Angelina Jolie has made a major breakthrough in her battle with ex-husband Brad Pitt over their French winery as a judge has ordered Pitt to turn over documents that Jolie claims will prove allegations of abuse.
- November 27, 2024
AceShowbiz - In a significant legal win for Angelina Jolie, a judge has ruled that Brad Pitt must disclose documents and communications related to alleged domestic violence and cover-ups. The decision, issued on Monday, November 25, comes in response to a legal battle over the couple's French winery, Chateau Miraval.
Jolie claims that Pitt prevented her from speaking about alleged abuse by making her sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). According to Jolie's attorney Paul Murphy, the documents will provide "crucial evidence" of Pitt's "actions that harmed Angelina and their children." Murphy emphasized that Jolie wants an end to the legal turmoil and for the family to heal.
"We are gratified that the court ruled in Angelina's favor," Jolie's attorney Paul Murphy told Us in a statement on Tuesday, November 26. "After Mr. Pitt fought for years to hide this crucial evidence, he must now produce documents and communications concerning abuse, lies to authorities, and years of cover-up. His actions harmed Angelina and their children and are central to this case."
However, a source close to Pitt downplayed the ruling, claiming that Pitt has already provided substantial information.
The judge's order stems from a lawsuit filed by Pitt in 2022, alleging that Jolie illegally sold her shares of the winery without his approval. Jolie countersued, claiming that Pitt's alleged abuse made it impossible for her to continue working with him.
The winery dispute has been escalating, with Jolie filing for divorce in 2016 following an alleged incident of child abuse on a private plane. Pitt was cleared by authorities after investigations, but Jolie's lawyers claim that the alleged abuse began before that incident.
The couple's legal battles continue, with their divorce still unresolved eight years after their breakup. Sources say that bitterness and a refusal to let go of the past have contributed to the ongoing conflict.
Jolie's attorney has reiterated the actress's desire for a peaceful resolution and her willingness to defend herself in court if necessary. The battle over the French winery has become a contentious chapter in the ex-couple's relationship, with both sides determined to prove their claims and secure a favorable outcome.
