Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt were once Hollywood’s golden couple. Their love story began in the 90s, and their wedding in 2000 was a high-profile event, symbolizing their perfect fairytale union. However, in 2005, this dream came to an abrupt end when the duo announced their separation.
Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt in Friends || NBC
The news shocked fans and the media, leaving many to speculate about the reasons behind the divorce. For years, Aniston remained tight-lipped about the details, but over time, she has opened up about the complexities of their relationship, which was just not meant to be.
Jennifer Aniston Disclosed the Real Cause of Her Breakup With Brad Pitt
Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt were once the embodiment of Hollywood’s ideal couple. Their love story began in 1994 when they first met, but it wasn’t until 1998 that they began dating. By 1999, the power couple had made their romance public, tying the knot a year later in a star-studded wedding.
Jennifer Aniston in Friends || NBC
But the first instance of trouble in paradise happened in 2003 when the actress openly questioned whether Pitt was the love of her life or not (via W Magazine). This admission revealed a more complex and introspective side to their relationship that the public rarely saw. Interestingly, just two years after this interview, the duo announced their separation in 2005.
But shortly after Pitt started dating Angelina Jolie, igniting rumors that his supposed infidelity was the reason behind the divorce. Although the duo remained tight-lipped throughout the entire scenario. In the same year of their divorce (via Vanity Fair), Aniston talked candidly about her ex-husband and their separation. She added that despite their split, they remained “committed and caring friends” with deep respect for each other.
But she also admitted that there were certain things she wished she had done differently. Aniston mentioned that they could have benefited from more quality time together, outside the pressures of their respective careers. However, she noted “There was always something preventing it,” whether it was their demanding work schedules or other external factors.
Chef Jamie Oliver Spills: Jennifer Aniston Gifted Him to Brad Pitt for His 40th Birthday
In the Fizy & Wippa podcast with Kate Ritchie (via People), renowned chef Jamie Oliver shared a fascinating piece of Hollywood history. This involved Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt. During the discussion, Oliver revealed that he was, quite unexpectedly, the birthday present Aniston gave Pitt for his 40th birthday while they were still married.
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The chef added that Aniston’s team got in touch with him. Further, once the connection was made, Aniston asked him, “Would you cook for Brad? He watches you on Tivo.” Oliver, who was touched by the gesture, said yes without any hesitation. So, at the birthday celebration, he not only cooked for Pitt but also had the pleasure of preparing dishes for several other high-profile guests, including Courteney Cox.
Adding on the entire experience, Oliver called Pitt and Aniston “beautiful people.” He further mentioned that although he hasn’t seen Brad Pitt recently, he did catch up with Jennifer Aniston and described her as “everything you would want her to be and more.”
