Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt on Feb. 13, 2012. Photo-PASCAL LE SEGRETAIN/GETTY
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s ongoing legal battles have taken yet another turn. This time, Jolie is urging Pitt to drop his lawsuit regarding their shared winery, Château Miraval. Pitt, who sued Jolie after she sold her half of the winery in 2021 for $67 million, claims the sale violated a verbal agreement between them. Jolie’s team, however, argues that Pitt’s demands, including an NDA, were unreasonable.
Angelina’s Plea for Peace
In a recent statement, Jolie’s attorney, Paul Murphy, highlighted the actress’s desire to move forward and stop the bickering. “Angelina asks Mr. Pitt to end the fighting and finally put their family on a clear path toward healing,” Murphy said. He added that unless Pitt drops the lawsuit, Jolie feels compelled to gather evidence to counter his allegations.
The NDA Dispute
Pitt’s lawsuit stems from Jolie’s refusal to let him buy her out unless she signed an NDA, which she felt was designed to cover up his personal misconduct. Murphy stated, “Pitt tried to punish and control Angelina by demanding a newly expanded NDA.”
Jolie’s Latest Request
In the latest twist, Jolie has requested that Pitt disclose communications he had after their infamous 2016 plane ride, which was a pivotal moment leading to their divorce. Pitt’s legal team called this request “intrusive” and dismissed it as a “sensationalist fishing expedition.”
Pitt’s Response
Pitt’s representatives have declined to comment publicly, but his legal team has made their position clear in court. They argue that the requested communications are sensitive and include details of therapy Pitt underwent voluntarily to improve himself. They accuse Jolie of trying to reopen divorce issues through this business dispute.
Ongoing Legal Battle
The legal battle over Château Miraval is just one facet of the larger conflict between Jolie and Pitt, whose divorce has yet to be finalized eight years after their separation. In May, a judge ordered Jolie to produce eight years of NDAs she has signed, aiming to show that her refusal to sign Pitt’s NDA was not standard practice.
Seeking Transparency
Murphy responded to this ruling by stating they are prepared to provide these NDAs, which he described as common and incomparable to Pitt’s demands. He welcomed transparency, claiming it could reveal issues related to Pitt’s alleged abuse.
Pitt’s Perspective
Sources close to Pitt have painted a different picture, suggesting that the ruling to disclose NDAs is a blow to Jolie’s credibility. They argue it challenges her to back up her claims with facts, something they assert she has failed to do consistently.
Moving Forward
Despite the continued tension, both sides express a desire for resolution. Jolie’s plea for Pitt to drop the lawsuit is a call for peace, but whether it will be heeded remains to be seen. The hope for a clear path toward healing for their family is evident, but the road ahead seems fraught with legal hurdles and emotional baggage.
This legal drama, intertwined with personal grievances, keeps unfolding, with both parties staunchly defending their positions. The public watches, hoping for a resolution that allows both Jolie and Pitt to move on and focus on their family’s well-being.
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