Brad Pitt Reveals Suicidal Thoughts

Brad Pitt has revealed that he experienced suicidal thoughts amid 'family stuff' and has started drinking again after seven years of sobriety. The 62-year-old actor said he drinks in moderation now, having a few glasses of wine but not too many.

Pitt was sober for seven years before getting back to drinking. He spent a year and a half in an all-male recovery group in Alcoholics Anonymous and had publicly thanked Bradley Cooper for helping him get sober in 2020.

Pitt has six children with ex-wife Angelina Jolie, and their divorce was finalized in December 2024. Recently, his children have taken steps to remove his last name, with Vivienne filing to drop his last name less than a month ago.

Pitt's struggles with 'family stuff' have been a challenging period for him, and he acknowledged that the pain became so 'oppressive' that he understood how someone could view death as relief. However, he stressed that he never planned to act on those thoughts and that his survival instincts quickly kicked in.

## Why it matters Pitt's revelation highlights the importance of mental health support and the need to address 'family stuff' that can lead to suicidal thoughts. His experience shows that even someone who seems to have it all can struggle with difficult emotions and that seeking help is crucial.

Pitt's new film, 'The Adventures of Cliff Booth', is scheduled to be released on November 25 as an Imax exclusive for two weeks before debuting on Netflix on December 23. Despite his professional success, Pitt's personal life has been challenging, and his openness about his struggles may help others who are facing similar difficulties.

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