Angelina Jolie has made a public plea to her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, to end their ongoing legal battle. Jolie’s attorney, Paul Murphy, issued a statement requesting Pitt to drop his lawsuit concerning their former French winery, Château Miraval.
The lawsuit, initiated by Pitt in 2022, has added strain to their already contentious relationship.
Jolie’s Call for Peace and Family Healing
Murphy’s statement emphasizes Jolie’s desire for peace and healing within their family. He mentioned that Jolie has no choice but to gather evidence to counter Pitt’s claims if he continues the lawsuit.
Pitt had previously filed a motion to dismiss after Jolie’s team requested numerous personal communications as part of the case.
Details of the Lawsuit and NDA Controversy
Murphy highlighted that Pitt controls all properties and business interests shared with Jolie but still demands more. Pitt is suing Jolie for $67 million plus punitive damages.
According to Murphy, Pitt’s actions are an attempt to control and punish Jolie by demanding she sign an expanded non-disclosure agreement (NDA).
Pitt’s Perspective and Legal Strategy
A representative for Pitt declined to comment. However, a source close to Pitt described the case as a business dispute that became complicated due to the introduction of personal matters by Jolie’s team.
The Controversial Sale of Château Miraval
Pitt filed the lawsuit after claiming that Jolie sold her 50% stake in Château Miraval to Russian billionaire Yuri Shefler despite previously agreeing to sell it to Pitt. Jolie’s lawyers argue that she backed out of the deal because Pitt asked her to sign an extensive NDA, which they claim was overly controlling and punitive.
This NDA would prevent Jolie from discussing Pitt’s alleged misconduct, which she cited as a reason for their divorce.
Allegations of Abuse and NDA Implications
Jolie’s legal team described the NDA as “unconscionable,” asserting that it would bar her from legally discussing Pitt’s alleged abuse of her and their children.
The most publicized incident of alleged abuse occurred during a 2016 flight, which led Jolie to file for divorce in 2019. Despite this, Jolie claims Pitt’s abusive behavior dates back further.
Court Orders and Evidence Requests
In May, a judge ordered Jolie to provide eight years of other NDAs to prove that Pitt’s NDA was unusual. Recently, Jolie’s team requested that Pitt share third-party communications as evidence.
Pitt’s latest filing calls this request a “sensationalist fishing expedition,” accusing Jolie’s team of seeking deeply personal information about his therapy, alcohol consumption, and the 2016 flight incident.
Pitt’s Legal Team’s Response
Brad Pitt’s lawyers argue that he has already offered to provide documents detailing everything that happened on the flight that led to their divorce. They contend that Jolie’s demands extend too far, intruding into the most personal aspects of Pitt’s life.
Public Reaction and Emotional Impact
The ongoing legal battle between Jolie and Pitt has drawn significant public attention. Their once-shared vineyard, Château Miraval, has become a symbol of their tumultuous relationship.
Jolie’s appeal for peace and the resolution of this dispute highlights the emotional toll it has taken on both parties and their family.
As this high-profile case continues to unfold, fans and observers hope for a resolution that allows both Jolie and Pitt to move forward and focus on their careers and family.
The outcome of this legal battle remains uncertain, but Jolie’s call for an end to the fighting reflects her desire to prioritize healing and peace for their family.
