Angelina Jolie’s Feud with Brad Pitt: Latest Updates

Angelina Jolie’s Feud with Brad Pitt: Latest Updates (as of May 2026)

The long-running feud between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, which began with their 2016 separation, continues primarily through legal battles even after their divorce was finalized in December 2024. While the divorce itself is settled, the bitter dispute over their French winery, Château Miraval, remains active and contentious.

The Core Issue: Château Miraval Lawsuit

• Brad Pitt sued Angelina Jolie in 2022, alleging she breached an agreement by selling her 50% stake in the $164 million estate and winery to Stoli Group (Tenute del Mondo) without his consent.
• Pitt claims the sale was made “with malice” and has sought around $35 million in damages. He argues it has harmed the business he invested heavily in.
• Jolie has countered that no such binding agreement existed and has accused Pitt of waging a “vindictive war” against her. She has also pushed back against attempts to access her private communications.

Recent Developments (2026)

• May 2026: Jolie scored a significant legal victory when a Los Angeles Superior Court judge ruled she does not have to turn over 22 private emails requested by Pitt’s team. This is seen as a major win for her side, giving her the “upper hand” in the ongoing case.
• April 2026: Pitt pushed for an earlier trial date, complaining that the delays prevent him from enjoying the property. Jolie’s team pushed back, arguing there is no urgency for an accelerated schedule. The current trial is tentatively set for 2027.
• February–March 2026: Multiple reports indicate Pitt is eager to end the legal war. Insiders say he wants a “truce” or settlement in 2026, describing the prolonged fight as emotionally and financially draining. Mediation has been ordered for October 2026.

Current Status

The feud is now almost entirely focused on the winery rather than custody or the divorce itself. Jolie appears unbothered by the latest court maneuvers and is moving forward with her life, including plans to relocate abroad. Pitt, meanwhile, is reportedly motivated to draw a line under the decade-long battle.

While both sides have expressed (through insiders) a desire to resolve the matter, the case continues with no final resolution yet. The next major milestone is the scheduled mediation in late 2026.

This long-running conflict remains one of Hollywood’s most expensive and public post-breakup disputes, even as both stars try to focus on their respective careers and families.