los Angeles and at Miraval, without compensation,” hoping to de-escalate tensions with Pitt following the split.
However, this gesture didn’t led to resolution. To this day, Jolie confirms, neither she nor their six children – Maddox (24), Pax (21), Zahara (20), Shiloh (19), and twins Vivienne and Knox (17) – have stepped foot back on the Miraval estate. the property, she explains, is inextricably linked to the “painful events leading to the divorce.”
A Timeline of the Relationship & Legal Battles
To understand the current situation, here’s a brief overview of Jolie and Pitt’s relationship and the subsequent legal proceedings:
* 2005: Jolie and Pitt meet on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith, sparking a highly publicized romance.
* 2014: The couple marry after nearly a decade together.
* 2016: Jolie files for divorce,citing irreconcilable differences.
* 2019: The divorce is legally finalized, but disputes over assets, particularly Château Miraval, continue.
* 2021: Jolie sells her stake in the winery to Tenute del Mondo, the wine division of the Stoli Group.
* 2022: Pitt files a lawsuit alleging Jolie’s sale violated a prior agreement requiring mutual consent for any sale of shares. Jolie countersues, accusing Pitt of a “vindictive war.”
The core of the current legal dispute centers around Château Miraval, which the pair co-owned. Pitt alleges Jolie’s 2021 sale to Stoli Group violated a prior agreement. Jolie,though,argues that she was forced to sell to secure financial independence and protect her children.
She details in her filing how, post-separation, she immediately sought a new home for her family, initially renting while searching for a more permanent solution.Crucially,Jolie states she prioritized proximity to Pitt,hoping to maintain his involvement in their children’s lives. However,her savings were largely tied up in Miraval,and she didn’t seek alimony or financial support from her ex-husband.
The Emotional Toll on the Family
Beyond the financial and legal complexities, Jolie’s filing underscores the profound emotional impact of the separation on her and her children. She describes miraval as “a focal point of our family life,” where they were married, she spent part of her pregnancy, and brought their twins home from the hospital.
The abrupt disruption to their lives, she writes, has been incredibly difficult, particularly for the children.”To have such a sudden break from my home and memories has been hard,” Jolie stated.
A source close to the case suggests this is primarily a commercial dispute, with one side attempting to link it to the divorce proceedings. However, Jolie’s detailed account clearly demonstrates the deeply personal connection to the property and the lasting emotional scars it represents.
As the legal battle continues, Jolie’s statements offer a rare and intimate glimpse into the challenges faced by a high-profile family navigating a complex and painful divorce. The case highlights the often-overlooked emotional costs associated with high-asset separations and the enduring impact on children involved.
Vanity Fair has reached out to both Jolie and Pitt for comment.
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