There were rumors several months ago that she had an eating disorder, and that he was worried about/unhappy about that. So while I wasn’t too surprised to learn that their marriage was breaking up, it was unexpected to hear the rumor that he’s been irresponsible.
I know next to nothing about divorces, but I imagine that if he fights the custody arrangement, this could get nasty.
It is also referred to as Brangelexit … English language is endlessly flexible and creative…
Even with all the nannies in the word raising 6 kids is difficult and taxing in a strong marriage. And they are heading into those wonderful teenage years. Having both parents in the acting profession must add a different kind of stress.
I also think having plenty of money make divorce an easier option. One less reason to have to stick in there and try to make it work during those tough years.
Marriage is hard. Parenting is hard. I assume being world famous is extremely hard. They are in the thick of it.
Whatever the cause it really stinks for the kids. I wish them well.
She’s such an interesting figure to watch. A bright political career awaits her.
Who knows if it is cheating, or drugs/drinking, or huge difference in parenting styles? (I read that he is more orderly/strict, and she is more free form, and that was a big issue. . .) Anyway, I’m sure it is hard on all of them, and I hope they can work it out in private.
I am sort of surprised, though. When they finally got married after 10 years together, plus all the kids, I thought they were committed for the long haul. Things can change quickly, though.
One of my favorite sayings has always been “if they’ll do it with you, they’ll do it to you” (with regards to cheating).
Jennifer Aniston’s husband Justin Theroux is the coolest out of that entire bunch.
I’m not sure how much it really means to have sole physical custody in their case. In my limited experience, sole LEGAL custody is a much bigger deal.
WHO is this and why would I care about her … and him?
^^^Well, you opened the thread, didn’t you? 
I have a hard time believing anyone in the US doesn’t know who Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are even if you’re not into celebrity gossip of any kind.
And the one who got out of it with the least harm? Laura Dern, who was engaged to Billy Bob when Angelina wanted him. Laura came home from a movie shoot to an empty house. Lucky her.
Oh COME ON.
Didn’t take long. Scroll down for Chelsea Handler vid.
I have to agree about leaving Jennifer Aniston out of this. Her divorce was a long time ago and she is now remarried.
I know people who have never gotten over their divorce. It is sad. But Jennifer seems to have. So I hope that she is left out of this.
Probably won’t happen. The paparazzi will descend. Hopefully Jennifer can stay calm and just reply “no comment.”
The press will hound her – that’s just what they do.
I actually feel sorriest for Marion Cotillard if she did not have an affair with Pitt. She’s put out a statement. http://www.eonline.com/news/796743/marion-cotillard-breaks-silence-on-alleged-involvement-in-brad-pitt-and-angelina-jolie-s-divorce
Well, I couldn’t resist. I read jonri’s link. Not proud of myself.
If that was meant to be a denial of any affair between Cottillard and Pitt, it certainly wasn’t a very effective one. She doesn’t deny it at all! It was, in fact, the very definition of a negative pregnant. (No pun intended!)
^I had the same thought about her statement!
I must be totally naive – I was thinking that it rang true and was a lovely tribute to her husband. What was it about the statement that did not seem believable?
@HarvestMoon1 - I thought the same thing, what did I miss?