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Brad Pitt reflects on going to AA after Angelina Jolie divorce: 'I needed rebooting'

  • Brad Pitt reflected on turning to Alcoholics Anonymous after his 2016 divorce from Angelina Jolie to seek recovery in Los Angeles.
  • Following years of addiction battles and a child abuse investigation in 2016, Pitt embraced AA as a safe, judgment-free environment to rebuild.
  • He described AA as freeing, praised the openness of fellow members like Dax Shepard, and credited the program for helping him confront personal struggles.
  • Pitt explained that it allowed him to take a leap of faith and explore new possibilities, and over time, he developed a strong appreciation for that experience.
  • His AA experience contributed to his ongoing healing and growth, and he publicly acknowledged key support figures, signaling a new chapter in his life.
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After the separation of Angelina Jolie in 2016, Brad Pitt was on the ground. In a podcast, the Hollywood star talks about his experiences with addiction and self-help. He »learned to love« the therapy sessions.

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NBC LA broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Monday, June 23, 2025.
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