“My Body Reacts Very Strongly to Stress”: Angelina Jolie Reveals Health Struggles Amid Brad Pitt Divorce
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The ongoing divorce of Hollywood icons Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt continues to be a focal point in the entertainment industry. Recent claims by Jolie have brought to light the severe impact their turbulent relationship has had on her health. The Maleficent star has openly shared how her marriage to the Troy actor and ex-husband severely affected her well-being.
Jolie and Pitt’s relationship began on the set of the 2003 film Mr. & Mrs. Smith, where their on-screen chemistry quickly evolved into a real-life romance. Over the course of 12 years, the couple built a family with six children and frequently appeared together in public. However, their seemingly perfect union came to an abrupt end in September 2016 when Jolie filed for divorce.
Amid the legal battles and emotional upheaval, Jolie has revealed significant health issues that she attributes to the stress of her marriage and subsequent divorce. One particularly alarming condition she has faced is Bell’s palsy, a condition that affects facial muscles and can cause temporary paralysis.
In an interview with Vanity Fair, Jolie opened up about her health struggles, stating, “My body reacts very strongly to stress. Sometimes women who have families put themselves last, until it manifests itself in their own health. My blood sugar goes up and down. I suddenly had Bell’s palsy six months before my divorce.” This candid revelation underscores the profound personal challenges she has endured throughout this highly publicized divorce.
As the legal proceedings continue, more details have emerged regarding the tumultuous nature of their relationship. Court documents reveal serious allegations against Pitt, including accusations of physical abuse towards Jolie and their children. Pitt is accused of choking one of their children, striking another in the face, grabbing Jolie by the head and shaking her, and pouring beer and red wine on both Jolie and the children during a confrontation. These disturbing incidents ultimately led Jolie to file for divorce “for the health of the family.”
Pitt’s representatives have responded to these allegations, asserting that while he did put his hands on one of the children during a confrontation, it did not escalate to the level of physical abuse as claimed by Jolie. This ongoing legal dispute has also involved a contentious battle over the couple’s shared winery. Jolie’s lawyers allege that negotiations to sell her share of the winery to Pitt broke down over his demand for a nondisclosure agreement, which would have prevented Jolie from publicly discussing the alleged abuse.
Despite Pitt’s strong denial of the accusations, the court documents paint a troubling picture of the incidents that contributed to the couple’s breakup. Reports from Page Six indicate that Pitt is seeking an additional 10 percent share of the couple’s agreement to retain possession of the property. A temporary decision by a Luxembourg court has placed the disputed 10% in escrow until a final ruling is made. Currently, Pitt holds a 60/40 split over the property.
The revelations of Jolie’s health struggles and the ongoing legal disputes highlight the deep complexities and emotional toll of their high-profile divorce. As both parties continue to navigate this challenging period, the public remains captivated by the unfolding drama of one of Hollywood’s most famous couples.
