Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s contentious divorce proceedings, ongoing for nearly eight years, have been marked by new layers of tension—most recently involving Pitt’s ex-wife, Jennifer Aniston. The two actors, who divorced in 2005, were seen together at the SAG Awards in 2020, sharing a warm backstage moment that went viral and reportedly left Jolie feeling “infuriated.” Sources told The US Sun that Jolie was particularly disturbed by the encounter and, as a result, allegedly prohibited Aniston from having any interaction with her and Pitt’s six children: Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne.
During her marriage with Pitt, Aniston faced intense media scrutiny, with rumors that her inability to conceive may have contributed to their split. Reflecting on that period in a 2022 interview with Allure, the Murder Mystery star revealed her struggle with IVF treatments. “I was trying to get pregnant. It was a challenging road…It was really hard,” she shared. Aniston also expressed frustration at the narrative that her dedication to her career led to the breakdown of her marriage, clarifying that her efforts to start a family were substantial. “The narrative that I was selfish…that’s not why my marriage ended,” she said.
Aniston described her journey through her late 30s and 40s as transformative, saying, “I would’ve given anything if someone had told me to freeze my eggs. But I am where I am today, and I feel better than ever.” Ultimately, she has no regrets, admitting she feels a sense of relief now that the question of having children is behind her.
Meanwhile, Jolie, who is currently in a custody dispute with Pitt, allegedly took further action by seeking a new child custody evaluation, reportedly unsettling Pitt. According to Celebrity Insider, an insider explained, “Brad has just started to feel like his life was back on track after years of turmoil, and he was hoping the divorce would be finalized soon. This recent twist has left him questioning what more he can do to demonstrate his commitment to his kids.”
Jolie’s actions reportedly also stemmed from rumors about Pitt dating actress Alia Shawkat, fueling her request for sole custody. For Pitt, the extended legal battle continues as he works toward resolution in an already high-profile family situation.
