Brad Pitt appeared downcast at the Formula One Grand Prix in Belgium on Friday, as his legal battle with ex-wife Angelina Jolie continues to rage on.
The 60-year-old Hollywood star, known for roles in "Fight Club" and "Mr and Mrs Smith", is currently locked in a legal dispute with Jolie, 49, over their shared ownership of the Chateau Miraval winery in France. The couple, who married in 2014 and separated in 2016, purchased the idyllic estate in 2008.
The latest development in their drawn-out divorce proceedings sees Pitt suing Jolie after she sold her half of the winery in October 2021 for $67 million without his consent. Jolie, who shares six children with Pitt â Maddox (22), Pax (20), Zahara (19), Shiloh (18), and 16-year-old twins Vivienne and Knox â had recently pleaded with Pitt to "end the fighting", but sources close to the actor have confirmed that he has no intention of dropping the lawsuit.
Insiders allege Jolieâs plea was made after realising the weakness of her case. They claim Pitt is pursuing the lawsuit due to a "standard business dispute" and that Jolie is seeking to portray herself as the victim by introducing personal elements into the proceedings. They further argue that Jolie is trying to avoid potential legal repercussions for the sale of the winery, which was ultimately intended for their children's inheritance.
However, a separate source close to the matter disputes the characterisation of the legal battle as a "simple business dispute". They argue that Pitt is the one suing Jolie and yet accuses her of fighting him. They point to Pitt's refusal to drop his lawsuit, despite Jolieâs call for peace and reconciliation, as evidence of his continued attacks on her.
The source alleges that Pitt's $67 million lawsuit stems from Jolie's refusal to sign a non-disclosure agreement covering his alleged abusive behaviour. They claim Jolieâs only desire is peace for their family, but that Pitt remains determined to continue the legal battle and deflect blame for the current situation.
Amidst this ongoing drama, Pitt was photographed at the Belgian F1 Grand Prix sporting a pensive expression. He appeared deep in thought, placing a hand on his hip and letting out a sigh at one point. Although surrounded by fans, his demeanour seemed to reflect the anxieties of the ongoing legal battle.
The coupleâs complex legal saga continues to unfold, leaving the future of their relationship and the fate of their winery in a state of uncertainty.
