Brad Pitt Reveals Sobriety Struggle and Reboot After Angelina Jolie Divorce

Brad Pitt has opened up about a dark chapter in his life, revealing the raw struggle behind his journey to sobriety after a devastating 2016 incident that ultimately led to his divorce from Angelina Jolie. Speaking on Dax Shepard’s podcast, Pitt didn’t shy away from the pain, admitting he was 'on my back, or on my knees' during that tumultuous time. 'I needed rebooting,' he confessed, emphasizing a desperate need to 'wake up' to some harsh realities.

The incident in question, a reported altercation on a private plane with Jolie and their six children, marked a turning point. Court documents later detailed chilling allegations—claims that Pitt choked one child, struck another, and physically assaulted Jolie while pouring alcohol on them. Though Pitt has denied these accusations and no charges were filed after an FBI investigation, the fallout was immediate. Jolie filed for divorce days later, ending one of Hollywood’s most iconic unions.

But Pitt’s story isn’t just about the crash—it’s about the climb back up. He turned to Alcoholics Anonymous, spending a year and a half in meetings, inspired by the raw honesty of others. 'I’m stubborn, but when I’ve stepped in it, I’m pretty good at owning up,' he said, reflecting on the freedom that came from exposing his flaws. Shepard, who met Pitt at one such meeting, praised his grace under pressure, even as a public figure in a vulnerable space.

Fast forward to 2024, and the legal saga with Jolie finally saw closure with a divorce settlement after eight grueling years. Pitt downplayed the relief, calling it 'just something coming to fruition,' but the emotional toll lingers. Several of their children—Shiloh, Vivienne, and Zahara—have notably dropped his last name, a quiet but piercing reminder of fractured ties. A source close to Pitt revealed his heartbreak over Shiloh’s decision, noting, 'He’s never felt more joy than when she was born.'

Amid the personal wreckage, Pitt is rebuilding. He’s now linked with jewelry designer Ines de Ramon, a relationship that’s grown serious since they moved in together in 2024. Their low-key debut at the British Grand Prix wasn’t a calculated PR move, Pitt insists—just life evolving. And maybe that’s the real story here: a man who hit rock bottom, owned his mistakes, and is still figuring out how to rise again.