Brad Pitt's Problems

Brad Pitt continues to deal with ongoing legal battles and personal scrutiny stemming from his contentious split from Angelina Jolie and related business disputes.The Château Miraval Winery LawsuitThe Dispute: Pitt and Jolie have been locked in a multi-million dollar legal war over the French winery Château Miraval they once co-owned.

Pitt sued Jolie after she sold her stake to a third-party investment firm, claiming it breached an agreement requiring mutual consent.Recent Filings: Pitt's legal team has pushed to compel financial records and depositions, while Jolie's team has countersued, alleging a pattern of controlling behavior and citing past abuse allegations. A civil trial for the case is anticipated to head to court in early 2027.Other Legal Issues: Pitt also faced an unrelated trademark infringement lawsuit regarding his skincare brand, Beau Domaine.Family and Personal StrugglesDivorce and Estrangement: Although their formal divorce settlement was reached in late 2024, the fallout heavily impacted his relationship with his children, several of whom legally dropped the surname Pitt.Mental Health and Sobriety: In public interviews, Pitt opened up about past mental health struggles, including a period of severe depression and suicidal ideation during the peak of the custody and divorce proceedings, alongside ongoing navigation of his sobriety.