Former superstar power couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have been officially divorced since 2019, but their legal battles have extended into the present day. The latest front is a lawsuit filed by Pitt against Jolie, involving the sale of a French winery the two owned that Pitt is claiming Jolie did not have the authority to make without him.
Now, TMZ reports that Pitt is suing to nullify the sale of Chateau Miraval, located in Correns, France, to Russian oligarch Yuri Shefler. The winery, which has been a point of contention between the two, was purchased together back in 2008 for $28.4 million, with Pitt admitting that Jolie paid 40% of the purchase price.
Pitt is now upset that Jolie apparently sold her stake without his authorization. He asserts that he and Jolie had "an arrangement" that neither would sell the other's interest without the other’s go-ahead. This arrangement has now turned into a significant legal dispute.
Jolie reportedly went to court last July to declare her intent to sell her interest in Chateau Miraval. Even though Pitt had given permission to explore finding a potential buyer, he claims he still maintains veto power over the deal, which he says went unrecognized by Jolie. This has led to further complications in their relationship and business dealings.
Pitt alleges that the sale of Jolie's portion of the winery was kept from him on purpose, which he argues is negatively affecting his ability to conduct business now. An unnamed source from Pitt's camp stated, "Unfortunately, this is another example of the same person disregarding her legal and ethical obligations." This emphasizes the ongoing tensions between the former couple.
The source further elaborated on the situation, claiming that Jolie has violated the rights of Pitt, who invested both money and effort into the success of the business. They argue that she is seeking returns on an investment she did not make and profits she did not earn.
Pitt is now suing not just to nullify the sale, but also for undisclosed damages. The outcome of this legal battle remains to be seen, and many are watching closely as it unfolds.
