Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie finalize divorce: A new chapter begins for Pitt

After what felt like an endless wait, December 30, 2024, marked a significant milestone: Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie finalized their divorce after more than eight years of contentious legal battles. "There's a big sense of relief that it's over," a source told Us Weekly . "A weight has been lifted." Now 61, Pitt is focusing on his future. “Brad wants to get his life back on track and move on,” the source added. He’s particularly excited about his upcoming movie F1 , set to premiere in June. Alongside his professional aspirations, Pitt hopes to rebuild his relationships with his six children—Maddox, 23; Pax, 21; Zahara, 20; Shiloh, 18; and 16-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne. Personally, he’s moving forward with his romance with jewelry executive Ines de Ramon, 35, whom he’s been dating for two years. According to insiders, de Ramon played a key role in helping Pitt find closure with Jolie. “Ines helped Brad move forward and look at the divorce in a new way,” shared a second source. From the beginning, Pitt and de Ramon seemed like a great fit. First seen together in late 2022, they made their red carpet debut at the Wolfs premiere in September 2023. “She brings out the best in Brad,” a source previously noted. The couple reportedly spent the 2024 holidays together at Pitt’s $40 million estate in Carmel, California, with de Ramon moving into Pitt’s Los Angeles home earlier in the year. Despite his busy schedule, de Ramon has brought a “sense of calm and peace” to his life, according to sources. De Ramon supported Pitt during his protracted legal battles with Jolie, including the custody fight and a lawsuit over their shared winery, Château Miraval. Jolie countersued for $250 million, citing a 2016 private plane incident where she alleged Pitt was physically and verbally abusive—a claim he denied and was later cleared of by investigators. Pitt and de Ramon share a unique bond, partly due to their similar experiences. De Ramon was also going through a divorce when their relationship began, having separated from Vampire Diaries star Paul Wesley in 2022. “That’s something she and Brad connected over,” said a source. “Ines has been his rock from the beginning.” For Pitt, his relationship with de Ramon has been a refreshing change. “His relationship with Angelina was volatile, but with Ines, it’s completely different,” shared an insider. “They’re deeply in love and complement each other perfectly. Brad’s happier than ever.” The couple enjoys quiet nights at home, often cooking and watching movies together. “Brad loves how easygoing and intelligent Ines is,” the source added. De Ramon also encouraged Pitt to finalize his divorce. “Ines is very calm and avoids conflict. She’s been urging Brad to find peace and let go of negativity,” an insider revealed earlier in 2024. While marriage isn’t currently on the table, sources confirm the couple is deeply committed to each other. Professionally, Pitt has found solace in his work, especially with his upcoming Formula 1 project. “He’s very passionate about F1 and thinks it will be a huge success,” said a source, noting that Pitt has always been fascinated by racing. “This project has been a thrilling challenge for him.” Despite his optimism, Pitt faces challenges in reconnecting with his children. Shiloh legally dropped his surname in 2024, and Zahara and Vivienne also primarily use Jolie’s name. “Brad isn’t in contact with the older kids, and it’s a heartbreaking situation for him,” a source revealed. Though he retains joint custody of Knox and Vivienne, his time with them is limited, especially due to his demanding filming schedule. “He’s hopeful things will improve someday,” the insider added. Pitt remains cautiously optimistic about keeping the peace with Jolie, though their legal battle over Château Miraval continues. In November, a judge allowed the case to move forward to trial, dismissing Jolie’s motions to halt proceedings. “While Brad’s relieved the divorce is finalized, he knows there are more hurdles ahead,” said the source. “Still, this milestone allows him to close a long and painful chapter.”