Angelina Jolie says she doesn’t have to hand over all her past NDAs to ex Brad Pitt in their epic war over a $500 million winery.
Jolie’s lawyers say in newly filed court documents obtained by Page Six that Pitt’s recent motion for a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) between Jolie and a third party is “costly” and “wasteful.” ”, claiming that it is “unreasonable” and even “abuse.”
Jolie, 48, said in court documents that Pitt, 60, tried to silence her from speaking out about the alleged abuse of Jolie and her family, including on planes, leading to the breakup of her relationship with Miraval. They allege that their contracts required them to sign extensive NDAs. She moved to California from France in 2016.
Jolie has previously claimed: “Pitt’s history of physical abuse of Jolie began long before the family flew from France to Los Angeles in September 2016, but this flight marked the first time he physically abused his children. Then Jolie left him.”
The “Maleficent” star also claims in new court papers that handing over other NDAs signed by Jolie would likely be an invasion of privacy for other parties, including movie studios, brands and employees. , is paid to a third party who “discloses Jolie’s compensation or a contract that includes compensation to Jolie.” ”
Jolie, for her part, claims that in order for Pitt to sell his shares to Jolie, an unreasonably “onerous” and “broad” NDA that “covers Pitt’s personal misconduct, whether or not related to Miraval” He claims that he wanted to sign the .
She claimed the ex-lovers’ deal fell through due to unfair NDAs and that Jolie sold her shares to a subsidiary of the Stoli Group. Pitt opposes the deal with Storey, alleging that it unfairly sold its shares under Storey.
Earlier this month, Pitt’s team filed a document in Los Angeles Superior Court demanding that Jolie disclose other NDAs she signed with third parties, including her own personal staff. ‘Fight Club’ actor says these other non-disclosure agreements reveal whether Jolie was truly aware of Pitt’s non-disclosure request that he was ‘the contract holder whom she then claimed to be’ He said it would be.
But in new court documents, Jolie’s lawyer responds: “Pitt alleges that over the past 20 years, Jolie has entered into, or was at least considering, other NDAs with other people and entities for other matters completely unrelated to Pitt’s abuse. It seems like that’s what you mean.” He said the proposed NDA covering spousal and child abuse could not be the cause of the deal falling apart, as Jolie has considered and entered into other NDAs during his long career. He says he wants to make a claim. ”
Jolie’s lawyer further stated: “In order to make this plan a reality, Pitt is currently asking Jolie to review every contract it has ever considered or entered into over the past 20 years to ensure that they contain some type of NDA (both non-disparagement and non-disclosure).” I’m asking you to check if you are there.”
Jolie claims that submitting such an exhaustive document would reveal other people’s personal information and violate her rights.
“Pitt’s requests, by their very nature, seek to invade Jolie’s privacy,” Jolie’s new filing states. “The request seeks a contract between Jolie (or her entity) and another person or entity. Most, if not all,
Some of these contracts will be employment-related contracts that include compensation for Jolie or compensation paid to third parties. ”
The document also claims that “these third parties have their own privacy rights, and Pitt has not given them any notice to protect their rights.”
The paper said Pitt’s latest nondisclosure request was “simply unrelated to this case.”
Jolie’s attorney also said, “Forcing Jolie to spend time and money collecting and producing all this documentation is expensive, wasteful, unreasonable, and the latest manifestation of Pitt’s ” also stated.
Abusive behavior towards Jolie. Courts should not allow that. ”
We reported that a public hearing will be held on May 16th. A full trial is not expected this year.
Ex-lovers of Hollywood Since Jolie filed for divorce in 2016, they have been fighting over a vineyard she purchased in 2008. Legal battles over this field are being waged in courts in California and Luxembourg.
Jolie’s team further stated in their argument: “Pitt’s allegations exemplify the harm and humiliation that victims of domestic violence face in court. Jolie dared to raise the issue as a defense in this case, and Pitt tried to cover up his own abuse.” They are trying to unearth a nearly 20-year contractual relationship to supposedly “impeach” Jolie’s response to Pitt’s response. ”
The paper also states: “Pitt would like to argue that because Jolie signed non-disclosure agreements with others, there was no harm in Pitt requesting a non-disclosure agreement to cover the abuse. But there is a fundamental and clear difference. Others The non-disclosure agreement did not attempt to silence Pitt’s abuse of his family. The court should not justify this dangerous argument. Pitt’s motion should be denied.”
Jolie said in legal filings that she and her family have not returned to the chateau since 2016, just days before filing for divorce. She married in 2014 and the couple have children Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh and twins Vivienne and Knox.
Angelina Jolie’s lawyer, Paul Murphy, said: “It’s shameful that Pitt would equate the typical non-disclosure agreements that cover confidential information that employees learn in the workplace with an attempt to cover up his history of abuse.” It’s the right thing to do,” he said. This case is not about NDAs in general, but about power and privilege. All Angelina wanted was separation and good health. He always seems to insist on continuing the fight. After all these years, she deserves peace. ”
According to documents previously obtained by Page Six in 2023, Pitt was previously granted joint custody of their six children before his “vindictive” ex-wife took over his shares in Chateau Miraval despite him. However, the decision was later reversed.
A representative for Pitt had no comment.
A source familiar with the “Moneyball” star said of Jolie’s latest allegations, “This is a basic business dispute over Miraval, she had nothing to do with the incident, and it is a personal matter that is detrimental to her family.” “We’re bringing it up over and over again,” he said.
The source added: “All Brad has asked for is a fully qualified standard non-discrimination agreement to protect Miraval’s values, which is why he is willing to make tens of millions of dollars to keep his family.” We were prepared to spend dollars,” he added.
