Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie were once the golden couple of Hollywood. But their highly publicized divorce left fans heartbroken. Now, they find themselves caught up in a bitter legal battle. Let’s dive into the current details of their ongoing feud.
The Beautiful Estate of Miraval
One of the assets the couple is fighting over is Miraval, their estate located in the south of France. Not only is this property home to Pitt and Jolie, but it also produces the highly successful Miraval wines. The couple purchased the estate in 2008, just before the birth of their twins. It holds sentimental value as the site of their wedding in 2014. At that time, Pitt gifted Jolie with a 10% stake in the property and their wine-making ventures, making them equal owners.
The Doomsday Clause Rejection
The battle over Miraval turned sour as their relationship deteriorated. Interestingly, when they were going into business together, Jolie’s business manager suggested a clause that would allow one of them to buy out the other’s share in case of a split. However, they dismissed this doomsday clause, convinced it would never be necessary. Pitt claimed that they had agreed not to sell their share in Miraval without the other’s consent, a claim Jolie denies.
The Heartbreaking Email
On January 21, 2021, Angelina Jolie sent an email to Brad Pitt, which later became public. In the emotional message, Jolie discussed her heavy heart and her decision to sell Miraval—a business centered around alcohol. This email referred to a troubling incident on a plane where Pitt allegedly behaved inappropriately toward their children. Jolie filed for divorce shortly after this incident.
The Sale Agreement
In February 2021, Pitt agreed to pay Jolie $54.5 million to buy her stake in Miraval. However, their ongoing divorce proceedings complicated the transfer. Jolie had submitted sealed court documents alleging domestic abuse by Pitt. In return for the sale, Pitt requested Jolie to sign a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) to prevent her from discussing his personal conduct. Jolie viewed this as an “unconscionable gag order.”
The Retaliatory Sale
Jolie sold Nouvel, the holding company that controlled her shares in Miraval, for $67 million to Tenute del Mondo, owned by Russian billionaire Yuri Shefler. Pitt saw this as a retaliation for losing the custody battle. Judge John Ouderkirk had granted Pitt joint custody of their children, contrary to Jolie’s request for full custody with visitation rights for Pitt. Pitt’s supporters believe this sale was an attempt to devalue his investment in Miraval.
The Lawsuits
In February 2022, Pitt filed a lawsuit against Jolie, her holding company, and the new owners of Miraval. He claimed that Jolie had contributed nothing to the success of Miraval. Stoli, the new owners, filed a cross-complaint against Pitt for devaluing their investments and interfering with the management of Chateau Miraval. Pitt later sought to reverse Jolie’s sale of Nouvel in an amended complaint.
The Sad Reality
Despite the legal battles, it’s important to remember that both Pitt and Jolie have experienced tremendous pain throughout this process. Pitt’s supporters argue that he had a breakdown and is not an abusive person. The fallout from the plane incident and the subsequent alienation from his children have been devastating for Pitt.
The entire situation between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie is deeply shocking. What are your thoughts on their legal battles? Let us know in the comments. Share this update with other fans of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie who may be interested in the ongoing saga.
