Brad Pitt believes his ex-wife Angelina Jolie is intentionally stalling their divorce proceedings to hinder his future marriage plans, according to sources close to the actor. The breakdown of the Hollywood power couple, affectionately known as Brangelina, dates back to their split in 2016, which has since unraveled amid bitter legal battles over child custody and shared properties, particularly their prized French estate, Chateau Miraval.
Born to tumultuous beginnings, Pitt, now 60, is reportedly eager to finalize his divorce and move forward with his new relationship with 31-year-old jewelry executive, Ina de Ramon. This hope for happy times lies amid claims from sources saying Jolie is, at least partially, using their unresolved legal issues to maintain control over her ex.
“Brad does want to be married again, but Angie is still standing in the way, and he just wants it to be over,” one insider expressed. The couple married in 2014, but by 2016, cracks had formed, leading to unforeseen strife, with many believing the drawn-out legal proceedings are another tactic on Jolie's part to keep Pitt at arm's length.
Source insights have indicated Jolie might be waiting for their youngest twin children, Knox and Vivienne, to reach adulthood before concluding their divorce—adding another layer of complexity to the already turbulent situation. The couple has six children together: three biological—Shiloh, 18, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 16—and three adopted: Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, and Zahara, 19. Their strained relationship has also manifested through the children's decisions to drop the Pitt surname, with Maddox and Pax reportedly having no contact with their father.
Despite the persistence of these legal challenges, Pitt appears determined to build his future with de Ramon. The couple, having started their romance late last year, now lives together. Amid whispers of eventual engagement—possibly as early as 2025—insiders claim Pitt feels at ease with de Ramon, appreciating her straightforward and grounded persona.
This budding relationship has received approval from Pitt’s close friends, including actor George Clooney, easing the way for Pitt to finally sever the emotional chain his tumultuous past holds over him. “It feels right with [de Ramon],” another source confirmed. “She’s grounded and no-nonsense, which Brad appreciates.”
The couple's legal drama, dubbed the “War of the Rosés,” recently escalated when Jolie emerged victorious with court rulings ordering Pitt to disclose communications and documents from their tumultuous period between 2016 and 2018. These could potentially support Jolie's accusations of past abuses during their separation, with her alleging misconduct on Pitt's part during their infamous flight incident back in September 2016.
Jolie has made serious claims, alleging Pitt's intoxication led to confrontations marked by verbal abuse and physical intimidation directed at both her and several of their children. Although Pitt has denied these allegations, stating he has never harmed any of the children, the tension intensifies, especially with the clouds of past abuse looming over them. Their complicated personal histories remain entangled with the desires of both to find happiness again.
The judge's recent ruling underscored the depth of the allegations, with the former couple caught up in lengthy legal and emotional duels over both their children and their shared property interests. Jolie previously claimed Pitt attempted to coerce her to sign disclosures to prevent her from speaking about their past. The challenges of additional legal proceedings only served to slow the conclusion of their already protracted divorce process.
Despite being declared legally single back in 2019, both continue to grapple with the aftermath of their breakup. Insiders note Pitt's wish to finalize his affairs with Jolie is “a looming shadow” hindering his prospects with de Ramon. He reportedly desires to start over with her and hopes their relationship can flourish without the weight of his previous marriage looming continually overhead.
The continued court appearances and accusations could disrupt future plans for both parties as they navigate the remnants of what was once deemed one of Hollywood's most glamorous unions. While Pitt seeks resolution and the opportunity to embrace his new found happiness with de Ramon, Jolie appears to counter by keeping the legal battles fiercely alive. These developments not only deepen the public intrigue surrounding their separation but also reveal the emotionally charged realities both actors face moving forward.
