In a stunning turn of events that defies the bitter narrative of their past, Hollywood icons Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston have reportedly transformed their once-acrimonious relationship into a supportive friendship. More than twenty years after their marriage spectacularly imploded amidst allegations of Pitt's high-profile affair with Angelina Jolie, the former couple now stands on remarkably civil terms, with insiders revealing they would even consider professional collaborations.
The Explosive Split That Captivated a Nation
When Brad Pitt, now 62, and Jennifer Aniston, 56, separated in 2005, their divorce became a global media spectacle. The couple, widely celebrated as Hollywood's golden pair following their lavish Malibu wedding in 2000, saw their seemingly perfect union unravel after Pitt began working with Angelina Jolie on the set of Mr and Mrs Smith in May 2004. Tabloid rumors of an affair between Pitt and Jolie, then positioned as Hollywood's 'bad girl,' reached fever pitch, with paparazzi employing helicopters and monitoring walkie-talkies in desperate attempts to capture incriminating evidence, aware that a single photograph could command up to $300,000.
Despite releasing a joint statement insisting their separation was "not the result of any of the speculation reported by the tabloid media," and Jolie's vehement denials, the damage was done. The emergence of Pitt and Jolie's 'Domestic Bliss' photoshoot in Palm Springs only added fuel to the fire, prompting Aniston's famous remark that her ex-husband had a "sensitivity chip missing." The subsequent rise of 'Brangelina' as a cultural phenomenon left Aniston, then America's Sweetheart, reportedly devastated, and any hope of future civility between the exes seemed utterly impossible.
A Dramatic Reconciliation Two Decades in the Making
According to revelations in the Daily Mail's YouTube series Uncoupled, hosted by Margaret Abrams and Luke Carron, time has worked a remarkable healing effect. The third episode of the series, which examines celebrity breakups, delves into the truth behind the dramatic split and explores where the former spouses stand today. Insiders now claim that Pitt and Aniston have not only mended fences but have developed what is described as a "great friendship," reportedly strengthened by Pitt's own protracted and messy divorce proceedings from Jolie, now 50.
This reconciliation was publicly hinted at during their emotional reunion at the 2020 Screen Actors Guild Awards, a moment that signaled a significant thaw in their long-standing cold war. The insider source suggests this friendship has deepened to such an extent that the exes would be open to sharing screen time again, provided the roles were appropriate. "They would even work together," the source revealed. "Probably not in a relationship onscreen, but they would share screen time if the parts were right."
New Partners and a Potential for Double Dates
Perhaps the most surprising indication of their renewed amity is the suggestion that Pitt and Aniston would consider double-dating with their current romantic partners. Jennifer Aniston is now in a relationship with Jim Curtis, a 50-year-old hypnotherapist and wellness coach reportedly introduced to her by friends. Curtis recently blushed when questioned about the Friends star on the Today Show, and Aniston's inner circle are said to believe he could be "the one," despite the relationship being just a year old.
Meanwhile, Brad Pitt has been dating Ines de Ramon, the ex-wife of The Vampire Diaries star Paul Wesley, since late 2022. The pair were first photographed together at a Bono concert and have since been a steady presence at events, including the London premiere of Pitt's film F1. De Ramon has reportedly been a pillar of support for Pitt as he navigates the ongoing complexities of his divorce from Jolie, which remains unresolved a decade after she filed, primarily due to disputes over their shared French winery.
The insider claims it is "likely, if it hasn't already happened behind closed doors, that they will get together for future dinners" with these new partners. This represents a monumental shift from the days of bitter tabloid wars and public recriminations, painting a picture of two individuals who have genuinely moved on, found love again, and forged an unexpected but enduring friendship from the ashes of their very public divorce.
