US EditionBrad Pitt reflects on going to AA after Angelina Jolie divorce: 'I needed rebooting'
- Brad Pitt openly discussed his journey with Alcoholics Anonymous and sobriety on June 23, 2024, during Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert podcast after finalizing his 2016 divorce from Angelina Jolie.
- Pitt entered AA at a low point, motivated by personal struggles and a need to 'wake the f**k up', seeking healing after a turbulent and public separation with Jolie.
- He credited AA as a safe, freeing space with little judgment that inspired him, describing the group’s openness and humor as powerful in fostering his recovery and growth.
- Pitt explained that AA encouraged him to take a risk and explore new experiences, which ultimately led him to develop a strong appreciation for the process.
- Pitt’s revelations suggest continued healing and accountability, though AA expressed discomfort with his public mentions, underlining the tension between privacy and advocacy in recovery.
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Brad Pitt says he ‘needed rebooting’ after divorce from Angelina Jolie
(NewsNation) — Brad Pitt recently opened up about his time in Alcoholics Anonymous after his divorce from Angelina Jolie, saying he "needed rebooting." Pitt spoke with the host of "Armchair Expert," Dax Shepard, about his time in AA on Monday. They also spoke about meeting each other in AA, as Shepard was in the same group as Pitt. "I just thought it was just incredible men sharing their experiences. ... I thought it was a really special experie…
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WHEN Brad Pitt sat down with Hollywood podcaster Dax Shepard, he no doubt hoped to polish his gilded image and keep the chat on track about his new movie, F1. But as he opened up on his issues with drugs, booze and addiction, and how his life spun out of control after his bitter split from actress Angelina Jolie, a darker picture emerged. Shutterstock EditorialBrad Pitt, who is now dating glamorous Ines de Ramon, has opened up on his issues with…
After the separation of Angelina Jolie in 2016, Brad Pitt was on the ground. In a podcast, the Hollywood star talks about his experiences with addiction and self-help. He »learned to love« the therapy sessions.
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