Brad Pitt is shedding light on the relentless scrutiny his personal life has faced under the media's microscope. During the promotion of his forthcoming film, F1, Pitt opened his heart to GQ in a cover story released on Wednesday, detailing his sentiments about his private affairs constantly hogging the headlines and the accompanying "annoyance" that distracted him from his true passion – filmmaking.
"My personal life has been news for three decades now, buddy. Or some facet of it, let's put it diplomatically," he remarked. He further elaborated on navigating the public gaze, stating, "It's been a persistent irritation, varying in intensity, large and small, that I've had to confront as I pursue my heartfelt endeavors."
The Oscar-winning actor continued, "It's always been a nagging drain on time, a waste if you let it consume you." Pitt acknowledged, however, that his life is "relatively confined." He added, "Amidst my friends, loved ones, family, and self-awareness, it feels like a comforting warmth and security, akin to a minor fly buzzing around occasionally."
As Pitt wrapped up filming the racing thriller in Abu Dhabi, his widely publicized divorce from Angelina Jolie concluded after an arduous eight-year legal journey. When quizzed if he felt any difference post-divorce and if there was a sense of relief, Pitt responded, "No, I don't perceive it as a monumental event. It was just something legally coming to a conclusion."
The ex-couple met on the sets of Mr. and Mrs. Smith and started dating in 2005, after Pitt's divorce from Jennifer Aniston was finalized. They tied the knot in 2014 and share custody of six children. Jolie initiated divorce proceedings in 2016, later accusing Pitt of physically abusing her and their children during a flight from Europe. Since then, Jolie and Pitt have been working tirelessly to resolve issues related to child custody and asset division.
