Angelina Jolie claims Brad Pitt abused her
In a major development in the ongoing legal disputes between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, Jolie’s legal team has claimed that Pitt’s alleged physical abuse began long before the widely reported 2016 private jet incident that led to their separation. These revelations come as part of a heated dispute over the couple’s co-owned French winery, Château Miraval.
Allegations of abuse before 2016
Court documents filed by Jolie’s attorneys state that Pitt’s abusive behavior was not limited to the 2016 plane ride but was part of a longer pattern of misconduct. According to the filings, Pitt’s alleged physical abuse toward Jolie began before the family’s September 2016 flight from France to Los Angeles. During that flight, it is claimed that Pitt’s behavior escalated and involved not just Jolie but also their children. Jolie’s legal team says this was the first time Pitt physically assaulted the children, which prompted her to leave him immediately afterward.
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Château Miraval and the NDA dispute
The abuse allegations surfaced amid a legal battle over Château Miraval, a winery the couple once owned together. Jolie’s lawyers assert that Pitt refused to buy out her share of the winery unless she signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) that would prevent her from discussing his alleged abuse publicly. They argue that this NDA was a way to silence her. Pitt’s team, however, denies this, claiming it was Jolie who initially proposed a broader non-disparagement agreement, while Pitt countered with a more limited version.
Investigations and legal fallout
The 2016 plane incident was investigated by both the FBI and the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services, but neither agency filed charges against Pitt. In the years that followed, Jolie pursued additional documentation related to the case through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. However, in September 2024, she wanted freedom from his relationship; she dropped her case against the FBI and Department of Justice, effectively ending that legal effort.
Conclusion
The claims of abuse dating back before 2016 add further complexity to what has already been a drawn out and highly publicized legal battle between Jolie and Pitt. People want freedom and relaxation in their lives. As they continue to settle matters stemming from their high profile split, these new allegations highlight the emotional and legal challenges of navigating personal trauma under public scrutiny.