Angelina Jolie is reportedly outraged after being snubbed by the Academy Awards, with sources claiming she suspects Brad Pitt played a role in blocking her from Hollywood’s highest honor.
According to Today’s Esquire, the Maria star had high hopes for an Oscar nomination, given the critical acclaim surrounding her portrayal of opera legend Maria Callas. Insiders say Jolie, 48, is convinced Pitt worked behind the scenes to turn industry elites against her. “She was sure this role would catapult her back to the top of Hollywood,” a source revealed. “Now, she’s convinced that Brad had a hand in ensuring she was overlooked.”
Jolie and Pitt’s tumultuous relationship has played out publicly since their 2016 split, with legal battles over custody and business dealings continuing for years. According to sources, Jolie feels that Pitt has spent years “painting her as the villain” and that her Oscar snub proves the industry has taken his side.
Adding to the drama, rumors suggest that Pitt’s first ex-wife, Jennifer Aniston, may also have influenced Hollywood’s perception of Jolie. The tension between the two dates back to 2005 when Pitt left Aniston for Jolie during the filming of Mr. & Mrs. Smith. “Jennifer has never truly forgiven Angelina, and plenty of powerful people in Hollywood still side with her,” another insider claimed.
Despite missing out on an Oscar nod, Jolie did receive a Golden Globe nomination for Maria, though she lost to Fernanda Torres for I’m Still Here. Sources say the latest snub may push Jolie to step away from Hollywood altogether. “She’s been talking about leaving Hollywood for years, and this could be the final straw,” a source said, adding that she sees this as further proof that the industry is against her.
Meanwhile, sources close to Pitt have denied any involvement, insisting he has no interest in sabotaging Jolie’s career. Jolie has not publicly addressed the Oscar snub or the speculation about Pitt and Aniston’s alleged role in her Hollywood struggles.
