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11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
Pitt demands private comms from Jolie amid legal battle
Brad Pitt has demanded private communications from Angelina Jolie in their long-running legal battle. The former couple - who split in 2016 - have been locked in dispute over the ownership of their $US500 million ($A762 million) winery, Château Miraval, after she sold her stake to Tenute del Mondo, Stoli Group's wine division, in 2021 and the latest move in the row has seen the F1 star file new legal documents in his attempts to depose Alexey Oliynik. As an employee of Stoli Group, Pitt claimed Alexey had firsthand knowledge of Jolie's sale but has refused to turn over relevant documents or sit for a deposition, having argued he cannot be forced to do so as a resident of Switzerland. In documents filed in California on June 30 and obtained by People magazine, Pitt's team wrote: "These requests go directly to key allegations about Pitt's objections to the sale and easily meet the standard for discoverability given Pitt's allegations that Jolie acted with malice in selling to Stoli, a counterparty she knew Pitt opposed." Pitt filed his lawsuit in February 2022, in which he alleged his 50-year-old ex-wife had sold her stake in contravention of an agreement that neither would do so unless the other approved. Jolie hit back with a countersuit in September that year, and accused the 61-year-old star of "waging a vindictive war against" since they split. The Maria star's team stated in court documents that the Fight Club actor refused to buy his ex-wife out of the winery because she didn't want to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) "designed to force her silence about his abuse and cover-up," referring to a 2016 incident in which Pitt was accused of being drunk and aggressive during a private jet flight from France to California. And last May, a judge ruled Jolie must produce eight years worth of NDAs to illustrate that she too had used the kind of documents she had objected to signing. In one filing, Pitt - who has Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, Zahara, 20, Shiloh, 19, and 16-year-old twins Vivienne and Knox with Jolie - alleged former security guard Tony Webb was told the Maleficent star had instructed the kids not to speak to their father during custody visits and then attempted to use NDAs to threaten her protection team to stay silent. Brad Pitt has demanded private communications from Angelina Jolie in their long-running legal battle. The former couple - who split in 2016 - have been locked in dispute over the ownership of their $US500 million ($A762 million) winery, Château Miraval, after she sold her stake to Tenute del Mondo, Stoli Group's wine division, in 2021 and the latest move in the row has seen the F1 star file new legal documents in his attempts to depose Alexey Oliynik. As an employee of Stoli Group, Pitt claimed Alexey had firsthand knowledge of Jolie's sale but has refused to turn over relevant documents or sit for a deposition, having argued he cannot be forced to do so as a resident of Switzerland. In documents filed in California on June 30 and obtained by People magazine, Pitt's team wrote: "These requests go directly to key allegations about Pitt's objections to the sale and easily meet the standard for discoverability given Pitt's allegations that Jolie acted with malice in selling to Stoli, a counterparty she knew Pitt opposed." Pitt filed his lawsuit in February 2022, in which he alleged his 50-year-old ex-wife had sold her stake in contravention of an agreement that neither would do so unless the other approved. Jolie hit back with a countersuit in September that year, and accused the 61-year-old star of "waging a vindictive war against" since they split. The Maria star's team stated in court documents that the Fight Club actor refused to buy his ex-wife out of the winery because she didn't want to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) "designed to force her silence about his abuse and cover-up," referring to a 2016 incident in which Pitt was accused of being drunk and aggressive during a private jet flight from France to California. And last May, a judge ruled Jolie must produce eight years worth of NDAs to illustrate that she too had used the kind of documents she had objected to signing. In one filing, Pitt - who has Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, Zahara, 20, Shiloh, 19, and 16-year-old twins Vivienne and Knox with Jolie - alleged former security guard Tony Webb was told the Maleficent star had instructed the kids not to speak to their father during custody visits and then attempted to use NDAs to threaten her protection team to stay silent. Brad Pitt has demanded private communications from Angelina Jolie in their long-running legal battle. The former couple - who split in 2016 - have been locked in dispute over the ownership of their $US500 million ($A762 million) winery, Château Miraval, after she sold her stake to Tenute del Mondo, Stoli Group's wine division, in 2021 and the latest move in the row has seen the F1 star file new legal documents in his attempts to depose Alexey Oliynik. As an employee of Stoli Group, Pitt claimed Alexey had firsthand knowledge of Jolie's sale but has refused to turn over relevant documents or sit for a deposition, having argued he cannot be forced to do so as a resident of Switzerland. In documents filed in California on June 30 and obtained by People magazine, Pitt's team wrote: "These requests go directly to key allegations about Pitt's objections to the sale and easily meet the standard for discoverability given Pitt's allegations that Jolie acted with malice in selling to Stoli, a counterparty she knew Pitt opposed." Pitt filed his lawsuit in February 2022, in which he alleged his 50-year-old ex-wife had sold her stake in contravention of an agreement that neither would do so unless the other approved. Jolie hit back with a countersuit in September that year, and accused the 61-year-old star of "waging a vindictive war against" since they split. The Maria star's team stated in court documents that the Fight Club actor refused to buy his ex-wife out of the winery because she didn't want to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) "designed to force her silence about his abuse and cover-up," referring to a 2016 incident in which Pitt was accused of being drunk and aggressive during a private jet flight from France to California. And last May, a judge ruled Jolie must produce eight years worth of NDAs to illustrate that she too had used the kind of documents she had objected to signing. In one filing, Pitt - who has Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, Zahara, 20, Shiloh, 19, and 16-year-old twins Vivienne and Knox with Jolie - alleged former security guard Tony Webb was told the Maleficent star had instructed the kids not to speak to their father during custody visits and then attempted to use NDAs to threaten her protection team to stay silent.
Global News
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Global News
Brad Pitt requests Angelina Jolie's private messages amid bitter legal battle
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's legal battle involving the sale of her half of a French winery they owned together continues. Pitt, 61, sued Jolie, 50, over the sale of her stake in their winery, Chateau Miraval, in 2022, to the Tenute del Mondo, the wine division of Stoli Group. The F1 star had previously wanted to buy Jolie's half of the winery and said she abandoned their negotiations when she sold her part of the winery. On June 30, Pitt filed court documents seeking to depose Alexey Oliynik, who works for the Stoli Group. In the filing, obtained by People, Pitt stated that Oliynik has firsthand knowledge of Jolie's 2021 sale of the winery to Tenute del Mondo. In February 2022, Pitt filed a lawsuit alleging that Jolie made the sale without his consent and ruined a private space that had been a second home. Pitt called the move by his ex-wife 'vindictive' and 'unlawful.' Story continues below advertisement Jolie responded to Pitt's lawsuit with a countersuit in September 2022, claiming that discussions over the sale of her share of the winery deteriorated when Pitt insisted she sign 'a nondisclosure agreement that would have contractually prohibited her from speaking outside of court about Pitt's physical and emotional abuse of her and their children.' View image in full screen An aerial view taken on May 31, 2008, in Le Val, southeastern France, shows the Chateau Miraval. MICHEL GANGNE/AFP via Getty Images In Pitt's new filing, Oliynik has refused to turn over relevant documents — including any messages with Jolie and her team pertaining to the sale of the winery — or appear for a deposition. He said he could not be forced to do so as a resident of Switzerland. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'These requests go directly to key allegations about Pitt's objections to the sale,' Pitt's legal team wrote in the actor's filing. They also claim that the request to depose Oliynik 'easily meet the standard for discoverability given Pitt's allegations that Jolie acted with malice in selling to Stoli, a counterparty she knew Pitt opposed.' Story continues below advertisement If the judge rules in favour of Pitt's motion, filed in the Superior Court of California, Jolie's private messages could be revealed as crucial evidence in the court battle. Jolie filed for divorce in 2016, following a private jet flight from Europe, during which she alleged Pitt physically abused her and their children. The former couple finally reached a divorce settlement in December 2024, ending one of the longest divorces in Hollywood history. The divorce agreement did not affect the winery lawsuit, where the legal battle between the two stars continues. 'More than eight years ago, Angelina filed for divorce from Mr. Pitt,' Jolie's lawyer, James Simon, said in a statement. 'She and the children left all of the properties they had shared with Mr. Pitt, and since that time she has focused on finding peace and healing for their family. This is just one part of a long ongoing process that started eight years ago. Frankly, Angelina is exhausted, but she is relieved this one part is over.' Story continues below advertisement The FBI and child services officials investigated Pitt's actions on the flight. Two months later the FBI released a statement saying it would not investigate further, and no charges were filed. Jolie and Pitt were among Hollywood's most prominent pairings for 12 years, two of those years as a married couple. The Oscar winners have six children together: Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, Zahara, 20, Shiloh, 19, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 16. —With files from The Associated Press
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First Post
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Brad Pitt wants to see his ex-wife Angelina Jolie's private messages. Here's why
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt has filed a motion to obtain his ex-wife Angelina Jolie's private messages ahead of the trial over their French winery. The former couple who went through a bitter divorce are now engaged in yet another legal spat. Here's what happened read more Hollywood star Brad Pitt wants access to his ex-wife Angelina Jolie's private messages. The actors, who split in 2016, are engaged in a legal battle over their French winery. Ahead of the trial, the F1 star has reportedly filed a motion in a court in the United States to obtain Jolie's texts. But why does Brad Pitt want his ex-wife's private messages? What is the case? We will explain. The legal battle between Brad Pitt-Angelina Jolie Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are involved in an ugly court battle over their French winery Château Miraval. The duo had bought Château Miraval together in 2008. Two years after marriage, Jolie filed for divorce from Pitt in September 2016. The Fight Club actor held his share of the winery in a company called Mondo Bongo. The Maleficent star kept her shares in a company named Nouvel. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As per Us Weekly, Jolie said in 2021 that she wanted to sell her shares in the French winery, leading to Pitt and his team offering $55.4 million for her stake. In February 2022, the Once Upon a Time in Hollywood star sued Jolie for selling her shares in the winery to Stoli Group. He claimed she went ahead with the sale without his approval, which was required. Pitt called the move a 'vindictive' attempt to get back at him during their bitter divorce. As per the Bullet Train actor, he and his ex-wife began negotiations so he could purchase her out. But the talks fell apart after they began fighting over the custody of their six children — Maddox Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Vivienne and Knox. 'In the summer of summer of 2021, amid a heated child custody dispute with Pitt, Jolie terminated those discussions and secretly purported to sell a 50 per cent stake in the family home and family business to Tenute del Mondo,' Pitt's legal team alleged. 'Tenute del Mondo is part of the Russia-affiliated spirits conglomerate Stoli Group, which is owned and controlled by billionaire Yuri Shefler. Shefler, who has been designated as an 'oligarch in the Russian Federation' by the US Treasury Department, had previously sought to buy Miraval, and Pitt had turned him down.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Jolie filed a countersuit in September 2022, claiming Pitt had been 'waging a vindictive war against' her since she filed for divorce. The 50-year-old claimed that she pulled out of the deal due to Pitt trying to insert a non-disparagement clause to cover up his 'years of abuse.' The 61-year-old Hollywood actor denied her allegations. Why Brad Pitt wants Angelina Jolie's texts Brad Pitt filed a motion to obtain access to Angelina Jolie's private messages, which he believes could be crucial evidence in the legal battle over the French winery. The legal documents obtained by Page Six reveal Pitt's struggle to depose a man called Alexei Oliynik of Stoli Group. The actor claimed that in June, he 'attempted to meet and confer' with Oliynik regarding the legal matter but has failed to make any progress. In his document filed in the Superior Court of California, Pitt alleged that Oliynik, a Switzerland native, has 'refused' to comply with the legal process, citing Switzerland's 'authority that foreign nationals cannot be made to travel to California for deposition.' Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are engaged in a bitter legal battle over their French winery. File Photo/Reuters As per Us Weekly, Pitt claimed the man was aware of the negotiations with Jolie and her team. He asserted that the documents requested go 'directly to his core claims' in the case. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD A source close to the case tells Us, 'this is another example of the defendant's repeated opposition to sharing documents that would provide insight.' 'These requests go directly to key allegations about Pitt's objections to the sale,' the actor's legal team wrote in his filing, and 'easily meet the standard for discoverability given Pitt's allegations that Jolie acted with malice in selling to Stoli, a counterparty she knew Pitt opposed.' Speaking to Page Six, a source familiar with Pitt's legal situation said the filing is 'not just about Alexei [Oliynik], it's about Stoli [Group] as a whole.' The insider claimed that Pitt's hand 'has been forced.' 'Stoli has consistently chosen to avoid or challenge evidentiary court rulings,' a second source added. 'They've been failing to comply with the typical legal process.' The judge is yet to rule to Pitt's request. A trial date is also not set for the former couple's dispute over the winery. With inputs from agencies STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Perth Now
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Brad Pitt makes message request in latest round of Angelina Jolie legal battle
Brad Pitt has demanded private communications from Angelina Jolie in their long-running legal battle. The former couple - who split in 2016 - have been locked in dispute over the ownership of their $500 million winery, Château Miraval, after she sold her stake to Tenute del Mondo, Stoli Group's wine division, in 2021 and the latest move in the row has seen the F1 star file new legal documents in his attempts to depose Alexey Oliynik. As an employee of Stoli Group, Brad claimed Alexey had firsthand knowledge of Angelina's sale but has refused to turn over relevant documents or sit for a deposition, having argued he cannot be forced to do so as a resident of Switzerland. In documents filed in California on 30 June and obtained by People magazine, Brad's team wrote: 'These requests go directly to key allegations about Pitt's objections to the sale and easily meet the standard for discoverability given Pitt's allegations that Jolie acted with malice in selling to Stoli, a counterparty she knew Pitt opposed.' Brad filed his lawsuit in February 2022, in which he alleged his 50-year-old ex-wife had sold her stake in contravention of an agreement that neither would do so unless the other approved. Angelina hit back with a countersuit in September that year, and accused the 61-year-old star of "waging a vindictive war against" since they split. The Maria star's team stated in court documents that the Fight Club actor refused to buy his ex-wife out of the winery because she didn't want to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) "designed to force her silence about his abuse and cover-up," referring to a 2016 incident in which Brad was accused of being drunk and aggressive during a private jet flight from France to California. And last May, a judge ruled Angelina must produce eight years worth of NDAs to illustrate that she too had used the kind of documents she had objected to signing. In one filing, Brad - who has Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, Zahara, 20, Shiloh, 19, and 16-year-old twins Vivienne and Knox with Angelina - alleged former security guard Tony Webb was told the Maleficent star had instructed the kids not to speak to their father during custody visits and then attempted to use NDAs to threaten her protection team to stay silent. According to the documents, after Brad and Angelina divorced, the security boss was called by the actress' personal assistant, Michael Vierra, who said he had heard two contractors were preparing to give evidence in a family court case, which he warned would violate their NDAs. But one contractor, Ross Foster - who had worked security on Brad and Angelina's 2015 film By The Sea - pledged to testify if he was subpoenaed by the court, regardless of the NDA. Tony continued: 'When Mr Foster told me this, he also told me that if asked, he would testify about statements he overheard that Ms Jolie made to the children, encouraging them to avoid spending time with Mr Pitt during custody visits." Tony claimed his company was fired by Angelina after two employees testified, and he now works for Brad. John Berlinski, Brad, has accused the 'Eternals' actress of using NDAs in an 'improper manner' to 'silence her security detail and prevent them testifying truthfully in court about what actually happened behind closed doors'. He added the claims 'bear a striking resemblance to Jolie's false allegations that Pitt improperly used a non-disclosure agreement to 'silence her'.'
