DeepSummary
The hosts, Laura Brodnik and Em Vernon, discuss the latest developments in the ongoing divorce and custody battle between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Shiloh, one of their children, has hired a lawyer to legally change her name and drop "Pitt" from it, following the footsteps of her siblings who have also distanced themselves from their father. The hosts delve into the allegations made by Pitt's children, including Pax's scathing Instagram post accusing his father of being an "awful human being" and describing the fear they feel in his presence.
Despite these serious allegations from his own children, Brad Pitt has managed to maintain a golden boy image in Hollywood. The hosts analyze how the entertainment industry and media have covered up or downplayed the accusations, instead focusing on lighthearted moments like his reunions with Jennifer Aniston on red carpets. They suggest that Pitt's stardom and the financial interests tied to his success have contributed to the industry's reluctance to hold him accountable.
The episode also touches on the upcoming second part of Bridgerton season 3, with the hosts discussing the new trailer and their excitement for the continuation of the story.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Shiloh Jolie-Pitt and her siblings have publicly accused their father, Brad Pitt, of abuse and have distanced themselves from him.
- Despite these allegations, Brad Pitt has maintained a positive public image as a Hollywood golden boy.
- The entertainment industry and media have downplayed or ignored the accusations against Pitt, instead focusing on lighthearted moments and his relationships.
- Pitt's stardom and the financial interests tied to his success have contributed to the industry's reluctance to hold him accountable.
- The hosts suggest that as Pitt's children become adults, they may speak out more openly about their experiences.
- The episode also briefly discusses the upcoming second part of Bridgerton season 3 and the hosts' excitement for its release.
- The hosts acknowledge their own role as consumers in perpetuating the entertainment industry's protection of certain celebrities, even after learning about allegations against them.
- The episode raises questions about the responsibility of the media and the public in holding individuals accountable, regardless of their fame or success.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “It's meant to be a fun, sexy thing.“ by Laura Brodnik
- “You have no consideration or empathy towards your youngest children who tremble in fear in your presence.“ by Pax Jolie-Pitt
- “Hollywood just keeps covering it up, which is why he's maintained this stance as the ultimate golden boy.“ by Laura Brodnik
- “But none of that has touched him because the things that have made the news is him having those, like, reunited moments with Jennifer Aniston.“ by Laura Brodnik
- “Even now with Shiloh Jolie changing her name, that has kind of bubbled up, but it'll go away really quickly.“ by Laura Brodnik
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The Spill
Mamamia Podcasts
6/4/24
ICYMI: Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie’s eldest child, Shiloh, has started proceedings to legally drop Pitt from her surname.
Shiloh isn’t the first of the celebrity couple’s kids to publicly stand against their father, just the first to make it legal.
But there’s a reason Brad Pitt has been able to maintain his golden boy reputation and we think we know why.
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CREDITS
Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Em Vernem
Producer: Taylah Strano
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
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