In the ongoing legal battle between former Hollywood couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, fresh allegations have surfaced concerning their financial disputes, particularly regarding Chateau Miraval, dubbed ‘the war of the roses’.
Jolie has accused Pitt of ‘financially draining her’ amidst their prolonged legal tussle since their split in 2016.
However, a recent investigation by DailyMail.com reveals that Jolie’s financial standing has experienced a significant upturn since the end of their decade-long relationship, which included a two-year marriage.
This financial boost, amounting to nearly $100 million, comes from various sources, including loans, child support, gifts, and notably, the sale of Jolie’s 50 percent stake in Chateau Miraval, a property central to their legal dispute.
The French estate, acquired for $60 million in 2008, has seen a remarkable increase in value, now estimated at approximately $164 million, partly due to Pitt’s contributions and investments in the business.
Moreover, Pitt’s camp highlights Jolie’s recent high-profile real estate transaction, securing the lease of 57 Great Jones Street in Manhattan, previously owned by Andy Warhol and rented at $60,000 per month.
Despite Jolie’s recent court filings implying financial strain, the intricate financial landscape surrounding the couple suggests a more nuanced reality, where assets and investments continue to be significant factors in their ongoing legal wrangling.
Jolie’s legal documents paint a bleak picture, alleging that defending herself against Pitt’s lawsuit is particularly distressing, citing Pitt’s purported efforts to exert control and impose financial strain on her.
These documents also detail Jolie’s assertions regarding the collapse of the Miraval deal, attributing it to Pitt’s insistence on a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to conceal alleged instances of physical and emotional abuse towards Jolie and their family.
Insiders familiar with the situation describe a contentious relationship between the former couple, with Jolie accusing Pitt of financially draining her, while Pitt reportedly maintains a supportive stance despite her perceived animosity.
Initially, Pitt had shown interest in buying out Jolie’s stake in Chateau Miraval to retain ownership within the family, but the deal fell through amid disagreements.
Pitt’s accusations of Jolie breaching their purchase agreement arose when she sold her 50 percent stake in Chateau Miraval to Russian oligarch Yuri Shefler in 2021 without Pitt’s approval. Jolie contends that an earlier offer to sell to Pitt for $54 million collapsed due to his conditions.
