After nearly seven years of legal battles, public scrutiny, and emotional upheaval, Angelina Jolie has finally closed the chapter on her highly publicized divorce from Brad Pitt. The once-revered Hollywood power couple, dubbed “Brangelina,” announced their separation in 2016, and what followed was a protracted legal process that included disputes over child custody, financial settlements, and accusations of misconduct. Now, with the divorce proceedings officially resolved, Jolie is ready to move on, ending one of the most turbulent periods of her life.
The divorce, which has been a fixture of tabloid headlines for years, revolved around several contentious issues. One of the primary points of dispute was the custody of the couple’s six children—Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Knox and Vivienne. Jolie had initially sought full custody, while Pitt fought for shared custody, sparking a lengthy and bitter battle. The custody dispute intensified when allegations surfaced that Pitt had an altercation with one of the children during a family flight in 2016, a claim Pitt denied but that nonetheless added tension to the proceedings.
The financial aspects of the divorce were equally complex, with Jolie and Pitt having amassed considerable wealth and assets during their marriage, including shared properties like their sprawling French estate, Château Miraval. The estate became a focal point of negotiations, with both sides working to reach a fair settlement.
Throughout the years, both actors have faced immense personal challenges while trying to protect their family’s privacy. Jolie, in particular, has spoken about the emotional toll the divorce has taken on her, noting how difficult it has been to rebuild her life as a single parent while being under constant media scrutiny. However, she has also expressed a desire to focus on her career, humanitarian work, and her children’s well-being in the wake of the divorce’s conclusion.
For Pitt, the years since the split have also been tumultuous. The actor has been open about his struggles with alcohol, which he admitted was a factor in the breakdown of their marriage. In recent years, however, Pitt has made strides in rebuilding his personal life, attending rehabilitation and maintaining a stronger relationship with his children, despite the ongoing custody battle.
Now that the legal proceedings are over, both Jolie and Pitt can move forward with their lives, albeit separately. Jolie, who has shifted her focus to directing and humanitarian efforts, has reportedly been spending more time with her children, traveling and working on various projects. Pitt, who continues to thrive professionally, even winning an Academy Award for *Once Upon a Time in Hollywood* in 2020, has also made efforts to maintain a close relationship with his children, though it has been reported that his access to them has been limited.
As one of Hollywood’s most beloved couples, the end of “Brangelina” marked the conclusion of a significant chapter in both their lives. With the legal proceedings finally behind them, Jolie and Pitt can now focus on the future. While the world may never fully understand the details of their private struggles, both stars seem determined to find peace and stability, especially for the sake of their children.