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Brad Pitt is an award-winning film actor and producer born in 1963 in Shawnee, Oklahoma. He attended the University of Missouri, but moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting just two weeks shy of earning his degree. His breakout role as a young thief who seduces Geena Davis’ character in Thelma & Louise made him an overnight celebrity. He has starred in such films as Interview with the Vampire, Seven, Inglourious Basterds, and Moneyball, among many others. He co-founded the Jolie-Pitt Foundation, a charitable organization that aids various global humanitarian causes.

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19 Sep, 2016

Jolie, Pitt divorce

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After two years of marriage and more than a decade together, Jolie files for divorce from Pitt, citing irreconcilable differences. Jolie is seeking physical custody of their six children, suggesting Pitt get visitation rights. Jolie is not seeking spousal support. Jolie’s manager:

Angelina will always do what’s in the best interest of taking care of her family. She appreciates everyone’s understanding of their need for privacy at this time.

Jolie’s attorney:

The decision was made] for the health of the family. [Jolie] will not be commenting, and asks that the family be given its privacy at this time.

9 Jun, 2015

Netflix purchases rights, Pitt to star

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Netflix purchases the rights to produce a feature film based on Hastings book The Operators: The Wild and Terrifying Inside Story of America’s War In Afghanistan. Pitt will star as the military general in the satirical comedy. The film will be released in 2016.

23 Aug, 2014

Jolie, Pitt marry

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Jolie and Pitt get married after nine years and six kids together. The wedding is held at Château Miraval in the village of Correns, where the couple first settled as a family.

We’re just waiting for it to be the right time with the kids, with work, when it feels right. We talk about it occasionally, and the kids talk about it with us.

18 Jul, 2014

Cast in ‘By the Sea’

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Jolie and Pitt are set to share the screen once again in By the Sea. The upcoming dramatic film is written and directed by Jolie, who is also co-producing with Pitt. It will be the couple’s first time together in film since 2005, when they co-starred in Mr. & Mrs. Smith

It’s not a big movie, it’s not an action movie. It’s the kind of movie we love but aren’t often cast in. It’s a very experimental, independent-type film where we get to be actors together and be really raw, open, try things. I am very happy to continue my relationship with [Universal Pictures Chairman Donna Langley] and the entire Universal team as I finish Unbroken and begin work on By the Sea. They have created a very special place for storytellers, and I look forward to the continued passion and support they have provided to me as a filmmaker.

13 Apr, 2012

Pitt, Jolie engaged

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Pitt and Jolie are officially engaged after a nearly seven year relationship, and establishing a family of six children. Jolie’s ring is personally designed by Pitt, and took over a year to perfect. Jewelry designer Robert Procop states:

Brad was always heavily involved, overseeing every aspect of the creative design evolution. The side diamonds are specially cut to encircle her finger.

11 Jun, 2008

Pregnant with twins

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The actress announces she is pregnant with twins. The new additions will bring the number of children she has with Pitt to six.

We weren’t expecting twins. So it did shock us, and we jumped to six [children] quickly. But we like a challenge… It’s great for the sex life. It just makes you a lot more creative. So you have fun, and as a woman you’re just so round and full.

29 Jul, 2000

Pitt, Aniston marry

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aniston-hair-13jun13-02Pitt and Aniston wed after almost two years of dating. The private ceremony takes place at the Malibu mansion of TV producer Marcy Carsey, and is attended by 200 guests. The couple met in 1998 through a blind date set up by their respective agents. The bride wears a gown by Lawrence Steele, while the groom dons a tuxedo by Hedi Slimane.

18 Dec, 1963

Brad Pitt born in Shawnee, Oklahoma

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Baby BradWilliam Bradley Pitt is born in Shawnee, Oklahoma to a devout Baptist household. His father William Alvin Pitt manages a trucking company, and his mother Jane Etta (née Hillhouse) works as a school counselor. The eldest of three children, he has a brother named Doug and a sister named Julie. Soon after his birth, his family moves to different towns in Missouri and settles in Springfield, where he attends Kickapoo High School.

My father came from a very poor background, but I was very fortunate in the sense that we were never in need. He wanted to give us more opportunity than he had, a better shot at a better life. He did that for us. I had a very supportive family environment that gave me room to explore and discover things about myself.